Gaylon Stanley Hall

January 19, 1934 – August 8, 2025

Gaylon Stanley Hall, 91, of Bartlett, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025. Born on January 19, 1934, in Huntingdon, Tennessee, he lived a long and full life marked by devotion to family, hard work, service to his country, and a quiet strength that touched all who knew him.

Gaylon proudly served in the United States Navy for 23 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Commander. A decorated Vietnam veteran, he continued his commitment to excellence after military service, earning his degree from the University of Memphis. He led Moore Tech as President for 24 years, later being honored with the title of President Emeritus.

Throughout his life, Gaylon devoted his leadership skills to numerous organizations. He served more than 50 years on the Board of First South Financial Credit Union—many of them as Chairman—and was recognized as Board Member Emeritus. He received the Dean’s Service Award from the University of Memphis Fogelman College of Business & Economics. A two-time Paul Harris Fellow, he served as past President, as well as District Governor for Shelby County and North Mississippi Memphis Rotary Club. He was also a dedicated Salvation Army Board Member and Commission Chair for the Council on Occupational Education.

As a passionate University of Memphis supporter, Gaylon held season tickets for football, women’s basketball, and men’s basketball. He served as past President of the Rebounders Club, President of the Lady Tigers Fast Break Club, and was awarded the Ralph Hatley Silver M Award.

Gaylon and Janice have been faithful members of Lindenwood Christian Church since 1982. Together, they shared a love for travel, exploring the world over 42 years and setting foot on all seven continents.

Gaylon will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to service, his deep love for family, and the remarkable legacy he leaves behind in both his community and the countless lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Vivian Newbill, and brothers, Norman Hall and James Hall. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Janice Tankersley Hall; his daughters Gaylene Torres (Paul), Susan Blanchard (Tom), Julia Arnold (Roger), and Becky Hall; his grandchildren Michelle Coker, Kurt Zellmer, Jennifer Frees, Lauren Blanchard, and Kristen Smallwood; and his great-grandchildren Jackson Coker, Landon Frees, Joseph Frees, Ava Zellmer, Ella Smallwood, and Lily Smallwood.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations can be made to Lindenwood Christian Church or the University of Memphis Athletic Fund.