Joseph Brent Hale, age 42, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2011. He was born in Columbus on April 1, 1968. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, James and Peggy Hale; and siblings, Mark Hale and Kelly Morris. He will be sadly missed by his beloved children, Joel and Makenna Hale; relatives and friends, especially Rick Ries, Ashlee Butler, and her son Caden. A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, March 10, 2011, at the SCHOEDINGER EAST CHAPEL, 5360 E. Livingston Ave., where family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until time of service. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.