Johnnie Evelyn Hall, 86, passed away at her home in Springfield, Mo., on February 6, 2024.

She is survived by her loving husband, Hayward Glynn Hall; son, Hayward Glynn Hall and wife, Jennifer and grandsons, Liam, and Aedan; daughter, Sheree Hall and husband, Scott and grandson, Scotty. She also leaves behind nephew, Mike Bates; niece, Londie Bell (Bobby); and their children and grandchildren.

She was born on August 18, 1937, to John and Geneva Carter in Mena, Arkansas and graduated from Mena High School. She played the piano at Mena First Assembly of God for many years and sang live in a Gospel trio on a local radio broadcast. She worked as a secretary at the hospital in Mena for several years before marrying the love of her life, H. Glynn Hall, in 1967.

Glynn and Johnnie spent 56 blessed years together. Much of that time was spent in Springfield, Mo., where Johnnie corralled staff and children as a secretary at Park Crest Day Care. When they moved to Waxahachie, Texas, she served students through the Financial Aid Office at SAGU. In 2013 Glynn and Johnnie settled back in Springfield to be near their children and grandchildren.

Johnnie was known for her beautiful doll collection as well as her love of garage sales, flea markets and a good 75% off sale. Most importantly, she loved Jesus and sought to instill that love in her children and grandchildren.

A visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 pm Monday, February 12, 2024 with a service following at 2:00 pm at Greenlawn Funeral Home East, 3540 E Seminole, Springfield, MO 65809. Private interment will be at Missouri Veterans Cemetery.