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In Loving Memory
Deborah Kay Hall

Deborah Kay Hall

12/21/1952  —  8/27/2026


Claybar-Cemeteries

A Life Remembered

Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Hall, who departed this life on August 27, 2026, in Orange, Texas. Born on December 2, 1952, in Port Arthur, Texas, Deborah dedicated her life to nurturing young minds as a beloved school teacher and principal, and cherished her family above all.

Deborah's professional life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to children. As a devoted school teacher and principal at Trinity Baptist Christian, she poured many years of loving service into the lives of her students. Her spirit of service extended to the community, where she volunteered with the Eagle's Nest after-school program at First Baptist Church in Groves and diligently arranged the weekly Deacon's meetings at her church.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Deborah embraced life with enthusiasm and joy. She was an avid fan of the Houston Astros and Dallas Cowboys, cheering them on with passion. Her heart swelled with love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought immense happiness into her life. Deborah also found comfort and delight in listening to The Gaithers and country music, and she never missed an episode of Dancing with the Stars.

Deborah leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory, her sons, Joshua Hall of Nederland, and Shawn Hall and his wife, Heather of Orange; and her daughter, Mary Kay Andress of Orange; grandchildren, Mariah Kay Reinders and her husband, Dustin, Marin Kayla Andress, Malori LaRae Andress, Chryssy Lynn Gregg and her fiancé, Chase Reynolds, Dillon Dwayne Gregg, Rachel Hall, Kaleb Hall, Elliot Hall, and Emmi Hall, great-grandchildren, Wrenlee Reynolds, Khyreaux Harvey, Bleu Guillory, and Kalaysia Lov Andress; brothers, Jim King and his wife, Corey of Missouri City, Texas, Dale King and his loving wife Susan of Zebulon, North Carolina, and Gary Lynn King and his wife, Pam of Kennard, Texas. She has 2 loving dogs Dixie and Ebony. Deborah was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Mary Lou King.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Accent Care Home Health and Hospice for the loving care they provided.

A gathering of family and friends to honor Deborah's life will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 10:00am to 11:00am, with a Celebration of Life service immediately following. Both events will be held at First Baptist Church of Orange, 7637 Martin Luther King Junior Drive, Orange, Texas 77632. The family kindly requests that attendees, if possible to please wear their Houston Astros or Dallas Cowboys gear to the service, if they in tribute to Deborah's enduring team spirit.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National MS Society at www.nationalmssociety.org.

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Tony, Diana, Brice and Laura, Hall September 4, 2026
To One Nicest most Wonderful Ladys we have been lucky enough to be close to. Loved Her Very Much. From Tony Hall Family. Diana, Brice and Laura.
Phyllis Baker Salles September 1, 2026
Debbie was a sweet person, a wonderful friend, and an amazing Christian woman. Her smile would light up a room, her warmth spread through a crowd, and her energy was infectious. We went to school together and were neighbors growing up. Her light has dimmed here, but in Heaven, she glows. The Lord bless her and keep her.
John and Patti Wells and family August 31, 2026
Our heartfelt condolences are with The family. Debbie was a precious sister of the family of Trinity Baptist Church. We met her and she was our children's (Josh and Leah) Teacher, principal, and great Christian leader. She had a beautiful voice when she sang in Church and school. She was a blessing in our lives. Looking forward to see her alive , and well with Jesus. Rest in peace Ms. Hall. ❤️ 🙏
Teresa Edwards perry August 31, 2026
Prayers for the family she was a true angel here she will be loved and missed always 🙏🏻✝️
Debbie Nicks August 31, 2026
Sending prayers of comfort and peace for her family. Debbie King Hall was one of the five girls that shared driving in our high school carpool. So many fond memories with Debbie King from Groves Elementary School through PN-G High School. Not only was she a beautiful person but God blessed her with the kindest heart. My heart aches that she endured suffering from a chronic disease for many years. Most importantly Debbie King kept her faith. ✝️🙏💜
Charlie holmes August 31, 2026
So very sorry for the families loss. Prayers for her journey and her family. I haven’t seen Debbie since high school. Life takes you in different directions. She was an incredibly kind and good person in school. Can easily see how she became a teacher and school principal. Nice legacy she leaves. Prayers Charlie holmes

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Melancon Levingston Funeral Home - Groves