James E.

Hall

James E. Hall, 72, of Rock Island, Illinois, passed away Friday, November 6, 2026, at MercyOne Genesis Silvis Medical Center.

A gathering to celebrate Jim's life will be announced in the near future.  Cremation will take place at Trimble Crematory, Moline, under the direction of Trimble Funeral Home.

James Elmer Hall was born July 13, 1954, in Rock Island, the son of Vinnie Wells.

Jim never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation with just about anyone. He enjoyed trying his luck on the slot machines and, above all, cherished his family. His nieces and nephews and their children held a special place in his heart, and he loved spending time with them, treating them as if they were his own.

He is survived by his sisters, Vickie Wells and Paulette (Keith) Rice of Rock Island; his brother, Paul Wells, Jr. of Rock Island; nieces and nephews, Teairra Wells, Jovonti Wells, Shiya Wells, Brittney Welcome, Dupree Welcome, Jr., Marcus Welcome, Chelsea Welcome, and Kentrel Welcome; as well as a host of great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Vinnie Wells; and brothers, Dupree “Dump” Welcome and Pierre Welcome.

The family invites friends to share stories and condolences at TrimbleFuneralHomes.com.