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Mary Hale Obituary
Mary Gail Hale, 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 in Birmingham, AL.
She is survived by her son Thomas Hale (and daughter-in-law Karen Hale) of Sugar Land, TX; daughter Jennifer Hale Teed (and son-in-law Randall Teed) of Birmingham, AL; three grandchildren Grant Hale, Morgan Hale, and Carter Hale of Sugar Land, TX. She is preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Dr. John F. Hale (2012).
Mary was born February 13, 1935 in Chicago, IL. In 1970, Mary made her home in Durango, Colorado where she raised her family. Her husband, Dr. John Hale, was a professor in Psychology and Business at Fort Lewis College for many years. Mary Graduated with a BS in Biology from Fort Lewis College in 1982. Mary loved the climate and the outdoor activities associated with living in Southwestern Colorado.
In 2008, after 38 years in Durango, Colorado, the Hale's moved to Alabama to be closer to family.
Mary was known for her generosity, kindness, and willingness to help others. She had a love for all animals and a fun-seeking personality. Mary was much loved and will be greatly missed by family and friends.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2015 from 2-5pm at Ridout's Valley Chapel in Homewood, AL.
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michael okamura
June 17, 2015
Your mom was such a terrific lady. She always made me laugh and feel at ease. I wish you the best Jenny in this difficult time. I hope you will reach out to me if you need anything, or just want to catch up.
June 13, 2015
To the family:
May you find peace from the God of all comfort and that comfort that surpasses all understanding give you strength to cope during this difficult time
June 12, 2015
I am saddened greatly by Gail's death. As we were neighbors for years ... our children were friends ... this truly touches me. My love to Jenny and her brother. Kelly Becker (Okamura)
Sheri Rochford Figgs
June 10, 2015
To the Hale family, I was saddened to learn of Mary Gail's passing. I was quite fond of her. During my tenure at Fort Lewis College, I recruited Mary Gail to help with the Alumni Phonathon. She was gifted in talking with alumni, updating them on the college and gently asking them to support the college. She had a beautiful laugh and she was always so much fun to be around. I have lost touch with her over the years since my retirement from the college, but I often thought of her and how much she loved her children and her zest for life and her curiosity for all things. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Your mom was a special person.
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