Jesse Hale

Jesse Hale obituary

Jesse Hale

Jesse Hale Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Whiddon-Shiver Funeral Home on Oct. 8, 2025.

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Jesse Daniel Hale, born March 8, 1987, in Thomasville, Georgia, passed away on Saturday – October 4, 2025. He was the son of the late James Dwight Hale and Claudine Catrett Hale, who survives in Thomasville.

Jesse graduated from Thomas County Central High School in 2005 and attended Valdosta State University as well as Thomas University studying in Microbiology. He was employed with Greater Athens Properties, working as a Realtor. He also had prior work experience as an Electrician and a Facilities Manager. Jesse had a deep love for mountain biking, tennis, music, playing guitar, and growing hydroponic plants. He cherished spending time and going on adventures with his wife and best friend, Libby, and his beloved dogs, Milo and Luna.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Libby" Plaspohl Hale of Thomasville, GA; his mother, Claudine Hale of Thomasville, GA; brothers Jason Dwight Hale of Pensacola, FL, and Cristopher Jarrell Hale (Carrie) of Thomasville, GA; nieces and nephews; Olivia Hale, Elizabeth Hale, Jost Hale, Pace Hale, and Landrey Hale; his "fur babies," Milo and Luna, and many other extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, James Dwight Hale.

A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later time.

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