Terre Haute, Indiana - Michael Joseph Hall, 57 of Terre Haute, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 19, 2026. Michael was born on September 19, 1968 to Lanny Hall and Geneva Hall Stewart in Anderson, IN.

Michael is survived by his father Lanny (Glenda) Hall and his mother Geneva Hall Stewart; his fiancée Mitzi Nichols; his sister Toni Donna (Paul); and nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews; and special friends Retired Commanding Officer Paul Mitchell (Florida), Angelo Stango (Virginia), and Eric Johnson (Vincennes). He is preceded in death by his grandparents, his stepfather Bob and his brother Jerry Hall.

Mike graduated from Indiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Health and Human Performance emphasis on Recreation and Sports Management here he was a member of Phi Delta Theta Fraternity.

He joined the United States Navy where he began as a Radioman. He retired from the Navy as a Chief and a Rescue Swimmer as well as a Corpsman for the Marines in Afghanistan.

He was stationed in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Bagram Air Field, Southwest Asia, Camp Victory, Kuwait and Cordova, Alaska.

He taught rescue swimmers in Pensacola, FL. Between deployments he taught grade school and high school in Indianapolis. Mike traveled the world.

He was an Officer (Sgt. at Arms) at the American Legion Post 104, as well as an Honor Guard. He was a member of the Marine Corps League as well. He loved to travel to historical places (he loved history).

Mike will be remembered for his strong work ethic, independence, and the loyal heart he carried throughout his life. Though he lived simply, he left a lasting impression on those who truly knew him.

A celebration of life will be held on March 19, 2026 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at the American Legion Post 104, 2690 Fort Harrison Rd., Terre Haute, IN.