Brian Forrest Hall

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Brian Hall Obituary

Brian Forrest Hall, 50, of Mt Lebanon, PA was called home suddenly to be with the Lord on Aug 26th, 2012. Born in Jeanette, PA on Jan 3rd, 1962 the family relocated to Scottsdale, AZ in 1966 where he graduated from Saguaro High School in 1980. He attended Pepperdine University where he was an all-star baseball pitcher. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in sports medicine in 1983 before being recruited by the Los Angeles Dodgers organization. He played for a year in the AAA league in Albuquerque, NM. To pursue his lifelong love of flying, Brian joined the US Air Force. He served his country for close to 15 years during which time he served in a variety of positions, including commander of an intercontinental nuclear missile flight. He was a faculty member at the US Air Force Academy, where he taught leadership and character development courses and was the assistant baseball coach. During these years he attained a master's of science degree in Human Resources administration and ultimately a doctoral degree in organizational psychology. He left the Air Force at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel to start his own consulting business, Impact Leadership Development Group, which he steadily built to become a global enterprise for over 20 years. He relocated from Colorado Springs, CO to Mt Lebanon, PA in 2008 where his latest endeavor, a frozen yogurt shop, is slated to open on September 8. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Forrest and Olive Hall and Rev. Joseph and Leola Hull and his daughter Amanda Joy. He is survived by his parents Paul and Juanita Hall, wife Ellie Jeffers Hall, 2 daughters Taylor Elizabeth, 22, Kelsey Marie, 20, stepson Zachary Johnson, 22, stepdaughter Sarah Johnson, 18, sister Laurie Knepper, and her husband Kerry. Visitation will be on Friday, August 31st at Miller Funeral Home and Crematory, Somerset from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A service will be held at the Kingwood Church of God on Saturday, Sep 1 at 10 am with visitation for 1 hour prior to the service. Graveside service and interment will be at the Kingwood IOOF cemetery with military honors immediately following the service. Brian and Ellie shared a deep love of arts, film, and community. Brian particularly appreciated the positive, transformative impact that film can have on shaping our lives. In lieu of flowers and to honor Brian's life, donations can be made to The Rocky Mountain Women's Film Festival at www.rmwfilmfest.org. Online condolences may be sent to www.millerfuneralhomeandcrematory.com

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 30, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Hall

9 Entries

Rick Hughes

January 1, 2024

I´m sorry this so late, but I just found out today as I searched for Brian online.
I met him at SOS (squadron officers school). We immediately hit it off and spent a lot of time together. While Brian was a much better Air Force Officer than I (I´d already put in my discharge papers by then), we would still have fun. I think it was my fault that he wasn´t a distinguished graduate from the program. I was a very bad influence.
As I look back on my life of 66 years, I can honestly say Brian was one of the finest human beings I ever met. Rest in peace my friend.

Carrie Ganim

April 26, 2013

Ellie, I am so sorry to hear about Brian. I remember working with you at CCL in Greensboro. You always brought such joy to our group! Please know that we are praying for you and your family. Brian did accomplish so much in his life and experienced so much. Please know that you are also loved by so many here in Greensboro. May God provide you with peace.

Miki Coffman

September 2, 2012

To all those Brian left behind, I still can't believe what happened. We have known Brian since he was a little guy. We all went to the same church in Scottsdale. Who would have believed all that Brian would accomplish! He packed his life full of good goals and went after them. Good job, Brian! You left a wonderful legacy and those you touched are better for the experience. Your wonderful smile showed you were HAPPY in all that you did and were doing. God Bless your family and give them strength to continue on. You will be missed by so many.
Sam & Miki Coffman
Julia & Debet

Michael Majerus

September 1, 2012

dear Ellie ,Paul and Juanita, my heart breaks for you. Brian was a large part of my life growing up and I will miss him deeply. May the comfort of Christ carry you through.

John Dalzell

August 30, 2012

I met Brian in the dentists office the day my daughter got the email saying she had been picked to be part of the Yogli Mogli team. When I told him how excited she was he just beamed, we chatted until he had to go back for his appointment. Just last week I saw him in Rite Aid, he walked right up to me shook my hand said hello ,just like we'd known him for years. I feel a connection to him and am saddend I didn't get the chance to know him better. My deepest sympathy to the family, we will be eternally grateful to Brian for giving Elysse the chance to work for him. We serve an awesome God, let him lead and comfort you through these difficult days. God's Peace

August 30, 2012

My deepest sympathies Ellie and Family for such a tragic accident. I represented Brian with the Yogli Mogli site in Mt Lebanon and witnessed his enthusiasm 1st hand for the business.May you find strength in this time of great sadnesss and loss.

Kathy Lavigne

August 30, 2012

Dear Paul and Juanita and Family, So terribly sorry. I know your hearts are broken. We will miss him. God Bless
Kathy Lavigne and Family

Greg Adams

August 30, 2012

I'm so saddened by this. I've known Brian since childhood growing up in the same church. My thoughts and prayers are with Mr. and Mrs. Hall, Laurie and her husband, Brian's wife and children. A life cut short way too soon. We will miss you Brian. So glad we got to talk again through facebook pages.

debra howard

August 30, 2012

Hi Ellie and children,
At one time I was a nanny for your children. I so enjoyed the job and your wonderful family. I wish I had kept in touch with you. Ellie you are a survivor and a great person. Brian's love for you is very deep. I could feel it in your home. I wish you and the children the best.

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