Roderick “Rod” D. Hall, 89, of Pierre, respected cowboy, mentor, storyteller, and beloved twin brother, made his final journey with the same quiet strength and dignity that marked every mile of his life  He passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at Avera Maryhouse.  Visitation will be held 5:00-6:00pm, Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Feigum Funeral Home with a Prayer Service at 6:00pm and Rosary at 6:15pm.  Funeral Services will be held at  10:30am, Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church with interment at Dupree Cemetery, Dupree, South Dakota.  His service may also be viewed at www.feigumfh.com

 Born April 1, 1937, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Pierre, South Dakota, Roderick entered the world fifteen minutes before his twin brother, Cedric — the first of many moments the two would share side by side. They were the sons of Virgil and Verna Hall, raised on Joe Creek on the Crow Creek Reservation in a lively home of five boys and four girls.

From their earliest days, Roderick and Cedric were inseparable. As soon as they could walk, they were on horseback, exploring the rolling Missouri River breaks, playing cops and robbers, and testing the limits of their imaginations. Their teachers at Big Bend Country School could rarely tell them apart, especially when the twins swapped shirts or pointed at each other to pull off a prank. Their childhood was full of laughter, mischief, and the kind of freedom only ranch kids truly know.

The Hall ranch was a gathering place for neighborhood children, and the older boys wasted no time mounting the twins on calves, pigs, yearlings, or any horse that needed breaking. They were bucked off more times than anyone could count — but they always got back on. That was their introduction to rodeo, and it shaped the grit, courage, and determination that defined Roderick’s life.

As young cowboys, the twins herded cattle for their father, often riding young, unbroken horses through storms and long days. They learned to pull their saddles over themselves for shelter, to walk home when a bronc got the better of them, and to keep going without complaint. These early lessons forged Roderick into a man who met every challenge head-on, with humility and heart.

Roderick attended Immaculate Conception School in Stephan, South Dakota, where he milked cows, played football, served mass, and excelled in basketball. He and Cedric helped lead their teams to championships in both the Indian Tournament and the Catholic School Tournament. During these years, Roderick began entering small amateur rodeos in Blunt, Highmore, and Miller, competing in tie-down roping, bareback riding, and saddle bronc. He often joked that he didn’t win much — but he always had fun.

In 1962, Roderick moved with his family to Dallas, Texas, where he attended barber school and began cutting hair at Southern Methodist University. His barber chair became a crossroads of community — a place where Dallas Cowboys players, rodeo hands, and everyday folks came not only for a haircut but for conversation, laughter, and the easy wisdom Roderick carried with him. He continued competing in CRS rodeos, trained cutting horses, and broke colts for anyone who wanted to learn the cowboy way.

Roderick never lost his connection to home. On a trip back to South Dakota in 1978, he entered the Pioneer Days Rodeo and won the steer wrestling — a victory that brought him immense pride and reminded everyone that the cowboy from Joe Creek still had it.

Throughout his life, Roderick was deeply committed to supporting youth. He often gave a horse to a young person who needed encouragement or a chance to learn. Many remember him at the Holloway ranch barn, leaning on the rail, offering advice, stories, and steady guidance to the next generation of roughstock riders. He believed in young people, believed in the cowboy way, and believed in passing on the knowledge he had earned the hard way.

Roderick’s life was defined by his strong work ethic, deep faith, athletic talent, and the warmth of his personality. He was a gifted storyteller, a man who could make anyone laugh, and someone who made friends wherever he went. His bond with Cedric remained unbreakable — two brothers who shared not only a birthday but a lifetime of adventures, challenges, and triumphs.

Those who knew Roderick will remember his generosity, his humor, his steady presence, and the way he lived with humility and heart. He embodied the true spirit of a cowboy: resilient, loyal, hardworking, and full of quiet courage.

Roderick Hall leaves behind a legacy of love, mentorship, and the cowboy way of life. His stories will continue to be told, his lessons will continue to guide, and his spirit will continue to ride with all who knew and loved him. He will be missed by the love of his life of 44 years, Cherie; his children: Delano (April), Carrie (Jackie), Renee (Brady), Marie (Robert), Rob (Nan), Johnna (Justin), and Enoch. Rod’s legacy lives on through his many grandchildren, each of whom held a special place in his heart: Jason, Arlyn, Caysee, Catie, Bob, Carly, Tyler, Kirbee, Frances, Dionne, Danny, Jordyn, John, Josiah, Slade, Kayla, Cassandra, Zeke, Kaia and Zayden, 30 great-grandchildren and one great great grandchild. He also leaves behind the Johnny & Sharyn Holloway Family, Rusty & Karen Pearman Family, and Robert Ducheneaux Family. Also left to cherish his memory are his three remaining siblings: Hazel Alleman, Scott (Mary) Hall, and Danny (Debbie) Hall. Rod was preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Verna Hall; infant daughter Katherine Hall; siblings Annabelle Gustafson, Bud Hall, Mary Daly, June Waite and twin Cedric Hall.

The family extends a special “Thank You” to the compassionate caregivers on the third floor at Maryhouse for their exceptional care, kindness, love and support.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in his name to benefit youth rodeo organizations.

Condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.feigumfh.com.