Alton Ray Hall

Alton Ray Hall, 77, of Shiner passed away Feb. 24, 2015 at his home. He was born Sept. 24, 1937 in Klean Coal, WV to Homer Jay and Anna Leona (Smith) Hall.

Mr. Hall served in the U. S. Navy as radioman aboard ship. He was a stone mason entering the craft as a young man and worked on many projects in Texas and other states. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 11 years. He and his wife, Sharon, owned and operated Hall Propane Co. in Calhoun County. He was a supporter of the Calhoun County. Fair and Shiner FFA Stock Show. Mr. Hall is a member of Haltom City Riverside Masonic Lodge in Haltom City, Texas, Strawn Masonic Lodge in Strawn, Texas, VFW and DAV. He was an avid hunter and fisherman in salt and fresh water winning many trophies. He was a friend and mentor to many.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon of 34 years; daughter, Deborah; sons, Alton, George and Phillip; sisters, Shirley, Sandra, Ruby and Stella; eight grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Anna Hall; daughter, Teresa; brothers, Homer (Ken) and Rabin (Sonny).

A special thank you to Hospice of South Texas and neighbors and friends who offered their support to our family.

Cremation rites are under the direction of Buffington Funeral Home, 520 N. Ave. C, Shiner, TX, 361-594-3352.

A private Memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family request memorials and donations to Hospice of South Texas.