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Kay Christensen Hall, 86, of South Jordan, Utah, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on December 18, 1938, in Payson, Utah, to Glen and Ina Christensen, Kay grew up in Springville in a home centered on faith and hard work. She was a devoted sister to her three younger brothers, Robert, Val, and Gary. As a youth, she developed a talent for piano and sewing, winning First Place in the Wool Growers Competition at the Utah State Fair for an outfit she designed and made. She was honored as Miss Springville Stake during her senior year of high school, riding on a float in the Art City Days parade.
After graduating from Springville High School, Kay pursued a career in education, teaching typing at Springville Junior High School before moving to California to teach at Buchser High School. In 1963, she returned to Utah to teach at Orem High School. She married J Wendell Hall in the Salt Lake Temple in July 1964, and they shared over 60 wonderful years together.
Kay spent most of her adult life (46 years) in California, living in San Jose, Danville, and Folsom. After marriage, she continued teaching high school while supporting Wendell through law school before pausing her career to raise their children. A dedicated mother, she cherished her role in raising Doug (Janet), Tecia (Lester), and Scott (Jessica). She was a loving grandmother to twelve grandchildren—Sara (Kevin), Matt (Jessica), Greg (Keena), Audrey, Will (Gwyneth), Mark, Jared, Haley, Emily, Lindsay, Aubrey, and Brittany—and two great-grandchildren, Claira and Olivia.
In 1977, Kay was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, enduring its debilitating effects for the rest of her life. Despite this challenge, she remained devoted to her family and continued to serve in her community. She dedicated her life to her children.
An active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she held numerous callings and especially loved serving in the Stake Primary Presidency while living in Danville, California.
As her children grew, Kay returned to education, working at Heald Business College and tutoring children at a learning center in Hayward, California. She later graded state standardized tests while living in Folsom. A passionate reader, she spent countless hours reading to her children and grandchildren. She was an excellent cook and was known for her delicious dinners and desserts. She cherished many Hall family reunions at Lake Tahoe and Monterey, California.
In 2010, Kay and Wendell moved back to Utah, partly to care for Kay’s mother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Ina Christensen. While her family deeply mourns her passing, they take comfort in knowing she has been reunited with her parents.
Kay’s legacy of love, service, and faith will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 1, at Larkin Mortuary - Riverton located 3688 W 12600 S, Riverton, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to services beginning at 9:00 AM. Interment and graveside services will immediately follow at Springville Evergreen Cemetery.
Funeral services will be streamed via Zoom for those wishing to attend virtually. To watch the previously held services, please click the “Watch Services” link above.
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Kay you will be deeply missed not only by your family but also your friends. I first met you in Danville when our sons became best buddies at school. We too became friends and what a wonderful one you were, in so many ways. We stayed in touch over the years despite living thousands of miles apart. I feel very honoured to have known you. Rest in peace my beautiful friend. Love Lizzie
So very sorry for your loss.
I knew her as an example of being devoted to the Lord and her family. I send my sincere condolences.
Doug H. It is a joy to work with you at the church offices. Your kindness and care for others is appreciated. I am sad to hear of your mothers passing. What a beautiful tribute in behalf of her life. And what a beautiful "mom" to have dedicated her life and time to her children and grandchildren. Family. I pray and hope at this time you find peace. And feel the joy she must be feeling as she continues her progression in a beautiful new place. Awaiting the resurrection. Her job surrounded now by other family members who were excited to reunite and spend time with her now. The blessing of this earth life and the next. Is we are never alone. We always have been given a eternal family on both sides of the veil. Who bare us up and pray for one another. As to why ministering is a eternal word. Thinking of you at this sacred and special time.