William H. "Bill� Hall, 73, Independence, MO. passed away Dec. 7, 2005 at home. Bill was born Feb. 27, 1932 in Mt. Pleasant, AR. He worked at the GM Leeds plant for nearly 28 years before retiring when the plant closed. He then worked as a maintenance man at McDonalds for 12 years. Bill loved his family, his friends, and fishing. He was always smiling and never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Artie Hall, of the home; son Tim Hall and wife Dawn, Bates City, MO; daughter Brenda Hall-Simons, Independence; two brothers; one sister; four grandchildren and many friends. Services will be 10 am, Sat. Dec. 10, 2005 at Speaks Suburban Chapel; interment at New Salem Cemetery. Visitation will be 6-8 pm, Friday at the funeral home.