Blain Edward Hall, 81, a lifelong resident of Polk County, passed away Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011, in a local health care facility.

He was a retired tow motor operator with Hardwick Stove. He was of the Baptist faith.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Lila Rymer Hall; his wife, Lillian Davis Hall; daughter, Karen Hall; brothers: Arley Hall, Alie Hall and Fleetes Hall; and sisters: Velma Darnell, Minie Rogers, Alma Green, Charcie Wilson and Mary Corsey.

He is survived by his daughter, Ann Hamm and husband, Wesley, of Etowah; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Betty Bailey of Benton.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at Antioch Church of Christ Cemetery in Old Fort with minister Doyle Parton officiating.

You are invited to send a message of condolence and view the Hall family guest book at www.higginsfuneral.com.

Higgins Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.