Rev. James Wolter "Buzz" Hall dies at 83 after 55 years of ministry

Known to generations of El Pasoans, Father 'Buzz' dies at 82

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- A Catholic priest, who was known to generations of El Pasoans for his kind nature and his advocacy for the less fortunate in the Borderland, has died. Rev. James Wolter "Buzz" Hall, who served the El Paso Diocese for nearly 55, has died at the age of 82, Diocese said Saturday night, Feb. 1. The Diocese did not say when he died. Rev. James Wolter "Buzz" Hall. Photo courtesy of the El Paso Diocese For many El Pasoans, he w…

Rev. James Wolter "Buzz" Hall dies at 83 after 55 years of ministry

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) - The Diocese of El Paso announced Saturday evening the passing of Rev. James Wolter Hall at the age of 83. Hall affectionally know at Fr. Buzz had been serving the diocese for almost 55 years. He was an outspoken advocate for the less fortunate and migrant community. Hall served in various organizations that helped those groups. Fr. Buzz was ordained on May 29, 1970 and led services at various churches in the diocese parti…