Ernestine Hall, Youngstown, Ohio

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15-04-2025

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Mrs. Ernestine Hall, 90, formerly of Youngstown, Ohio transitioned peacefully to her heavenly mansion on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 surrounded by her loving family at the Avalon Health and Rehabilitation Center in Newnan, Georgia We celebrate the beautiful life of Ernestine Hall with hearts full of love and gratitude, her spirit touched everyone she met.
Mrs. Hall was born August 21, 1934 in Asheville, North Carolina to Ernest and Mable Toland. She spent most of her life in Youngstown, Ohio and later moved to Atlanta where she enjoyed her golden years.
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She was a devoted mother to her children (Marlene, Denise (John) ,Thomas, Jr., Pamela (Tony), Stan, Tonie, step-daughters, Sepheia and Indeia), special daughters (Vickie, Gail, and Pam); a proud grandmother of the following,(Cory, Ashley, Joshua, Keshia, Lamont, Marquita, Monica, Monique, Sterling, Asia, Aamira, Tahirah, Nnenia, Saleemah, Nura, and Nafia); a cherished great-grandmother, auntie, and friend to many, including a special friend in Mr.Jesse Rodgers. She had a special gift for making each person feel like the center of her world. Whether you were across the kitchen table or across the country, she remembered the little things, a favorite dish, a childhood story, a personal victory, she made sure you felt deeply seen and loved.
Ernestine moved to the Youngstown area in 1950 and became a charter member of the New Vision Baptist Church.
She was employed for 25 years as an operating room technician and surgical technician, retiring in 1991. She also worked as a school bus aide at Leonard Kirk, always sharing her natural warmth and care with everything she did.
It was in her roles as matriarch, friend, and guiding light that she truly shined. While at New Vision, she served on the Deaconess Board, member and past president of the Senior Usher Board, assistant treasurer of the church, as well as member and treasurer of the Women's Mission. She also worked with the Mahoning County Transportation Department for seven years, retiring in 1998. Ernestine enjoyed crocheting, working on the 'Big Book' word search puzzles, and was a lover of gospel music. Her kitchen was filled with love, flavor, and impromptu cooking lessons Her garden bloomed with care; and her faith never wavered. She often said, 'Don't worry about it, pray about it and let God do His work.'
She was the life of every party. If Ms. Ernestine wasn't feeding you, she was surely dancing, smiling, and lifting others up. Her remedies could fix any ailment, and her presence was a balm to the soul. When you were with her, you felt like 'Grandma's baby,' no matter your age. To know her was to know unconditional love, deep faith, and a joy that radiated from her very being. If her life had a soundtrack, it would be 'Grandma's Hands' – tender, strong, and full of grace. Ernestine will be remembered as a woman who loved God and her family above all else. Her legacy lives on in every recipe passed down, every prayer spoken, and every dance shared in her memory.
Ernestine Hall was preceded in death by her parents and loving husband of 56 years (Thomas Cellar 'TC' Hall). Their laughter, dancing, and travels were the heartbeat of their enduring love story. She was also preceded by her two sisters (Johnnie Mae Jackson and Mozella Toland-Vinson) and grandsons (Terrance and Shon Rankin).
Arrangements are being handled by L.E. Black, Phillips & Holden Funeral Home.
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