Hall, Yosi

With profound sorrow and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Yosi Hall, who passed away peacefully on the evening of December 29, 2025, at the age of 82, surrounded by her family.

Yosi’s life was one of quiet strength, tireless service, and unconditional love. Born in Korea, her journey was shaped early by courage and devotion. In 1961, she met Ronald Hall who was enlisted in the United States Army and stationed in Korea at that time. They fell in love and were married in 1963. Shortly thereafter, Yosi came to the United States, settling in the small town of Western Mills, New York, while Ronald served as a combat veteran in Vietnam.

After his return, they built a life together across several states before eventually putting down permanent roots in Marion, New York, where they spent the majority of their lives. Those early years, marked by humility and hard work, were among the most meaningful of their lives.

In 1975, Yosi made one of the greatest gifts of her life—adopting a son from Seoul, South Korea. Together with her husband, she raised him with unwavering devotion, sacrifice, and love. He would go on to become a successful CEO in the technology industry, owing much of his character, work ethic, and success to his mother’s example.

Yosi was the definition of selflessness. Nothing was ever handed to her easily. Through long hours, endless overtime, and vigilant saving, she not only provided for her immediate family but also brought her only brother and his entire family to the United States, where they built a thriving life. She always placed the needs of others before her own.

A tireless worker, Yosi began her days before most were awake and rarely rested. She spent over a decade working as a soldering and electrical board specialist at Eastman Kodak, retiring after years of dedicated service. Every dollar she earned was carefully saved or lovingly given—helping put her son through university, caring for family, and ensuring everyone around her had what they needed.

In the later years of her life, Yosi devoted herself to caring for her beloved husband Ronald, a disabled combat veteran who now uses a wheelchair. Even then, her strength never wavered.

Yosi and Ron eventually followed their only son south, first to Burlington, North Carolina, where she cherished a quiet retirement and the warmth of Southern life, and later to Holly Springs, North Carolina. There, she passed peacefully, holding her son Stoney’s hand, surrounded by the family she loved most—especially her cherished grandchildren, Alexander and Samantha.

An incredible cook, Yosi shared her love through food—masterfully blending Korean and American recipes, often cooking alongside her dear friend Chong Brown and her surrogate mother Halmoni, both of whom preceded her in death. Her hospitality was legendary; no one ever left her home hungry, and no glass was ever empty for long. Her humor—clever, witty, and quietly hilarious—revealed itself fully to those lucky enough to know her well.

Though frugal by necessity, Yosi was endlessly generous by nature. She never sought recognition, never bragged, and never valued material things for show—only for their quality, durability, and purpose. She was known to reuse a single paper towel for weeks yet would never hesitate to spend her hard-earned money on others, especially her family.

Yosi loved camping, sitting around a campfire, and simply being present with those she cared for. Her English may have been imperfect, but her wisdom was not. She listened carefully, reflected deeply, and spoke thoughtfully. She was never wealthy in money—but she was extraordinarily rich in love.

Above all else, Yosi was an incredible wife, a devoted mother, and a proud Nana. Her life was defined by service, loyalty, kindness, and love.

She is survived by her loving husband Ronald Hall, her son Stoney Hall, his wife Susan, and their children Alexander and Samantha, who adored her beyond measure.

We will miss her cooking, her overwhelming hospitality, her clever humor, and the way she always made sure everyone had just a little more—for good measure. Though our hearts are broken, we find comfort knowing she is finally at peace and reunited with our Father in Heaven.

We will miss you, Nana.
Rest in peace, forever and ever. Amen.

Calling Hours Wednesday January 7, 2026 4-6PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport. Funeral Service Thursday January 8, 2026 1PM at White Haven Creations Chapel 210 Marsh Road, Pittsford.