John J. Hall

John J. Hall obituary, Highland Mills, NY

John J. Hall

John Hall Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush Funeral Homes Inc - Monroe on Dec. 23, 2025.
John J. Hall August 2, 1945 – December 17, 2025 Monroe, NY
John J. Hall passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, at The Emerald Peek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Peekskill, NY. He was 80 years old. Son of the late Cornelius and Viola (Lahr) Hall, he was born on August 2, 1945, in Brooklyn, NY.
John dedicated himself to serving his country in the U.S. Army from 1966 to 1968, embodying the spirit of courage and commitment. After his honorable discharge, John worked as a Phone Technician at Lucent Technologies in Rockland County. He was an avid hunter and a proud member of St. Anastasia's Church in Harriman, NY.
Left to cherish his memories are his sons, Sean P. Hall and his wife, Eileen, of Fairfield, CT; and Thomas R. Hall of Monroe, NY; and beloved grandchild, Kiernan Hall. In addition to his parents, John was also predeceased by his sister, Patricia Ward.
Services will be private.
Cremation took place at Cedar Hill Crematory in Middle Hope, NY.
Memorial contributions may be made to Toys for Tots Hudson Valley, P.O. Box 1207, White Plains, NY 10602.
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