Mt. Sterling– Liberty Rowan Hall, a bright, imaginative little girl who brought laughter, creativity, and unconditional kindness to her community, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at in Mt. Sterling. She was only 10 years old.
Born on September 30, 2014, in Mt. Sterling to Alex Gregory Hall and Kayla Cantrell Hall, Liberty was a lifelong Kentuckian who radiated warmth and joy wherever she went. She was a cherished student at Redeeming Grace Church in Morehead, where she participated in Sunday School and services that reflected her loving spirit.
Liberty’s creativity wasn’t just a hobby—it defined her. Known as the “kid costume creator” among family and friends, she fashioned masks, jewelry, and tails with glitter, googly eyes, and paint. Whether it was a birthday party, a rainy afternoon indoors, or a simple playdate, Liberty turned the mundane into a moment of wonder, infusing everything she touched with prideful flair and imaginative delight.
Her knack for crafting spoke volumes about her approach to life. Quirky and silly, Liberty instinctively knew how to lift others—from offering an encouraging smile to sharing a crafty masterpiece. No creature was too small: she adored frogs and welcomed every creature as a friend. Her empathy was boundless and expressed easily, through art and affection alike.
A Family Centered on Love
Liberty leaves behind her devoted parents, Alex Gregory Hall and Kayla Cantrell Hall of Mt. Sterling, Kentucky, her brothers Alex Hall, Jr. (West Milton, Ohio) and Killian Hall (Mt. Sterling, Kentucky), and her sisters Lily Hall (West Milton, Ohio) and Lexie Hall (Mt. Sterling, Kentucky). She was the treasured granddaughter of Sammy and Debbie Cantrell (West Liberty, KY) and William and Tammy Mills (Dayton, OH), along with Kimberly Hall (Dayton, OH). Great-grandparents General Lee and Jeanette Mills of New Carlisle, OH, and paternal great-grandparents preceded her in passing.
She is also lovingly remembered by many cousins and extended family across Kentucky and Ohio, whose lives she touched with her joy and light.
Community Grief and Call for Compassion
Liberty’s passing has reverberated throughout Mt. Sterling and surrounding communities. Though her obituary initially appeared with the date June 20, 2025 in some online notices her family confirms the correct date of July 20, 2025. This outpouring of grief has drawn attention to mental health and youth suicide prevention in rural communities. In support of meaningful change, the family respectfully requests donations be directed to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, c/o Michael Swyer, 199 Water Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10038, in place of flowers.
Funeral Arrangements and Celebration of Life
Friends, neighbors, and fellow churchgoers are invited to join visitation from 11 AM to 1 PM, Friday, July 25, 2025, at Taul Funeral Home Chapel in Mt. Sterling. A funeral service will begin at 1 PM, officiated by Pastors Steven Stanley and John Fry, followed by burial at Machpelah Cemetery. Honorary pallbearer Killian Hall joins pallbearers Chad Cantrell, William Mills, Robert Jeffcoat, George Romero, Alex Hall Jr., and Joey Whitt.
Remembering Liberty: A Legacy of Laughter and Lifted Spirits
Liberty’s family shares a message that captures her essence: “She never found a creature that wasn’t her best friend.” Whether schoolmates, church friends, cousins, or the frogs she loved, Liberty connected deeply—her laughter brightening rooms, her creativity bringing color to lives.
Her story reflects more than the tragedy of a young life ended too soon. It’s a testament to the power of imagination and care. A kid costume creator, a frog fan, a friend to every sad soul—Liberty used glitter and craft supplies to remind us all to show up creatively and compassionately. She lifted spirits simply by being herself: authentic, quirky, loving.
For the Mt. Sterling and Morehead Community: How to Help
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Support Healing: Donations in her memory to AFSP underline the importance of mental wellness resources, especially for children in rural America.
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Share Her Story: On Facebook and beyond, posts like “little girl loved by all,” “Mt. Sterling community,” and “AI overview” help elevate Liberty’s life narrative and the cause she represents.
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Talk and Listen: Let Liberty’s life spur honest conversations with kids and teens about mental health, creativity, and emotional support.
A Final Word
Liberty Rowan Hall’s passing is a profound loss. Yet, her legacy—laughter, masks, glitter, and empathetic hugs—remains. In the face of heartbreak, her family invites us to keep her memory alive: to find joy in small things, to kindle creativity, to ask “How are you?” and mean it. Liberty’s life, though brief, was vibrantly lived. She made her corner of the world a better place—and that light endures.
