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Cecil Hall Obituary
Mr. Hall was born on Oct. 13, 1931, at home on the family farm, in Julian RD, Pa. He was the sixth of the seven surviving children of J. Benner and Alma M. Hall.
Mr. Hall is survived by his wife of 54 years, Yoshiko Nagaoka Hall, originally from Fukuoka, Japan; and their five children: James E. Hall, Huntingtown, Md.; Bonnie Hall Benfer, West Reading; Peggy Hall Pfohl, Duluth, Ga.; Robert G. Hall, Keller, Texas; and David S. Hall, Newark, N.J.
In addition, Mr. Hall is survived by his five grandchildren: Amanda S. Benfer, Brian A. Pfohl, Lauren A. Pfohl, Kelley P. Hall and Peyton W. Hall.
Mr. Hall is also survived by his sisters: Vivian Hall, Margaret Wade and Helen Fisher; and his brother, Merrill Hall.
Mr. Hall was predeceased by his siblings, Blanche Grove and Ellis Hall.
Mr. Hall was a graduate of Bellefonte High School and the Williamsport Trade School, now known as Penn College of Technology.
He served six years in the United States Army as a military policeman during the Korean conflict.
He worked for Cerro Copper & Brass for more than 40 years and retired in 2001.
He was a devoted and loving father and instilled his love of athletics and his strong work ethic in his five children, which continue today.
He placed a strong emphasis on education and ensured that all of his children graduated from college. He was a devoted Runville, Pa., Little League coach for nearly 15 years.
Mr. Hall's birth on the family farm fostered a lifelong love of farming, animals, gardening and nature. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter; he loved to hunt deer, turkey and later raccoons, accompanied by his beloved bluetick coonhounds, Butch and Buddy.
Mr. Hall was well known for his daily walks by his neighbors in and around his Unionville and Bernville homes. He was an active volunteer and tutor in the Penn-Bernville Elementary School for the eight years that he lived in Bernville.
Mr. Hall was a direct descendant of Revolutionary War veteran John W. Hall, who is buried in the Unionville Cemetery.
A memorial service will be Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. in Wetzler's Funeral Home, Milesburg. A burial service will be held in Oakridge Cemetery for family members.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to 7094 Bernville Road, Bernville, PA 19506.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Cecil Hall
Nancy Fowler
September 17, 2009
Nancy Fowler
Maria Pennington
June 15, 2009
We are very sorry for your great loss. We will be praying and thinking of you and your family. God bless!!
June 14, 2009
Mrs. Hall & Mrs. Benfer,
Mr. Hall had such a joy for life, he made others smile. He was a very honest man; he found my camera along Rt. 183 and actually develped the film to search for the owner, what a guy! I will miss seeing him at school and walking on Rt. 183. I believe his lawn is the BEST in Bernville. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God's Peace to your family.
Eric, Marilyn, Alexandra & Zachary Barrall, Bernville, Pennsylvania
Tracy,Art,Caitlin,Alexander
June 12, 2009
Mrs. Benfer and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great loss.
CAMILLE,KATIE,KEITH BECKER
June 10, 2009
MRS BENFER AND FAMILY,
WE'RE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOU'RE DAD. WE WOULD ALWAYS SEE HIM ENJOYING HIS WALK THROUGH BERNVILLE EVEN IN THE RAIN!KATIE ENJOYED SEEING HIM WHEN HE WOULD CROSS THE KIDS HOME FROM SCHOOL SOME DAYS AND SHE SAID HE WAS A VERY NICE MAN! AND OF COURSE HIS AMAZING YARD! HE WAS ALWAYS OUT DOING SOMETHING IN IT WHEN I WOULD PASS BY, WHAT AN INSPIRATION TO US ALL! WE'LL MISS HIM TOO!
Jean & Jack Baxter
June 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God bless you and keep you. May His joy grow within as you recount the wonderful memories of an abundant life.
LaFollette family
June 9, 2009
Mrs. Benfer and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are you during this time of great loss.
Thomas Garner
June 9, 2009
My prayers go to you Peggy and your family, Thomas A garner
Thomas Garner
June 9, 2009
I am sorry to hear about your father. My prayers are to you Peggy and your family.
Mike Kresovich
June 8, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear about Cecil. He was one of the most enjoyable people to talk to and always offered some friendly advice. May God Bless you all in your time of need.
Ray Babino
June 8, 2009
We face the passing of a loved one with a mixture of emotions: mournfulness and celebration. While we mourn our personal loss, we celebrate a life that brought joy, love and lessons to many. Remember the lessons; remember the love and the joy returns. May your sense of loss be buoyed by the celebration. May God continue to bless you.
Jim
June 8, 2009
Dear David and Bonnie, I know both of you vividly recall my drive out to Bernville, during which I had the distinct pleasure of meeting both your dad and mom.
Mr. and Mrs. Hall graciously welcomed me into their home and profusely thanked me for giving David (my best friend) a ride home, thus allowing him to spend some much deserved quality time with them. However, prior to our going inside, your dad, with surgeon like precision, scanned my car and posed questions, had I thought to ask the car dealer, would have most likely resulted in my opting not to go through with the purchase.
That one chance meeting left me with a wonderful and memorable impression of your dad.
Accordingly, Mrs. Hall, David, Bonnie, Amanda and the entire Hall family, please accept my sincere and deepest heartfelt sympathy and condolences for the loss of your loved one. Respectfully – Jim (Newark, NJ).
Eva Testa
June 8, 2009
David, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May the special memories you hold in your heart be a comfort to you.
Our deepest sympathy,
Michelle & Eva
Subodh Singh
June 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May our heavenly father provide you and the family comfort during this difficult time. Remember the good times that you all had together which will ease the pain of your recent loss. God Bless you all.....Subodh Singh
June 8, 2009
TO THE HALL FAMILY,
YOUR IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
THE FAMILY OF WAYNE A. WITHERITE
Randy Fisher Jr.
June 8, 2009
It's always sad to hear of the loss of a relative. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carol (McClincy) Leitzell
June 8, 2009
Dear Bonnie and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I am grateful for the fond memories of visits to your home, seeing your dad at school events, so very proud of his family.
May God be with you during this difficult time and the days ahead.
With my deepest sympathy,
Derrick & Syderia Shelton
June 8, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Sheila Evans
June 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Frank Coluccio
June 8, 2009
David, John and I were saddened to hear of the loss of your father. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank Coluccio & John Winter
Shelly Weaver
June 8, 2009
Bonnie and Amanda:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Although it's been many years since I've seen you I think of you often. I know how much you loved and cared for your family.
Shelly Weaver
Penns Valley School District
Steve and Doris Lee
June 8, 2009
Steve and I were deeply sadden to hear of your unexpected loss. We will cherish the fond memories we have of Cecil. You were all blessed to have such a devoted father and husband. May God be with during this time of sorrow
Nancy & Bill Stere
June 8, 2009
our deeepest sympathy and prayers to the family
Cecil Houser
June 7, 2009
I remember many a deer season visiting with Cecil near Bear Knob on SGL 103 here in Centre County. We would always chat quite awhile when we met. My oldest Son Cecil, Jr. met him along with me on the occassions when he would accompany me up on the mountain. I treasure those times and offer my sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family. May the Lord comfort you at this time of loss.
Lowell & Virginia Lee
June 7, 2009
Virginia& I send our heartfelt sympathy to the family. We remeber the BEA games & broken legs.
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