Kurt was born August 21, 1958, to William M. and Sylvia G. (O’Dell) Hall in Spokane, Washington. Although he knew many homes, his most treasured times growing up were spent in England, where his mother grew up and on the family ranch in Oklahoma. After graduating from High School Kurt enlisted and served in the United States Navy. He served in the Navy from 1976-1981, during the Cold War. Although his time in the Navy was only 4 years, he served in 58 countries and gained some of his favorite memories. Some of his notable achievements include being the first enlisted sailor to become a surface warfare specialist, The Navy Achievement Medal, and achieving the rank of Petty Officer. He always had a Navy story ready for anybody who would listen.
On April 9, 1983, Kurt married the love of his life, Diana (Guynes) Hall. The two celebrated just short of 35 happy years of marriage together. Kurt and Diana’s life was nothing less than adventurous and became complete on May 17, 1995, when their precious son Kyle Anthony Hall was born; Kurt’s Greatest pride and joy.
Kurt owned and operated Water Management Specialist. Kurt was very successful in the business as an irrigation consultant. As such, Kurt worked with companies throughout the United States. Although he worked hard, Kurt made time for his family and many hobbies. These hobbies included leatherwork and woodworking, skills he learned from his father and boating and travel. Kurt seldom met a stranger and could talk to anyone. He was a ready talker and loved to tease folks. Kurt was especially capable at teasing and pestering family. He loved a good joke or a good practical joke. However, Kurt was also a very generous soul and always willing to help a friend in need. He traveled everywhere possible, making memories with his family. He never turned down a good game of spades. Kurt served as a Boy Scout leader for Pack 425 for 10 years. He encouraged and helped multiple boys to broaden and expand their horizons. With Kurt’s encouragement, and many times with Kurt taking the lead, the boys were willing to try many new adventures. Kurt was also the Moody Library’s Santa for many years. He enjoyed talking to the children and joining them in the magic of the season.
Kurt is preceded in death by his parents, William and Sylvia Hall.
Survivors include his loving wife, Diana Hall of Moody; beloved son, Kyle Hall of Moody; “Sweet Thing”, Allison Sultemeier of Troy; Uncle, Bo Hall and wife, Verna, of Blanchard, Oklahoma; cousins, Mack Hall and Preston Hall, both of Blanchard, Oklahoma; the Guynes family; and many other dearly beloved friends and family members.
Join Kurt's family and friends for visitation at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Moody-Leon United Methodist Church, 15760 Moody Leon Road, Moody, Texas. His Celebration of Life will be 2:30 p.m., Saturday, March 10, 2018, Moody-Leon United Methodist Church,15760 Moody Leon Road, Moody, Texas.
The family requests that you do not wear black, to Kurt's Celebration of Life! Please come with a smile on your face and wear vibrant clothing. Blue was his favorite color! Please come with a story, favorite "Kurt" expression, or a fond memory to share in honor of Kurt.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that everyone perform an act of kindness to honor Kurt.
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