Byron Ray Hall

Byron Hall Obituary

Mr. Byron Ray "B.H./Poppy" Hall

Brentwood, TN

Mr. Byron Ray Hall, age 76 of Brentwood, TN, passed away September 7, 2015.

He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A member of Brentwood United Methodist Church. In 1973, he founded Pioneer College Caterers Inc. (Private Christian Colleges), which he still owns and operates today. Although he didn't want the recognition, he was a very humble and giving person who always put others before himself.

Preceded in death by his son, Lloyd Michael Hall; parents, Hershall Sr. and Margaret Daniels Hall; sister, Donna Jean Jacobs.

Survived by his high school sweetheart and soul mate of 50 plus years, Jennie S. Hall; daughter, Dana (Mick) White; brother, Hershall "Bud" Hall, Jr.; grandchildren, Lindsey, Caitlin and Benton Bloodworth, Curtis White.

Services will be conducted 11 a.m. Friday, September 11, 2015 at Brentwood United Methodist Church, Dr. Davis Chappell officiating and Bill Campbell offering the eulogy. Visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the church, and one hour prior to the service.

Entombment will be held in Williamson Memorial Gardens, Remembrance Mausoleum. Pallbearers: Mick and Curtis White, Benton Bloodworth, Heath Hall, Drew Luna and Rod Adkins.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Published by Tennessean on Sep. 9, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Byron Hall

14 Entries

September 15, 2015

I attended Mount Vernon Nazarene from 1971 through spring of 1976. I watched the food service change from the first food service to what Barney created. In the fall of 1971, an innovative English course was taught outside of town. The professors were there three days each week with different students. Barney organized suppers all three days each week all fall and had them sent to us at the English class.

Recently I worked on campus for a few years and saw the latest of what Pioneer is doing. Several years ago, the university had back on campus beginning students, faculty, and staff. I was privileged to have a part in that event. Jenny Hall returned for the weekend. She was glad to be present and we were glad to have her with us. She was part-time switchboard operator for the campus during the first year.

I had an E-mail from Rick Ferguson, neighbor of the Halls when they lived in Mount Vernon. He told me that Barney was his first employer when Barney ran "Barney's the independent place in town. Rick also told me how his parents, Juanita and Roland Ferguson (founding staff of Mount Vernon Nazarene) had faith in Barney's qualities and were loyal to him both at "Barney's" and in his beginning days of Pioneer Foods. Walt Baughman, former Alumni president and former Archivist Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

Joetta McQueen

September 15, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn Barney's passing and celebrate his abundant life. As a student at MVNC, class of '77, we always told him that the college should name the cafeteria "Barney Hall." He was a great guy and I have many fond memories of him in the early years of our school. He will be missed.

Bob and Sharon (Spade) Selman

September 15, 2015

Bob and I are so sorry to hear about Barney. He did an awesome job feeding us, the pioneer class, under some hard conditions. He will not be forgotten.

Bob Mahaffey

September 15, 2015

I am saddened to learn of your loss! I enjoyed being with Barny and playing tennis with him while I was a student at MVNU. May the Lord bless you and comfort you in your sadness and grief.

Paul Clingerman

September 14, 2015

To all the Barney Hall family, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I was right behind the pioneer class at MVNC in the 2nd year and we could always count on Barney to bring a smile to our face and laughter into our lives as he would joke around and kid with us on campus. Barney we will miss your warm, kind spirit. Heaven is rejoicing now.

Bill & Britta Bridges

September 14, 2015

Dear Jenny and Family: We were so sad to hear of the passing of our long-time friend, Barney. What wonderful memories we have of the early days at MVNC. You are certainly in our prayers.

Ron Cook

September 12, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Barney was not only a great boss, he was a great man.
Ron & Debbie Cook

james bradford

September 10, 2015

My condolences to the the Hall family. Byron always had a smile for me every time I encountered him.

Tina Camp

September 10, 2015

So sorry to hear of Uncle Barney's passing. He and my mom (his sister) were so very close. I know they are cutting a rug in Paradise!

June Petrie

September 9, 2015

Jennie and family, we are so saddened by Byron's death. HE was truly a humble man. WE have many happy memories of your family at the Lakewood church.

September 9, 2015

We have lost a great friend! We will never forget you Barney! Rodney and Sue Adkins

Jon Adkins

September 9, 2015

I am so sad about the passing of my friend Barney. He was such a caring and nice man to me over all the years I have known him. I used to enjoy fishing at his ponds when I was practically a boy, he purchased my honey moon for me and my wife's wedding present, he always asked about my family, and over the last ten years his visits to my business were always enjoyable. His friendship to me and my dad is irreplaceable. He will be terribly missed.

Greg Slonecker

September 9, 2015

I am very sad to have just heard of BH's passing. A great man, husband, father and grandfather, he always gave. BH you will be missed!

Gene and Sally Davidson

September 9, 2015

Gene and I just learned of
Byron's passing. We have many fond memories of
you and your family. He was such a kind and thoughtful person. We will be praying for you, Dana and the grandchildren. Gene and Sally Davidson

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