Ronald Milton Hall

Ronald (Ronnie) M. Hall of Gardner. MA, born on December 5, 1948, passed from this life into the next on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Ronnie grew up in Hubbardston and lived in Worcester for many years before moving to Gardner.

Ronnie was known for his perseverance in attaining his goals. He began bodybuilding/fitness training in his early teens and continued to maintain fitness throughout his life. He was a bodybuilding instructor at Catalina and International health spas. Competing many times, he achieved 3rd in Mr. Northeastern in the 1970s and 4th and 5th place in other contests, losing to steroid users. Determined, he finally proved his point when in his mid 30s he entered a drug free contest (no steroids) and won the previously elusive 1st place in the Mr. Nutmeg competition in Connecticut.

He won Mr. Massachusetts in 1988.

A knowledgeable and patient trainer, he mentored others with their fitness goals and also trained some champions from the ground up.

Equally important to him was his love of music, playing guitar and singing. He spent many years entertaining at numerous venues. He recorded collaborative collections of music and albums of original music including “Walk the Walk” at Longview Recording Studios. His voice was pitch perfect, and his guitar playing exact and very entertaining.

He earned his New England Bartending School certification and gained the only 5-star rated review as a bartender in central MA while he worked at William's Restaurant.

He worked various jobs beginning in his teen years: haying with a local farmer, bridge construction, and later on 10 years as a machinist at Norton Company in Worcester.

His sporting and competitive spirit showed through all games. Captain of his football team in school he earned the nickname “Bull” for his attitude, strength, and leadership in the game. He applied his all to whatever he undertook. Playing the card games Pitch and Cribbage were especially entertaining to him. He spent many hours challenging family and friends. He also enjoyed honing his game of pool.

Ronnie spent many hours in religious studies over the years and knew his Bible well. He was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church for many years. He always acknowledged Jesus as his Savior and said that his life was in God's hands.

Ronnie mentored many people in many ways throughout his life. When a want or need was there, he was there. His unique sense of humor, total engagement in whatever he was doing, and his kind gentle soul will be sorely missed for all who knew and loved him.

Ronnie leaves his daughters, Rhonda L. Silva, and Amy R. Gilliland, both of Gardner. His sisters Cynthia J. (Hall) Langille of Nova Scotia, and Kathy L. Hall of Gardner, his brothers James B. Hall of Kenly, NC, and Roger A. Hall of Gardner, and several grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves his cousin, David E. Nelson of Athol who was like a brother to him growing up and beyond. They shared many adventures, including playing, singing, and recording music for a variety of appreciative audiences.

Ronnie was predeceased by his father, Milton E Hall, his mother, Constance J (Burdett) Hall, his infant brother, Melvin B Hall, and his sister-in-law, Anne M (Binette) Hall.

Private services will be held at a future date.

Donations in his memory to charity, especially to Smile Train for Cleft Palate, would be smiled upon by Ronnie as he was a long-time benefactor.

Mack Funeral Home,105 Central Street, Gardner, MA, has been entrusted with Ronald's funeral arrangements.