James Franklin Hall was born on February 1, 1933 in Camden, Arkansas, to the late, Frank and Allie Mae Hall of Camden, Arkansas. Peacefully, on Sunday, August 6, 2017, he entered into eternal rest.

James attended Lincoln High School, where he was known by his classmates as "Mule". He was an all-around sportsman. By his family members and friends he was called, "Snookie".

On September 9, 1951, he was joined in holy matrimony to Dorothea Ruth Johnson.

He then joined the United States Army on April 23, 1953 and re-enlisted to serve his country. He was a veteran that served in the Korean War. Later he became a foreman at Ouachita Valley Milk Dairy. James united with Mt. Olive Baptist Church where he served as a faithful member until his health declined.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Allie Mae and Frank Hall, 2 sisters; Ruthie Lee Elliott and Alean Ross, one son; James Melvin Hall Sr.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Dorothea R. Hall, one son; Ronald (Pam) Hall of Florida, four daughters; Cassandra (Steven) Steward, Regina Sams, Mae Alexander and Ruth (James) Flenory all of Arkansas; son; Keith (Lea) Hall of Oklahoma, Sister in law; Shirley (Clev) Hodges of Mississippi; 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and the Mt. Olive Baptist Church family.