Laurence R. Hall, 85, of Huntley, passed away on Tuesday morning, April 5, 2016 at Autumn Leaves in Crystal Lake.
He was born May 13, 1930 in Beloit, Wisconsin the son of Donald and Sylvia (Innis) Hall. He graduated from Niles Township High School in Skokie. He was united in marriage to Ila Anne Carr on January 17, 1952. The couple made their home in Rolling Meadows and later Arlington Heights. Larry was an arborist by trade and worked for Archibald Enoch Price The Care of Trees from 1948 until he purchased the company in 1972. He merged the company with Hendricksen Tree Experts in 1985. In 2003, the couple moved to Huntley and Larry then retired in 2006. He was an outdoor person who enjoyed canoeing, camping, hiking and had a real love of nature.
He is survived by his wife, Anne of Huntley, his sons, Norm (Kathy) Hall of Wauconda and Craig Hall of Huntley, his daughter, Dianne Oborski of Woodstock, six grandchildren, Michelle, Nicholas, Jason, Bradley, Bobby & Kristen, eight great-grandchildren, Bianca, Marc, Ricardo Jr., Peyton, Devynn, Kayla, Jayce & Addison and his sister, Dorothy Westgard of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. with a 6:30 p.m. Funeral Service on Friday, April 8th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, the Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of your choice.
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My condolences to the family & friends. I know Mr. Hall will be missed and from the beautiful memories written about him, I know he was loved. 1 Peter 5:7
Larry's deep knowledge about trees and kind mentorship to anyone-who-wanted-to-learn transformed our industry. His charisma, legendary sense of humor and warm heart made him totally lovable. Larry's devotion to Annie and his family has been inspiring. I am grateful for his friendship over many years.
The industry has lost a true legend. Larry was a mentor and friend to many of the leaders of our industry, and his dedication to advancing our profession helped shape modern arboriculture standards and practices. He will be missed, however never forgotten. I am a better person for having met him, he made a difference in my and many other peoples lives, and for that I will be forever grateful.
Norm, Kathy and the whole Hall family, know you are in our deepest thoughts and prayers. May God be with you at this most difficult time and in the months that follow as you face times of sorrow knowing Larry will not be here to participate in those special occasions. We LOVE you guys and grieve with you. God Bless all of you. Becky and Steve
J.K.S. Ventures Inc & D & P Construction Inc would like send you our condolences to the Hall Family
My sympathy's to Larry's family at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayer's are with you. as has been already stated Larry was a mentor to many young arborists , like me God Bless you Larry !
Larry would journey to Stevens Point to talk to students every year. Often twice a year. He would share stories about that legends he learned from. For us, he was a legend we learned from. Your contributions to arboriculture are still growing in the many people you mentored. Thanks for what you shared with each us.
My condolences to the Hall family. You are in my thoughts. Larry taught me the importance of looking beyond just caring for the trees, but to care for the people as well. I am forever grateful for having the opportunity to learn from Larry. Thank you for the memories and for inspiring all of us that you came in contact with to be better arborists.
My deep condolences to Annie and the Hall family. I am deeply saddened that I will not be able to attend Larry's services. I am sure on this day the stories that will be told and fond memories that will be shared will put smiles on many faces and ease this great loss. Just as a lifetime of being among the trees was a vital part of Larry, spending time with Larry left a deep impression on me as well as many others.
A extremely humble man. Within The tree care industry, especially, all the time outside teaching others. Thank you!