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Gwendolyn Hall Obituary
March 6, 1950 – August 23, 2024
Bakersfield – Gwendolyn Alice Hall was born on March 6, 1950 in Bakersfield, California to Bill and Darlene Hance. She remained in Bakersfield until passing away peacefully with family by her side in Bakersfield, CA on August 23, 2024 at 74 years of age.
Gwen graduated from South High School in 1968. Soon after, she would begin working at Kern Oil and Refining where her father was also employed. This began a career journey that would span 53 decorated years before eventually retiring from the one and only company she ever worked for. Along the way, she would meet the love of her life Larry Hall, eventually marrying him on April 3, 1976. They remained married and at each other's side until Larry's passing in 2013. A devoted wife, Gwen and Larry were a constant presence in each other's lives, as well as their 3 children's.
Gwen had an infectious laugh, and quick sense of humor that made for a good time no matter where she was. In her latter years she enjoyed spending time at the beach with her sister-in-law, caring for her grandchildren, spending time with family, and enjoyed the occasional cocktail or glass of wine. Gwen had an amazing work ethic and was incredibly loyal as evidenced by her 53 year career. She gave selflessly to her children and grandchildren, especially around Christmas, where she never failed to make it a special time for everyone. She was a beloved daughter, darling sister, loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, dear friend, and valued coworker. She will be missed greatly.
Gwen is survived by her, her three children Christie Garvin (Hall), Jacob Hall, and Jamie Hall all of Bakersfield, CA, eight grandchildren Tyler Reed (30), Alison Clayton (25), Faith Hall (22), Dylan Dickerson (19), Ryah Dickerson (17), Charli Dickerson (7), Rylee Dickerson (6), and Raelyn Dickerson (6), and her brother Mark Hance.
She was preceded in death by her husband Larry Hall, and parents Bill and Darlene Hance.
Services will be held at Greenlawn Cemetery in a private ceremony.
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John Haug
August 27, 2024
John Haug
I came to work at Kern Oil in Jan 2007.
One of my many tasks was to review accounting records regarding refinery feedstock rates. A very tedious task that Gwen made possible with her great patience with me. I'll always appreciate that effort. May she rest in peace.
Condolences to her family.
Debra Chapman
August 25, 2024
To Gwen's family, so sorry for your loss. Gwen was a co-worker when I worked with at Kern Oil. She was a great co-worker and a very funny person. She is one of the rare persons who started a job as a summer hire and never left. She dedicated all her adult life towards a career that lasted decades. That is a very commendable. She will be missed.
Kristen Thompson-Brown
August 25, 2024
Gwen interviewed me for an AR position at Kern Oil & Refining Co. While most employers ask you the typical questions like "why do you want to work here" or "why should we hire you", Gwen shocked me when the first thing she said was " You´re not a moron, are you?" I busted up laughing and told her " you´re gonna have to hire me to find out" and we instantly connected. She would always tell me I was her favorite and she was mine too. She was an open book and I loved talking to her for hours and hearing her hilariously tell her stories. I loved her and miss her greatly but am happy she gets to spend her retirement with her husband who she never stopped talking about and who she missed so much.
Jeanne Hughes
August 24, 2024
Gwen never failed to make those around her laugh. It was well known about her and she never failed to deliver. It was truly a special skill possessed by a very special person. If you were her friend, you knew you were special too because she called her special people "Babe". Until we meet again Babe.
Your friend and sister-in-law always,
Jeanne
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