1947
2017
William Brent Hall, 69, of Ashland, VA, passed away on July 24, 2017. Brent grew up in Winston-Salem, NC, graduating from R.J. Reynolds High School in 1966 and from Carson-Newman College in Jefferson City, TN in 1970. Following graduation he moved to Northern Virginia and began working at the U.S. General Accountability Office in Washington, DC retiring in 2007. He served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from 1970-1972. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Lee "Tink" Hall. Brent is survived by his wife, Nora Ann Hall of Ashland; daughter, Brittany Haun (David) of Lexington Park, MD; granddaughter, Charlotte Haun; mother, Barbara "Bobbie" Hall of Winston-Salem, NC; sisters, Pamela Pogue (Tom) of Winston-Salem, NC, Melissa Aldridge (Gary) of New Bern, NC, Bridget Cella (Stephen) of New Bern, NC, and Barbara Gordon (Greg) of Wellesley, MA; brothers-in-law, Calvin Rains (Melinda) of Winston-Salem, NC, and Joe Rains (Debbie) of Lynchburg, VA; and many nieces and nephews. Brent was a long time member of Manassas Baptist Church where he served on many committees and was an elder and deacon. He more recently attended First Baptist Church Ashland. Even though Brent lost his ability to speak after his first stroke in 2012, he continued to enjoy time with family and friends, travel extensively, play golf and bridge, and participate in his church. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church Ashland, 800 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA 23005, where the family will receive friends an hour and a half prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the RVA Aphasia Group at 7475 Hill Drive, Richmond, VA 23225. Online condolences may be registered at www.nelsenashland.com.
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July 20, 2020
Friend
Mary Ann Margheim
Our prayers for the family as they honor the first anniversary of Brent"s passing!
December 12, 2017
Katie Harris
Nora and family,
I just learned of Brent's passing. We worked together at GAO for over 20 years. I retired a year before him. Brent was great to work with, always got things done to help everyone in FMCI. Always shared news of his family especially his super talented daughter. Keeping you all in prayers. Blessings.
September 8, 2017
David Wright
Just read about Brent's death (I don't do email much). Sorry to hear of his passing. I worked with him in the Program Analysis Division at GAO 1980-1984, before moving on to the Training Branch, then HHS Inspector General's Office, EPA's IG, then retiring in 2010.
August 31, 2017
Jamie
I'm deeply sorry for Your lost. (Psalm 71:21)
August 8, 2017
I was stunned when I read about Brent in the Management News. We worked together for many years. I though of him as a friend rather than coworker. We had some good times together. I retired in 2002, moved to Myrtle Beach, married, moved to Pawleys Island, where we reside now. You all have my sincere condolences. Rodd Hobbs, 843-251-3509.
July 30, 2017
Coworker
Heather Atkins
My condolences for your loss. I truly enjoyed working with Brent for many years. I will miss him, and you are all in my thoughts.
July 29, 2017
Karen Tremba
Dear Nora and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. It was truly a pleasure working with Brent at GAO. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
July 28, 2017
Mary Ann Margheim
Nora and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God grant you peace and comfort during this time of sadness.
Gary, Mary Ann and family.
July 28, 2017
Debra & Dennis Johnson
Dear Nora, Brittany and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss Brent. You are in our prayers.
Love,
Debra & Dennis Johnson
July 27, 2017
Debbie Powers
Nora & Family,
So sorry to hear of Brent's passing. May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time.
July 27, 2017
Helen & Richard Rasmussen
Nora, Helen and I are greatly saddened by your loss. Although we have not been able to participate in the Aphasia Support Group lately we both are reminded daily about the comraderie that we felt when together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Helen and Richard Rasmussen
July 27, 2017
Ralph Murphy
Bobbie,
It is with a heavy heart that I grieve with you in your loss of Brent. Children and grandchildren are a special group.
July 27, 2017
Judy Newhouse
Nora and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in your memories. Thinking of you all
Judy Newhouse
July 26, 2017
We are so saddened to learn the news of Brent's passing, yet confident he is in the presence of the Lord. For Ruth, Brent was amazing to work side-by-side as he volunteered at the Manassas Baptist Church office - full of great ideas and ways to "get it done!". We send our love to Nora and all the family and will be praying for comfort and strength. He will be missed - Ruth and Ron Sanders, Haymarket, Virginia
July 26, 2017
Carol Gossett
Love and hugs to all of my Hallside family! I wish I could be there to hug all of you in person! Brent will surely be missed.
July 26, 2017
Debbie Harris
Thinking and loving you all in my heart and remembering you in my prayers.May you find comfort in your memories of your brother.
Love,
Debbie and Tom Harris
July 25, 2017
Paula Whorton
Brittany-so sorry to hear about the passing of your father, I know all too well the sorrow having lost my dad two years ago. I will be praying for you and your family to have peace, comfort, guidance and wisdom in these coming days
July 25, 2017
Suzi Bennett Duncan
Mrs. Hall and family...I am so sorry to hear of Brent's passing. I have many fond memories of all of us growing up on Brent Street. That was some of the best times in our lives. Many, many thoughts and prayers are coming your way.
July 25, 2017
Mary Ann Schmitt
Nora: Mike and I send our thoughts and prayers to you, Brittany, David, Charlotte, and your loved ones. I remember Brent as such a nice, kind man. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. Please know you will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
July 25, 2017
Kevin P
My condolence to the family. I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. We are never ready to see our love ones go. I hope that the happy memories you shared and the God of all comfort" help you and your family during these hard times.
July 25, 2017
Larry Harrell
Brent and I first met at the farm credit administration audit site in the mid 1980s and worked together off and on until he retired. We also car pooled about 20 years. I enjoyed many activities with Brent such as golf and hunting trips and several family occasions. I believe he is with the Lord playing golf and doing all the other things he enjoyed in life.
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