Steven Richard Hall was born May 15, 1961, in Bremerton,Washington to Nancy Fuller. A few years later, Nancy would meet the man Steve called Dad for the rest of his life, Ronald Hall.

Steve spent his early years in Bremerton before the family moved to Port Orchard.This is where Steve grew up,graduating from South Kitsap High School in 1979.

From a young age, Steve’s natural leadership skills and zest for life was readily evident. Many teachers suggested to him he should consider a career as a counselor or a teacher.He had a passion for sports his entire life.He loved football and wrestling,but it was baseball that became his obsession. Early on, he developed a love of the game, and coaching became his true and natural calling.

Steve became the head coach of the Vashon High School baseball team in 2004. It was a job he held dear and loved more than anything. Some of his most cherished memories involved coaching the kids and watching them grow into young men. His very proudest moment was the 2016 team winning the state 1A championship, after which, he retired from active coaching duties.

Steve began his grocery career at Midtown Grocery in Bremerton, moving to Albertson’s in Port Orchard where he worked his way up the ranks. He decided to take a job driving for Frito Lay in order to spend more time with his son. His route took him to Vashon Thriftway, where he was offered a job. Steve spent the next 30 years in the meat department there, becoming a community fixture in that position. He always had a warm smile and heartfelt greeting for everyone. His positivity was infectious, and he always made everyone feel welcome. His unrelenting Energizer-Bunny personality inspired many to tackle life like he did and leave nothing on the bench.

Steve was also an avid boater who spent his free time on the water on his beloved boat.He was an amazing son, brother, husband, father and grandfather who was adored by his family. He passed away suddenly March 1, 2024,with his wife and mother by his side.

Steve is survived by his wife, Angela, his son Steven, Jr., daughters Sue and Lydia,grandchildren Aliyah and Oliver,his mother, Nancy, as well as brother, John and sister, Wendy.

A scholarship, the “Coach Hall Swing for the Fences” award, has been established through the Vashon Community Scholarship Foundation. Donations can be made at vashonscholarships.org.

A family service will be held Saturday, May 18, at the Cloverleaf Tavern in Bremerton.

There will be a public celebration of Steve’s life,Sunday,May 19,2024,at the Vashon High School baseball field,1 p.m.His familyinvites everyone to come in their best baseball attire, bring a lawn chair and prepare to watch some great baseball.There will be alumni baseball games, t-ball games for kids as well as great stories and remembrances of this truly remarkable soul.

Know anyone who would like to play in the alumni game?

Please email: Chesterpruett@gmail.com for information.