John William Hall III

John “JW” William Hall III, of Bushwood, MD, passed away on August 23, 2025, at the age of 74. Born July 10, 1951, in Washington D.C., he was the son of the late John William Hall, Jr. and Gertrude “Lorraine” Hall (Lacey). JW served honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1971 to 1975. While stationed in California, he met his wife, Debra Dea Hall (Angus). They were married June 9, 1973, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Anacortas, WA. JW never forgot an anniversary. JW returned home to the “7th D” with his wife and growing family. JW, alongside his wife, crafted multiple projects including a cupboard with punched tin doors. His children cherish the memories built from his labor such as bunk beds, a tree house, go-carts, wooden swords and rifles, playhouse, doll cradle, and doll house. JW worked for B Frank Joy for over 35 years and eventually retired as Safety Manager. While working for B Frank Joy he discovered his love for golf. An avid and competitive golfer, he was a member of the Wicomico Shores Golf Course; winning First Flight in the club championship in 2015. When not on the golf course, he spent many years as a Little League coach for his sons, nieces, and nephews. In addition, he was an Assistant Scout Master for Troop 912 which led to many summers in Goshen, VA. JW is survived by his four children: Jane (Joel) Sorli, Josh Hall, Justin (Cristina) Hall, and Jesse Hall; four grandchildren: Jennifer Alvey, Jessica Alvey, Lilian “Cc” Hall, and Brendan Hall; three great-children: Jordan Morgan, Jrue Morgan, and Jace Morgan; siblings: Charles “Chuck” Hall, Dale (Patty) Hall, Sandra Beall, Beverly Gardiner, and Glady Hall; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Debra Dea Hall (Angus), August 15, 2020, and his brother, R. Kenny “Boots” Hall, April 25, 1993. The family will receive friends and family on Monday, September 8, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, 41590 Fenwick Street, Leonardtown, MD, with prayers recited at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM at St John’s Catholic Church, 43927 St. John’s Road, Hollywood, MD. Interment will be held at Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery, 38888 Dr. Johnson Road, Helen, MD. A reception will follow services at Bowles Farms, 22880 Budds Creek Road, Clements MD. Condolences may be made to the family at www.mgfh.com. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home and Cremation Services, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.