James “Jim” Hall
James “Jim” Hall, 76, of Fannett, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, December 28, 2025. He was born on August 3, 1949, in Jasper to Billie Jean McBride and Zack William Hall.
After his childhood in Jasper, Jim met Mary Beth, his wife of over fifty years and moved to Beaumont before settling in Fannett. His thirty-seven-year career was spent working in operations in the utilities department at Mobil Oil Beaumont Refinery until his retirement in 2009. Jim loved traveling and camping in Colorado, the Hall family took a summer vacation to Colorado every year when the kids were growing up. He enjoyed fishing on Toledo Bend and camping at Holly Park, which only got more exciting once the grandkids came along! Poppy was a regular at West End Little League, Kirbyville Little League and Ford Park to cheer on his grandkids baseball games and heckle the umpires. He always had snow cone money and a big hug after every game. He rarely missed one of their games or school programs. His grandkids were his world, and they loved their weekends with Grammy and Poppy. Jim was always ready to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and will be immensely missed by everyone who knew him.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Beth Hall; children, Chris Hall and his wife, Shonda, and Kim Smith and her husband, Shannon; grandchildren, Savanna and Sawyer Hall, Zach Smith and Max Smith; sister, Teressa Kemp.
James is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Linda Westbrook; and brother-in-law, David Broach.
Cremation arrangements for Mr. Hall were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
I’m so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. I worked with Jim in Utilities for many years. He was a great man and a good friend. My prayers go out to the Hall family during this very difficult time and he will surely be missed by all. Rest in peace my friend.
Kim , Jesse and I are so very sorry for your family’s loss. Jess worked with Jim at Mobil and always spoke highly of him… many prayers and thoughts for your family!
He will always be James to me. In 1963 at Beech Grove Baptist Church Bible School he introduced me to my future husband. The 3 of us traveled many miles. Had lots of laughs. A few disasters. He and Roy could make me so mad. Then they would laugh at me. Roy said the best goulash he ever ate was when he and James hiked to the mouth of Indian Creek and cooked. Now they are together sharing Indian Creek memories in heaven
I probably knew James longer than anyone else. In June of 1963 he and his friend attended Bible School at Beech Grove Baptist Church in Jasper TX. 4 years later I married that friend. We were married almost 57 years before he passed away. James and Roy were fishing buddies. They were known to drag race a little. Like on the Sam Rayburn dam when it was still dirt. Or the cold Feb night when James and I counted off Roy and another racer. As they took off Jame and I heard sirens. Me 9 months pregnant and James had to climb a barbed wire fence to escape discovery and stay there until it was safe for Roy to come back and get us. Or the night we were coming back from the races in Lufkin and a pregnant me was craving lemon. James went into a cafe and got me one. Oh and on the night of our wedding when James tried to talk Roy out of it. The good memories. The hours we spent at night riding the roads in old Aldridge. After Roy died James was there anytime I needed support. I can’t believe he is gone. Prayers for his family.
Praying for the family 🙏 and for Teresa we worked together many years May God continue to be with y’all in the days ahead.💕
So sorry to hear about this!! Prayers for Mary Beth, the kids and grandkids!!
A sweetheart.♥️ So many wonderful memories growing up with my sweet neighbors – extended family! As someone else mentioned, Jim’s wonderful smile and laugh – a defining feature!
May God give you the peace and strength that you need at this time. We love you Kim, Mary Beth, Chris and your families.🙏🏻♥️🕊️
I Worked around Jim a Mobil , great sense of humor and a very friendly guy.
Good man, sorry to hear of his passing. We had some good times at Mobil. I know he will be missed by his family and friends
We are so sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mary Beth and Chris and Kim and their families.
My most sincere condolences to the family. My work years with Jim “Teddy Bear” were always enjoyable… His great sense of humor and laugh were infectious. His passing certainly leaves a void that’s irreplaceable, but his legacy is a treasure to everyone who knew him.
I knew and worked with Jim (teddy bear) for 35 years. Jim was fun to be around had great sense of humor. I will miss him . It’s such a great loss. My prayers go out to the Hall family
We are so sorry to learn of your loss of Jim. Peace be with you all in this sorrowful time.
So very sorry for your loss. I worked with Jim at Exxonmobil. He was always a pleasant and dedicated person. He will be missed. Praying for comfort for your family.
Jim and I would play phone tag a lot and when we finally reached one another we would sometimes talk for near an hour. Considered him a very good friend. Will miss him greatly.