Hall, John (1924)

HALL

Posted By: Marilyn Holmes (email)
Date: 10/18/2010 at 09:23:21

The Grinnell (IA) Herald; Feb. 12, 1924

JOHN HALL DIES AFTER LONG ILLNESS

Funeral Services Were Held From Masonic Temple This Afternoon.

Good tempered, friendly, kindly Johnny Hall is dead. He passed away early Sunday afternoon at St. Francis hospital after a long illness. The funeral was held at 2:30 o'clcok this afternoon from the Masonic Temple and the body will be taken to Montezuma for burial on Wednesday morning. It was a Masonic funeral and Rev. E.W. Cross was the officiating clergyman. The pall bearers were C.K. Needham, Jack Foster, W.J. Nelson, Grant Ramsey, J.W. Rehder and F.F. Clindinin. The Montezuma Masons will have charge of the services at the grave.

For many years cashier of the First National Bank, of Montezuma, John Hall established a large acquaintance in this vicinity. He was succeeded later by his brother-in-law, E.D. Rayburn.

Since his early boyhood, John Hall has lived almost continuously in Poweshiek county. Born in Shockton county, Ohio, seventy-four years ago, he came with his father to Montezuma at an early age. Here he grew to manhood and for many years was engaged in the banking business. About twenty years ago, he moved to Grinnell where he has since resided, except for short periods spent in other places.

Several weeks ago, when it became evident that he could not get well, John expressed a desire to come home. Accompanied by Mrs. Hall, he arrived here a couple of weeks ago, but as his condition failed steadily he was taken to the hospital where he passed away. During his illness he was given every consideration by his faithful wife.

John Hall was essentially a friendly man. He made friends readily and held them fast. He was a kindly man. Many unobtrusive acts of kindness are remembered at this time. He was loyal and he was generous. Only kind words are spoken and friendly thoughts are entertained of Johnny Hall as he passes out on the great adventure.