Hurricane, Utah
– Geraldine Ethyl Hall, 91, passed away July 27, 2018. She was born December 18, 1926 in Ogden, Utah, one of three girls and five boys born to Esther Loy and Daniel Smith. She was known as Jerry to all her friends and family. The family moved to Hurricane, Utah in 1942 while her step-father worked in the magnesium plant in Henderson, Nevada. Her famous quote upon embarking from the bus and looking around was "As soon as I get older, I am leaving this hick town". Jerry was the only one of eight that never left Hurricane.
Jerry married Glenwood Hall shortly after he returned from World War ll. They acquired fields in Hurricane with range land in Arizona and Kolob Mtn for running cattle. She worked hard along side Glen on the ranch and farm.
Jerry is survived by her daughter, Marie Kesler; grandson, Casey Maloney (Stephanie); grandson, Shaun Maloney (Melissa); one great-grandson; and two great-granddaughters. She is also survived by siblings; Daniel Smith, Leonard smith, Pearl Edden and Alan Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen; mother, Esther; and siblings: Phyllis Oliver, Donald Smith and Stanley Smith.
In honor of Jerry's wishes, a graveside service will be held for friends and family Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the Hurricane City Cemetery.