Jesse Thomas Hale, Sr. - Fair Funeral Home

Jesse Thomas Hale, Sr. November 3, 1917 - October 22, 2016

Born: Saturday Nov 3, 1917

Died: Saturday Oct 22, 2016

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Jesse Thomas Hale, Sr., 98, passed away on October 22, 2016 at the Brian Center in Eden, NC.

A funeral service will be held at First Church of The Brethren on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 3pm with burial to follow at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens.

Mr. Hale was born November 3, 1917 to the late Joseph H. Hale and Martha Bryant Hale. He was a WWII veteran who served in the U.S. Navy. For over 75 years, Jesse was a very active member of the First Church of the Brethren as a beloved Sunday school teacher while serving on the Board of deacons. He was on the church building committee and was instrumental in the building of the church parsonage. He was the owner and operator of Quality Cleaners that opened In December of 1947.

Surviving are his children, Melinda Joyce and husband Lemmie of Eden, J.T. Hale and fiancé Doris Edwards of Eden, Denise Blakeney and husband Jim of Pearisburg, VA, and Susan Walker and husband Greg of Winston-Salem; son-in-law, Jim Sineath. He also had 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Rickman Hale, his daughter, Karen Hale Sineath, four brothers and three sisters.

The family would like to say a special thanks to Eleanor, Joelene, Nancy, Kyra, and the staff at the Brian Center.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 24, 2016 from 6-8pm at Fair Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Gideons (709 Washington St., Eden NC 27288), or to First Church of the Brethren (730 Church St., Eden, NC 27288).

Online condolences can be made to www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Our deepest sympathy to all the family. Jesse was a great man and always had a smile and hand shake for you. Know all of you will miss him, but he is in such a much better place. Prayers.
Susan & Louis Childrey

Jesse will be missed. Hugs to all the family and extended family.
David & Candy Smith

To The Hale Family: We were so very sorry to hear of Mr. Hale's passing. He was a fine man as well as a fine businessman. We will ne keeping you all in our prayers in the days to come. God bless each of you.
Debbie & Myron Horton and Odessa Thompson

Eden lost a true upstanding, southern gentleman today. As your hearts ache with your loss, you have to know there were hugs and kisses galore as Mrs Hale and Karen welcomed your sweet daddy home! Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hale family. Tim and Beth Shelton
Beth Shelton

J.T., Susan & family so sorry to hear of your loss, Our thoughts and prayers will be with each of you. GOD BLESS> Tim & Judy Carter
Tim Carter

So sorry for your loss, Praying for the family
Jerry & Johnna Epps

I remember Mr. Hale very well. He was a kind and wonderful person. May he Rest in Peace. Jim and I are praying for the family.
Dot and Jim Bush

Jesse was truly a gentle giant in our church as well as the community. He never had anything but good things to say to those around him and always had a smile for each person he came in contact with. I will treasure my memories of my youth and the part he played in my life personally. He always supported me in whatever direction that I wanted to take the music for the church and his words of love and affection will remain in my heart. Praying for the family as I realize that everyone who knew Jesse, knows where he is now. Thank you Lord for a life well lived.
Priscilla

So sorry to hear of Jesse's passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Lisa Shively Harbour

My prayers are with the family. I remember a kind and understanding Sunday School teacher who took an entire teenage Sunday School class to Lakeside Amusement Park and let us each bring a guest. God has welcomed him home. Love to all the family
Vivian Patterson Phillips

So very sad to hear of your loss. I am thankful to have Know Mr Hale. He was a good man.
Randy Earles

Jesse will always be remembered for his kindness and that beautiful smile. Our hearts go out to each of you during this time. His legacy lives on thru each of you.
Larry & Kristie Rorrer

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Mr Hale was a dear friend of ours for many years & he will be dearly miss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. We send our love and prayers to each of you.
Larry & Betty Joyce

J. T. and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers to each of you.
Sarah Talley Pierce

Melinda, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Teresa Roach

Thankful for years as neighbors with Mr. and Mrs. Hale. Oh, what a wonderful legacy they shared with the world through their children. Prayerfully
Duane and Gloria Best

So very sorry for the loss of your father. Cherish your memories of his very long life. Linda and Lynn Hayes
Linda Hayes

Arnold and I are so very sorry to read about Jesse's passing. He is one of the finest people we have ever known. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Martha Farmer Bragg

JT and Doris, I am so sorry to hear about Jesse. I will be praying for your family during this time. Praying, Kent, Cheryl and Amelia Mann
Cheryl Smith Mann

My prayers are with the family. God will strength you all during this time. Hold on to your memories.
Debra Walls Pitt

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Karen Jones

We were saddened to learn of Papa Hale's death and we know that he will be missed by all those people whose lives he touched through the years. We were blessed to have known him. To all the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Bert and Estellé Gullett
Bert Gullett

What a community icon! A man of integrity, love, care for his family and others. May God comfort your family during this loss.
Tommy Griffin

My condolences to the Hale Family. I did not know J. T. but I knew his brother Noal and his family quite well. May God bless all of the Hale family in this time of loss.
James Adkins

I am sorry to hear about the loss of your dear loved one. Please accept my condolences at this painful time. Losing a loved one is distressing and as comfort is needed from family and friends, it is my hope your family will find comforting the promise at Isaiah 25:8 where we are assured that "death will be swallowed up forever." It is my hope your family will find strength to endure during the days ahead.
Jori

To J.T. and Family. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Hale.I am also sorry I was out of town and could not attend the services.My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Jesse was a fine father-in -law for many years and I feel honored to have known him.We all know he is sitting around Gods throne tonight.Love to all the Hale Family
Barbara Blevins

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