Aubrey H. Hall, Jr.

Aubrey H. Hall, Jr. joined our Lord in Heaven on March 30, 2025 and now has peace and relief from the pain and suffering he endured as the result of chronic illnesses. His last few years were a testament to his resolve and perseverance as he maintained a strong will to live up to his passing and took advantage of every opportunity to let his family know how much he loved them. Dad, we miss you and take comfort knowing you are in a better place. Aubrey, also known to many as "Toby," was born on December 24, 1942 to the late Aubrey H. Hall, Sr. and Dorothea H. Hall in Lynchburg, Virginia and grew up in the Rustburg area where he resided most of his life. He spoke often of his experiences growing up, times around the old farmhouse on Route 24, and his fondness for his great grandmother, "Mammy," and great aunt, "Aunteen" who adored him. Aubrey graduated from Rustburg High School in 1961 and earned an associate degree from Ferrum Junior College in 1964. From there he married his first wife, Sandy, and followed in his father's footsteps working in the garment business for several textile companies in Virginia and throughout the Southeast. Aubrey and Sandy settled back in Rustburg in 1970 when he was hired by C.B. Cones Manufacturing Co. in Lynchburg as plant manager. They built a home where Aubrey grew up and had two children, Todd and Allison. Aubrey ultimately purchased the assets of C.B. Cones in 1975 and started his own garment manufacturing company, Virginia Sportswear, Inc., which he successfully operated until 1985 when he was forced to close due to the migration of U.S. garment production to overseas companies. The next eight to nine years were challenging for Aubrey as he moved through several jobs, divorced Sandy, and left the home he built next to his parents. Ever resilient, he embarked on a new career at age 51 as a magistrate in the 24th Judicial District of Virginia based in Campbell County. Aubrey loved reading throughout most of his life, which allowed him to excel as a magistrate since he enjoyed researching, interpreting, and applying the Code of Virginia as it pertained to the Magistrate System and its functions. He was fair, objective, and well respected by area law enforcement over his 25-year career. During this time period Aubrey was able to build another home next to his beloved parents and marry his second wife, Linda, who he loved very much and with whom he shared many good times. Outside of the garment business and his magistrate career, Aubrey was an avid reader, at times reading a book per day, and he enjoyed shooting pool, playing cards, hunting, fishing, and camping. He also enjoyed music, including playing the guitar, singing, and writing songs. Aubrey was very mechanically minded, loved his assortment of tools, and could fix most anything. He was a regular at Cindy's Truck Stop and formed a special friendship with J. S. Meador, who was a source of much information and many deals over the years. For the past 40 years he spent most mornings eating breakfast at Colonial Restaurant and enjoyed his banter with Snooks Parker, Buck Arthur, Dave Pearson, Brad Phillips, Pee Wee Dalton, and other friends. I am glad I was able to take him there on Saturday mornings until recently when he just did not have the strength to go anymore. Some of my fondest memories of Dad were the opening days of trout season during the 1970s and 1980s, which were special times. Over the years our camping evolved from sleeping in his company's fabric van to the campers he meticulously stocked for any potential need. Dove season was also a favorite and I will never forget riding beside Dad in his black, Ford truck loaded with plenty of shotgun shells and a cooler full of soft drinks to make it through the day. Always prepared, Dad made sure we were ready for any situation. Additionally, he was a shrewd businessman with a strong financial acumen and the many lessons Dad shared continue to be of value to me today. Aubrey is survived by his wife, Linda S. Hall; his son, Aubrey H. Hall, III "Todd" and his wife, Shannon; his daughter, Allison Paige Appelman and her husband, Sandy; his brother, Robert Stevens Hall "Steve" and his wife, Cherie; his sister, Rebecca Hall Grandey "Becky" and her husband, John; his grandsons, Aubrey H. Hall, IV, Samuel T. Hall, M. Fitzsoren Appelman, and Enzi S. Appelman; his stepchildren, James and Blair Bennett; and other family members. The family wishes to extend special appreciation to Becky Grandey, who went over and beyond what would be expected of a sister to help care for her brother. We also appreciate the help provided by Stephanie Cannon, Cindy Stone, and Deborah Abbott. Thank you to William Stokes, Linda's brother, for the various items he fixed around the house. Also, Linda, I appreciate you being by Dad's side as he passed comfortably where he wanted to be, at home. A funeral service for Aubrey will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at Spring Hill Community Church in Lynchburg, VA with his brother, Steve Hall, officiating followed by his burial in Fort Hill Memorial Park. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm at the church prior to the service. Those wishing to make memorial contributions should consider Spring Hill Community Church, which Aubrey's parents helped found and where Becky is active today. Finch & Finch, Inc. Funeral & Cremation Service, Altavista, VA is assisting the family with arrangements.

Aubrey H. Hall, Jr.

December 24, 1942 - March 30, 2025