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Roger E. Hall, Jr.


Sunrise: March 7, 1959
Sunset: May 27, 2024

Roger E. Hall, Jr., known to many as “Governor” or “Blu,” departed this life on Monday, May 27, 2024. Roger was born March 7, 1959 to Elaine R. Baker and the late Roger E. Hall, Sr. in Norfolk, Virginia.  

Roger was raised in Chesapeake, Virginia. He was a member of the football and track teams at Indian River High School where he also graduated with the class of 1978.  Upon graduation, he enlisted into the United States Army, where he served active duty as well as in the reserves.  The bulk of his Army career included him being a Food Service Specialist.   Along-side being in the Army reserve, he worked at the Norfolk Air Station for several years.  Next, he temporarily relocated to Cherry Point Marine Corp Air Station in Havelock, North Carolina.  Shortly after, he came back to Hampton Roads and began employment with the International Longshoreman Association Local 1248, as a dock worker from 2004-2007.  Ultimately, he worked numerous jobs at the local shipyards, Elizabeth River Terminals, and Janay’s Cleaners (up until his passing).

Roger was most known for the cooking he did from scratch.  He didn’t know how to cook in small portions because of his training in the Army.  You could often times hear him saying, ‘I don’t play with them groceries.”  That was the absolute truth because cooking was his passion.

Roger never met a stranger and never had an enemy.  He also loved being around family and friends.  Some of his past-times included playing spades and dominoes.  He looked forward to the annual Richardson Family Reunion where he could almost always be found on the grill.  It became a neighborhood tradition and folks knew to look for him in the yard of the family house every Memorial Day weekend.  

Everybody that knew Roger, knew he was also an avid Washington Redskins and Los Angeles Lakers fan.  

Roger is predeceased by his maternal grandparents Van and Malinda Richardson; paternal grandparents William and Oney Hall; father Roger E. Hall, Sr.; and brother, Thurston Hall.

Roger is leaving to cherish his memory, his wife, Kimberly Hall, whom he has known since the 2nd grade; daughter, Kassie Hall; son, Roger E. Hall, III; mother, Elaine R. Baker; brothers, Alexander Richardson (Alice), Andrew Hall (Felecia), Derrick Williams; sister, Donna Cuffee; mother-in-love, Mildred Lynch; bonus daughters, Brilliane Marquez (Jason), Kamira Gardner; bonus son, Bryan Burton; bonus brothers, Tracy Ward (Sedetra), Terry Ward (Stacey), Brian Foster, Allen Foster; bonus sisters, Annette Foster, Allison Foster, Alexis Foster, Anita Washington (Anre); 6 bonus grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and friends.

Viewing Monday, June 10, 2024 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 West Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service COME IN PERSON OR WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Tuesday, June 11, 2024 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Berkley Chapel Interment Albert G. Horton Veteran Cemetery 5310 Milners Road Suffolk, VA 23434

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    william r hall says
    May 30, 2024 at 6:20 pm

    very sorry to hear that Roger has pass we were station at Fort Story, we were in the same unit

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    Peggy M. Dixon says
    June 1, 2024 at 3:32 pm

    I am so sorry for you and your family loss. May God continue to give you peace and strength.

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      David & Elaine says
      June 5, 2024 at 8:22 am

      We are very sorry for the loss of a great, husband, Father and family member. The picture reflects the spirit we saw every time he was in our presence. We know you are heart broken by this loss. Our love and hearts are with you. May God you your family peace, and strength to carry on. Most importantly, Keep Roger’s spirit and infectious smile alive.
      Cousin David and Elaine Kindell

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        Marjorie Weatherspoon says
        June 10, 2024 at 4:34 pm

        So sorry for the loss of your love one. My family is sending our condolences.

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    Minister Cheryl Carrington Green says
    June 1, 2024 at 4:33 pm

    So sorry to hear about your loss. May good give you peace and renewed strength during this time.

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    Maggie Sutton says
    June 3, 2024 at 8:13 pm

    Sending my
    condolences to the family.. Heartfelt memory of your Love one, Hall brought a smile to everyone.

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    Annette M Green says
    June 4, 2024 at 8:00 am

    Sorry for your loss praying for the family
    The love in your heart wasn’t put there to stay love isn’t love until you give it away❤️

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    Joanne Temple says
    June 6, 2024 at 1:26 pm

    My condolence to the family from Integrity Staffing Services. Roger was our employee for 10+ years and our Hearts are really sadden by his loss. We Pray that God will provide the strength you need at thi8s time.

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    Reverend Eric and Cherita Williams Puryear says
    June 6, 2024 at 10:26 pm

    The Williams Family extend our sincere condolences and prayers to the Hall & Richardson families. We pray God’s peace will be with you during this difficult time. He is the lifter of your heads. Cherish your fond memories of your loved one.

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    Roderick Smith says
    June 7, 2024 at 9:32 am

    Kim and family I’m praying for your family

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    Donna Hall-Cuffee says
    June 8, 2024 at 10:09 am

    I am going to miss you sooooooo much big brother! Rest easy and give Big Daddy, Big Mama and the rest of our family up there a BIG HUG! I will always LOVE you!

    Your Little Sister Donna

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    Adrienne Haywood says
    June 8, 2024 at 11:12 am

    The Haywood family sends our deepest condolences. We are keeping you all lifted in prayer.

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    Theora Lowe-Staton says
    June 9, 2024 at 12:45 pm

    The Lowe family sends sincere condolences at this difficult time. We are truly sorry for your loss and pray that God’s love will comfort.

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    Susan Richardson Phipps says
    June 9, 2024 at 9:40 pm

    On behalf of the family of the late Frankie Richardson, please accept our sincere condolences! Kim, Kassie, and the entire family hang in there and hold on to those precious memories! Love you all and Be Blessed 💕🙏

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    Charles and Dorothy Askew says
    June 10, 2024 at 1:15 pm

    The Askew family sends sincere condolences and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. May cherished memories bless you and comfort you always.

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    Estherine J. Harding says
    June 10, 2024 at 1:27 pm

    Deepest sympathy & prayers in the passing of your loved one. May God bless and comfort you during this difficult time.

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      Anita Foster Washington says
      June 11, 2024 at 8:20 am

      Kim, Kassie, and Mom Richardson, Alex, and Donna we’re sending you love and prayers during this time. Governor, we love you.

      Your Foster Siblings

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    Anita Foster Washington says
    June 11, 2024 at 8:19 am

    Kim, Kassie, and Mom Richardson, Alex, and Donna we’re sending you love and prayers during this time. Governor, we love you.

    Your Foster Siblings

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    Donna Blackwell says
    June 11, 2024 at 11:00 am

    Roger, rest on my brother! You will certainly be missed especially at the functions at my sister Frecia’s house where she would be trying to tell you how to fix something and you would assure her in your calm demeanor that you “Got this”! Prayers to the family!! Love Donna and Peter Blackwell

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    Minnie Jones says
    June 22, 2024 at 2:27 pm

    To Kim and the family,my condolences 🙏 to you all, Blu. Will be missed, I PRAY for your strength, RIH, Blu and I graduated together class of 78 BE BLESS

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