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Hal McVey Obituary
Passed away peacefully on July 28, 2012 at University of Utah Hospital on a beautiful Saturday morning surrounded by his wife and family.
Hal was born in Helena, MT and raised in Missoula. He graduated from the U. of Montana and enjoyed the friendship of his brothers of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and settled in Billings, MT where he worked for Mobil Oil. In 1960 Hal moved to Denver, CO and built a successful career as an Independent Oil & Gas Landman.
He is survived by his loving wife Carolyn Bloom and children: Kelly (Bill) Gray, Kristi (Bob) Mallow, Hal (Retha) McVey, Jon (Julie) McVey, Holly (Joe) Cornet and eight grandchildren.
Upon retirement Hal and Carolyn lived in Park City, UT and Mesquite, NV. Hal loved skiing and for many years served as a member of the National Ski Patrol in Colorado. Hal also took great pleasure in golf, fly fishing, travel, and spending time with family and friends. Hal loved all things Montana; he was a true Western gentleman. Hal's strong, lifelong faith in the Lord was an inspiration to his children and grandchildren. He was active in the Valley Presbyterian Church in Mesquite.
To honor his charitable spirit, any memorial gifts may be sent to the Denver Foundation - Harold A. McVeyFamily Fund at 55 Madison St. 8th Floor, Denver, CO 80206.
A celebration of his life will be held in October in Mesquite, NV.
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Memories and Condolences
for Hal McVey
Joyce Olsen Lamphier
August 15, 2012
Carolyn, We were so sorry to hear of Hal's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Paul, Joyce and Lucy Lamphier
August 9, 2012
Carolyn and family,
I just learned of Hal's passing. Our sympathies are with you and all of the children. We were so blessed to have cousin Hal in our family, so many wonderful childhood to adult memories of our times together. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Hoblitt Family, Florence, MT
Vi & Merrill Sanchez
August 7, 2012
Carolyn & Holly,
So sorry to read of Hal's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Mary Wells
August 6, 2012
Carolyn, Words seem so hard to find, but I pray that you and Holly will find comfort in the wonderful memories you have of your life with Hal. He was a dear friend and a blessing to our family. With thoughts and prayers and lots of love, Mary
Tlesa Riehl
August 6, 2012
Carolyn and Holly so sorry to hear of Hal's passing. You both are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff and Tlesa
Amy Trevino
August 4, 2012
Carolyn...I know that Hal is at peace and with God now. I feel blessed to have known him and cherish all the memories I have of your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. All my love , Amy
Always remember to stop by anytime!
Ted Allen
August 3, 2012
Hi Carolyn, I am so sorry for your loss, but glad we did get the memories we did. I am sending you an old family album picture and just heading out to work on the old widow's walk this next week. Drop me a line sometime. Love Ted and Mary Alice
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