Orville Wayne Hale Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Orville Wayne Hale of Gratis, Ohio, who passed away on July 24, 2025 at the age of 97. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Orville Wayne Hale to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Claude Hale and Stella Hale (Egelston); his wife Barbara Ann Hale; and his son Monte Lee Hale. He is survived by: his children, Martin Hale (Connie), Robert (Sheryl Hale), Nancy (Vince Mumy) and Brenda Hale; and his grandchildren, Aaron, Teri Hale, Micheal Hale (Keisha), David, Amanda Hale, Steven, Kara Hale, Thomas, Caitlyn Hale, Brian Hale, Jason, Carla Hale and Alex Mumy. He is also survived by 12 great grandchildren; numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Barnes Funeral Home (220 E Main St, Eaton, OH 45320). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 29th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Preble County Council on Aging, 800 East St. Clair Street, Eaton, Ohio 45320.
