James Myron Hall

James “Myron” Hall, 75, of Hot Springs, passed from this life September 30, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Myron was born July 13, 1949 in Jonesboro to the late Jim & Lucille Dillard Hall whom he cherished as parents. He was raised on his family’s farm in Weiner & was president of the 1967 graduating class of Weiner High School. Following high school, he attended Ozark Christian College where he played basketball. In 1968, Myron joined the Army National Guard. On February 27, 1970, he married his high school sweetheart, Rose Mary Cox. Myron & Rose Mary became the proud parents of their precious children: Jamie, Jennifer, Jessica, and James “Adam.” After working as a radio operator for the Arkansas State Police, Myron attended troop school in 1973 becoming an Arkansas State Trooper. In 1979, Myron changed career pursuits and obtained his real estate license. He sold farmlands while living in Wynne and Harrisburg, and served as a deacon for the Wynne Church of Christ. In 1985, he moved his family to Hot Springs Village to work in the burgeoning real estate market for that newly developed community. While in the Village, Myron went back to his position as a trooper with the Arkansas State Police, while serving as an elder for the Hot Springs Village Church of Christ. This began several decades of life where he worked two jobs while always being mindful to make time for his family. He exhibited a love for them that was selfless and sacrificial. He was truly an example of a committed hard worker. The Arkansas State Police is an organization to which he devoted so much of his life. He took great pride in belonging to this elite police force. He served as a Trooper, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and ultimately retired as a Captain in 2012. Over the years of his time with the ASP, Myron recognized men struggling with addiction were in desperate need for rescue & restoration. This awareness led him to help found the “SOZO Recovery Center,” a faith-based addiction treatment program for men. Education was of utmost importance to him, and he took great pride in his children’s advanced educations. Inspired, he reenrolled in college and finally obtained his Bachelor of Science from John Brown University at the age of 52. He was happiest over the years watching his children and grandchildren compete in their respective sports and activities. However, his greatest joy was the privilege of being present when they each dedicated their lives to the Lord through baptism. Myron would always be ready to answer a call for help. He would do anything he could for those in need and was glad to aid when possible. Whether it was to help a prisoner in need of a pardon, traveling abroad for a mission trip to spread the “good news” of Jesus, organizing fundraising events for political hopefuls, helping people make connections for a much-needed job, or something as simple as keeping the books for a high school basketball game, he was willing to do his part. He always exhibited the heart of a servant. When his time was not occupied working or serving, Myron remained busy pursuing a variety of interests. He was a lifelong devotee of St. Louis Cardinal baseball. To say he was a superfan would be an understatement. He enjoyed spiritual music & especially loved Elvis’s gospel music, The Stamps, The Jordanaires, and the Masters V. Farming ran through his veins. He was truly Arkansas’ son content with viewing crops, driving tractors, and admiring the beauty of the state’s farmlands. He was an amazing cook and made the best fried okra, macaroni & cheese, and fried catfish according to his family. Nothing brought him more happiness than having those he loved gathered around “Ose & Pa’s table.” Myron always felt blessed by his wonderful family and collection of friends he made throughout his life. He was a true man of wisdom, compassion, patriotism, faithfulness, and love who ran this race of life well. Heaven has gained an angel. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Rose Mary Hall of Hot Springs. Children: Jamie Hall Grose (Andrew) of Hot Springs Jennifer Hall Carlin (Steve) of Sherwood Jessica Hall Havard (Jason) of Conway J. Adam Hall (Kimberly) of Hot Springs Grandchildren: Jacob Carlin, Samuel Grose, Adalie Hall, Julia Carlin, James Hall, John Hall Havard, and Aubrey Kate Hall Siblings: Sandy Yeazel of Tulsa, OK and Ritchie Hall of Jonesboro A celebration of life will be held Sunday, October 6 at The National Park Church of Christ, 320 Lakeshore Drive, Hot Springs, Arkansas. Visitation will be at 2:00 with service following at 3:30. The family suggests Memorial contributions be sent to: SOZO Addiction Recovery Center (https://sozorecoverycenter.com

James Myron Hall

July 13, 1949 - September 30, 2024