Marlin Floyd Hall was born on April 27, 1941, in New Rockford, North Dakota, to Floyd and Marie Hall. He passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, following a brief stay in Sanford Health's Critical Care Unit.

Marlin was raised on a farm near New Rockford and attended several country schools before attending high school in New Rockford. He had to choose between farming and high school and chose farming, so he finished his education with a GED. After earning his welding certification from Hanson Mechanical School, he worked as a welder before beginning a career as a heavy equipment operator. Over the years, he became known as an exceptionally skilled backhoe operator. If a job was especially difficult or required precision, Marlin was the one people called. During the winter months, he worked in snow removal and often shared stories of battling blizzards to keep roads open for emergency vehicles and the community.

On May 6, 1961, Marlin married Jeanette Olson. Together they began their life in Fargo, North Dakota, where they welcomed their son, Larry, in April 1962. Over the years, they also lived in Denver, Colorado, and Las Vegas, Nevada, before returning to Fargo in 2021. Although they enjoyed their time away, Fargo always remained home, where many lifelong friendships were rooted. After moving back, however, Marlin was quick to admit that he was no longer a fan of North Dakota's cold winters.

As a young man, Marlin participated in local rodeos. He was the "mugger" on a team of three young men for the wild horse race. The mugger was responsible for getting the wild horse under control while someone else saddled the horse and the third man rode. Marlin was injured when a horse fell on him; in typical fashion he refused medical treatment and went back to work the next day. Marlin loved horses and his "uniform" throughout his life consisted of a cowboy hat, western shirt, and cowboy boots.

Marlin was a hardworking man who believed in staying busy. When he did take time off, it was usually to hunt or fish. Fishing opener often fell near his wedding anniversary, and hunting season frequently overlapped with Jeanette's birthday, making it easy to combine celebrations with time outdoors. He passed his love of hunting and fishing on to his son, Larry, at an early age, and fishing became a cherished family tradition.

Marlin will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Jeanette Hall of Fargo, North Dakota; his son, Larry Hall; his grandsons, Brian Hall and Kenneth Hall; and his great-granddaughters, Samantha and Electra, all of Fairbanks, Alaska. He is also survived by his sister, Carol Hammond; his sister-in-law, Ruth (Rod) Dunkle; his brothers-in-law, Dennis Olson, Curt Kragero, and Marvin Olson; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his infant twin sons, Kenneth and Keith; his parents, Floyd and Marie Hall; his stepfather, Kenneth Goodno; and his parents-in-law, Margaret and August Olson.

Marlin's legacy lives on in the family he loved, the friendships he treasured, and the many stories shared with friends and acquaintances. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him, and his stories will be repeated with love and laughter.

In lieu of flowers, family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Shriners Hospitals for Children.