James R. Hall

James R. Hall

James Ralph Hall, 86, passed away peacefully at home in Traverse City, MI, on May 22, surrounded by his family. Mr. Hall had developed post-surgical complications after a recent back surgery.

Mr. Hall was President of AP Parts Manufacturing Company in Toledo, Ohio, from 1987 until his retirement in 1996. He was responsible for AP's manufacturing, engineering, and original equipment market sales to automotive manufacturers. At AP, Mr. Hall was instrumental in expanding and improving operations, directly overseeing subsidiaries in Mexico, Spain, and Canada, and establishing foreign partnerships in Japan, Sweden, Germany, Korea, and Argentina. He also was among AP's key management team who shepherded the company through four leveraged buyouts during the 1980s. His more than thirty years at AP made him many lifelong friends, both within AP and among the many customers with whom he worked. His continued involvement with the AP "Old Timers Club" brought him much enjoyment.

He had been an avid boater for many years and a longtime member of the Toledo Yacht Club. The thirty years of good times he spent with his family and friends on his Hatteras docked at Toledo Beach Marina were among his most cherished memories.

Mr. Hall was predeceased by his parents; and his sister, Carolyn Hunt. He is survived by his dearly loved wife of 57 years, Judy; his daughter, Emily; his son, Bob (Jennifer); and his grandchildren, Will and Torie.

A memorial page celebrating Jim's life, and where friends may leave memories and notes to the family can be viewed at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com