Michael W. Hall

Michael W. Hall obituary

Michael W. Hall

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Michael Hall Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Starks Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services - Clark Chapel - Dowagiac on Nov. 26, 2025.

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Michael W. Hall, 77, of Elkhart, IN, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 25, 2025, at Hubbard Hill Retirement Community in Elkhart.

Mike was born on May 18, 1948, in Niles, MI, the son of the late William and Eleanor (Reum) Hall. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army serving almost 3 years during the Vietnam Conflict. On December 14, 1973, Mike was united in marriage to Joyce Phillips in Dowagiac, MI. He was known for his dry sense of humor and will be missed my many. Mike was an avid sports fan and devoted supporter of the Chicago Cubs.

Surviving are his wife of 51 years, Joyce Hall; four children, Nichelle Mitchell, Christopher (Sherri) Weber, Cheryl (Jason) Gibson, and Karen (Sean) Leonard; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Judy (Reg) Bellaire, William Hall, and Ann Hall; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Preceding him in death were his parents, a granddaughter, a great-grandson, and infant brother, Jerry Hall.

A service to celebrate Mike's life will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 12, 2025, at Clark Chapel – Starks Family Funeral Homes, 405 Center St, Dowagiac, MI. Chaplain Tim Henke will officiate. Memorial contributions in Mike's name may be directed to a charity of one's choice. To share a memory or offer condolences, please visit Mike's personalized webpage at www.clarkch.com.

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Upcoming Events

Dec

12

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2:00 p.m.

Clark Chapel - Starks Family Funeral Homes

405 Center St, Dowagiac, MI 49047

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