George Washington Hale

George W. Hale, age 77 of Ferrum, passed away Friday, October 16, 2026. George was born February 18,1949 to the late Posey Hale, Sr. and Cora Quinn Hale. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters Ruby Woody, Joy Cassell and Barbara Hale; three brothers Leonard Hale, Coleman Hale and Junior Hale.

Surviving are two brothers Otis Hale (Peggy), Willie Hale (Maribel); four sisters Lovella Hooker, Mary Shively, Mittie Thornhill and Gladys Hale; numerous nieces and nephews; special neighbor and friend Louise Moore; and his loyal and faithful companion “Boots”.

His family respectfully requests no food but flowers are accepted.

Graveside services will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Maple Grove Cemetery with Rev. John Ingram officiating. 

Arrangements by Conner-Bowman Funeral Home, Rocky Mount, VA