Terry was born on 15 May 1945 on Bell Island, Newfoundland, Canada to Chesley and Gwendolyn (Butler) Hall. In the early 1950's, his family emigrated to the United States settling in Orange, California. In 1964, Terry became a Naturalized Citizen with a goal of serving his adopted country in the US Army. He was selected for Officer Candidate School and commissioned in the Field Artillery. He served two tours of duty as Forward Observer in Vietnam.

During a 10 year break in active service beginning in 1971, he graduated from Cal State Fullerton and Western State College of Law. He then worked as a Deputy District Attorney in Orange County for 3 years. In 1981, he returned to active duty in the Field Artillery, serving various positions in Germany, Louisiana and Alaska. His last position was Commander of the ROTC at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. Having fallen in love with Alaska, he and Claire stayed for almost 20 years. Terry opened a private law practice and finished his legal career as the Federal Magistrate Judge for the 4th Judicial District in Alaska.

Terry and Claire retired in 2008 and moved to Texas where he enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting, and ranching. He cherished time with his family and was most happy when his "DNA" was gathered around him. Sitting on the porch, swapping stories and jokes, sipping on a Lone Star and watching the Texas sunset was his idea of heaven. Terry never met a stranger and gathered friends wherever he went who often became family. His larger than life personality, his all consuming hugs and his deep and unconditional love for his family and friends has left an indelible hole.

Terry is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Claire (Van Sciver) Hall, son Tom Hall, daughter Gwendolyn Shephard and husband Jason, children Evelyn, Aurelia, Sebastian and Augustin; daughter Allison Plourde and husband Jim, children Jack, Andrew and Kara; daughter Anne Seneca and husband Colin, children Trent, Claire and Audrey; sister Bonnie and husband Mike; brother Robin and wife Jeri.

Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, November 20 from 5 to 7 pm at Ramsey Funeral Home in Georgetown, Texas. A Mass of Christian Burial will occur at St. Helen's Catholic Church Georgetown at 2 pm the following day, November 21 with reception to follow. Private burial will follow at the family's ranch at a later date.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Terry's name to K9s for Warriors. Most of all, please share a joke with a stranger and make sure to tell your family you love them.