Monte Hale

Monte Hale, age 77, of Willard, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at his home. He was born in Prestonsburg, Kentucky on November 21, 1948, to the late William and Ollie (Webb) Hale.
Monte served in the U.S. Army, had an associate degree in Criminal Justice, and worked at a RICI Correctional Institution in Mansfield, Ohio. He married the love of his life, Rebecca R. (Luna) Hale on May 23, 1970, and she proceeds him in death. He was an amazing father, husband, and being a grandfather may have been his favorite achievement, perhaps, next to being a renowned music critic. He would always offer to teach his loved ones how to play the piano or the guitar, or rummy. He wanted to share everything he could with who he loved, he was selfless. Unless, of course, you were sitting across from him with a hand of cards.
He is survived by a daughter, Dawne Hale of Willard; son, Jayson (Christy) Hale of Toledo; grandchildren, Kaleb, Sarah and Isabella Houser; Jared, Bryce and Madisen Hale and Lauren, Jack and Matt Hughes; a great grandchild on the way; siblings, Dolly Bistline, Rietta Stumbo, William Hale and George Hale; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and his wife, he is preceded in death by his grandson, Lukes Houser.
Per Monte's request, there will be no funeral services. A Celebration of Life will be held on February 15, 2026, at the Willard Depot from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Burial will be at a later date at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Online condolences may be made to Monte's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com