Sheffield Man Ernest Hall Remembered as ‘True Gentleman’

Sheffield Man Ernest Hall Remembered as ‘True Gentleman’

Sheffield is mourning the loss of Ernest Hall, a well-known former engineer described by those closest to him as a “true gentleman.” He passed away peacefully at the age of 82, just months after returning to his home city following more than a decade in Cornwall.

Born on Christmas Eve in 1942 at Brook Hill near the old Jessop Hospital, Ernest was one of seven siblings, growing up with four sisters and two brothers. In 1965, he married Joyce, and together they recently celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary — a testament to 60 years of love and devotion.

The couple raised three children: daughter Deborah and twin sons Gary and Sean, all born within the same year. Ernest was also a proud grandfather to five grandchildren — Elliot David, Rebecca Jade, William Sean, Dominic Gary, and Emma Louise — each of whom brought immense joy to his life.

Ernest dedicated much of his working life to engineering, spending years as a surface grinder before retraining as a saw doctor. He retired in 2007 from Tyzack’s on Shepcote Lane, a company that carried on the legacy of his previous employers.

Outside of work, he was a man of varied passions. He loved fishing, metal detecting, and short mat bowling, and in earlier years enjoyed sequence and ballroom dancing with Joyce, which brought them a rich social life.

Joyce reflected: “A lot of his friends described him as a gentleman and a nice man. He was always helpful and friendly. As a husband, he always worked hard and was supportive.”

Ernest’s life, defined by dedication to his family, strong work ethic, and warmth of character, leaves behind a legacy of love and respect.