Richard "Mustard" Hale

Richard "Mustard" Hale, of Jackson, Tennessee, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Jackson. He was born on February 13, 1951, in Jackson, a place that remained home throughout his life.

Richard will be remembered as a man who loved the outdoors and felt most at home in the simple pleasures of hunting, fishing, and time spent in nature. He loved all animals and carried a deep appreciation for the world around him. He was known as a very loyal person, the kind of man whose friendship was steady and lasting. If you were Richard’s friend, you were always his friend. He especially loved being at the river and spending time with his river friends, where many of his happiest moments were made.

Above all, Richard leaves behind the love of his family. He is survived by his wife, Dianne Hale of Fifty-five years, and by his son, Rodney Hale. He also leaves his sisters, Mary Abbitt and her husband, James, and Reba Weatherford; and his brother, Dennis Hale and his wife, Debi, his grandchildren, Dallas Hale, Anthony Hale, and Andrew Hale, and by his great-granddaughter, Mari Wright.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Hale, and his mother, Dorthy Gordon Hale. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Yvonne Hale and Margo Tucker, and by his brother, Everette Hale.

A memorial gathering for Richard will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.in the Chapel of Arrington Funeral Directors. A memorial service will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel.

The family is requesting that in lieu of flowers that donations be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org.

Richard "Mustard" Hale will be remembered with affection for his loyalty, his love of the outdoors, and the enduring friendships and family ties that shaped his life. His memory will remain close to all who knew and loved him.