Gwendolyn Hall
October 07, 2020
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Gwendolyn “Gwen” Hall, 87, passed away at Mill Pond Senior Living on October 7, 2020. She was born in Tabor, Iowa, on August 21, 1933, the daughter of Herschel and Greta Asman.
Gwen was united in marriage to James Hall in 1952, and they recently celebrated their 68th wedding anniversary. Over the years, Gwen and Jim loved country dancing with friends and family at local night spots.
Gwen worked for the Des Moines Public School District until retirement. She was an active member of Epworth United Methodist Church where she volunteered many hours preparing and serving meals to the homeless.
Gwen was an avid sports and Hawkeye enthusiast. She loved the outdoors – camping, fishing, and gardening – and she was a tremendous cook and baker. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family.
Gwen is survived by her husband, James Hall; children, Dennis (Pam) Hall, Teresa Hensley, Mike (Sandy) Hall; 10 grandchildren, David (Amy) Hall, Jennifer (Chris) Irlbeck, Angela (Truman Novak) Hall, Katelynn (Brandon Meyers) Hall, Sarah Marquardt, Emily Hensley, Jessica Hensley, Miles Hall, Rachel (Chad) Baker, and Natalie (Cole Caldwell) Hall; great-grandchildren, Olivia and Claire Hall, Tenley Irlbeck, Demi and Scarlett Novak, Grace Marquardt, Carsen Burris, Phoenix Hensley, Charlie Baker, Ava and Noelle Caldwell; sister, Elaine (Monte) Cooper; sister-in-law, Barb Asman; half-siblings, JoElla (Denny) Travis and Alan Asman; step-sister, Elaine (Bob) Hill; as well as other loving family and many special friends.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Max Asman and a great-niece, Heather Allen.
Memorial services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines visitation held one hour prior to service time.
In loving memory of Gwen, memorial contributions may be directed to Epworth United Methodist Church Free Community Dinner Outreach Program.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Lila Riley
10/13/2020
My thoughts are with all of the Hall and Asman families, and sending my sincere sympathy. Hold Gwen in your hearts.
Mark & Marilyn Boyle
10/13/2020
Sorry to hear of Gwens passing, Sure glad we got to met her 5 years ago. Very outgoing personality and a lovely legecy she has left behind as she has gained her heavenly wings. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Cindy Metz
10/12/2020
So sorry to hear this. Thinking about all of you.
Pam Rayman
10/12/2020
I remember Mrs. Hall so fondly and Mr. Hall as well. They had such a welcoming and friendly home. She was so very nice to be around, a real joy. I have thought about her often through the years. I'm so grateful to have met Mrs Hall and her family. May God Bless You All.
Opal Current
10/11/2020
Gwen's eyes lit up when the word "dance" was mentioned. She was such a fun lady. I enjoyed our chats at Epworth. Please accept my condolences.
Rich and Lea A Maynes,Buddy and Carolyn and our fa
10/10/2020
We want to send our condolences to Aunt Gwen and her family. we love Gwen and the family. Enjoyed staying with my cousins during the summer. I pray God will provide peace and comfort to all of you. Aunt Gwen was such a good cook!
Bill & LaRetta Jahnke
10/09/2020
Dennis & Pam and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with her at Holy Family School and she made the best dinner rolls. And that laugh of her's, was one of a kind.