George Jack Hall, 85, of Lawrenceburg, KY went home to be the Lord September 19 ^th at St. Joseph Hospice Center, Lexington, KY. He was born in Bloomington, IL to Sam and Rayma Hall. The oldest of eight children, June Kirchner (George deceased), Joanne Eschenbrenner (John deceased), Jane Gunther (Duane), Peggy Irvin deceased (Jack deceased), Joyce Sundin deceased (Barry), Jim Hall (Rosemary), Jill Andrews deceased (Jack deceased). He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Betty Joyce Hall. He is survived by his daughter Jackie Hillyer and son-in-law Dr. Michael Hillyer Lawrenceburg, KY a granddaughter Dr. Sarah Hillyer Knoxville, TN, a grandson Joshua Hillyer and great-grandsons Kaleb and Jonah Hillyer Lawrenceburg, KY, all of whom he loved immeasurably. He has 18 nieces and nephews, all very special in his life. He also leaves behind his dear friend whom he loved Beulah Penn, Corbin, KY.

He served 20 years in the Marine Corp. and Air Force, serving from the end of WWII thru the Korean Conflict retiring in 1966. He garnered over 10 medals and citations in his military career. He completed his working career as an engineer at General Motors Alison Aeronautical Division, Indianapolis, Indiana retiring in 1987. He loved to travel, he was a talented wood carver, and enjoyed fishing. A faithful member at Alton Christian Church, he served as deacon. His church family was very important to him. He also was a member of Alton Ruritan and the American Legion.

A special thanks to: Hospice of the Bluegrass, Connie Wooley, Jane and Duane Gunther, Jim Hall, Sarah Hillyer and Rainey Johns for their loving special care in his last days. Also to everyone who provided food during a difficult time.

By his faith in Christ he confidently looked forward to his new life in Heaven and to be with his wife Betty. He will be missed by family and friends, but our grief is lessened by the blessed expectation of seeing him again.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday Sept. 27, 2014 at Alton Christian Church, Lawrenceburg, KY. Visitation 10:00-11:00 A.M. Service 11:00 P.M. Lunch provided afterwards by Alton Christian Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hospice of the Bluegrass 663 Teton Trail Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

.Services by Ritchie & Peach Funeral Home.