Vern Hall, 74, of Independence, MO passed away Thursday, April 12th, 2012 in the hospital after a short but hard fought battle following complications after surgery. A life long truck driver and member of the Teamsters Local 41, Vern retired from Yellow Freight in 1999. Vern was a Master Mason of Mount Washington Lodge #614 and a member of the Ararat Shrine of Kansas City. As a Shriner, he often drove his beloved cars in parades and attended car shows as a member of the “Ole Car Unit.” His favorite hobby was anything to do with classic and antique cars, rebuilding and restoring them and helping friends with their cars. Vern is survived by his children Connie Hill (George) of Smithville, MO and Dale Hall (Starla) of Center, TX; a sister Edith Ruminer of Batesville, AR; 5 much loved grandchildren: Cale, McKenna, Jordan, Kinsey and Sayre; many family and friends including long time friend Jim Thomas. In following with Vern’s wishes, no services will be held. Donations can be made in his name to the Shriner’s Hospital’s for Children, 2001 South Lidbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63131.