James E. Hall, Jr.

MECCA- James E. Hall, Jr., age 62, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning July, 10, 2020.

James was born July 1, 1958 in Lodi, Ohio to the late James E. and Josephine (McDaniel) Hall, Sr.

James was a proud veteran, he honorably served in the US Army. He was a Truck Driver for over 35 years, for many years he was a partner in The Truckers Choice, Inc. trucking company in Cortland.

James enjoyed riding on his Harley Davidson Ultra Classic, it was how he relaxed; the only thing he relished more was his grandchildren, family was paramount to him. He will be deeply missed.

James is survived by his children, Elizabeth Upshir of Cortland, James F. Hall of Lorain, Danial T. Hall of Lorain, Lora Sue Updegrove of Lorain, and Richard M. Hall of Lorain; 17 grandchildren; his companion Jackie Vetter of Cortland; two sisters, Helen Stout and Sue Madera, and his longtime friends and business partners Mark and Jeanette Kirch.

Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Michele I. (McGill) Hall, and his brother, Daniel Hall.

Friends may call Tuesday 2-6PM at the Lane Funeral Homes Shafer-Winans Chapel, 164 N. High St. in Cortland. A mask and social distancing will be requested and expected. A private burial will take place at a later date.