William Everett Halman passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 71. He is predeceased by his parents Francis Halman and Serena Leroux. Loving father to Charlene Garreffa (Thomas) and William Halman Jr. (Kristen Davey). Cherished grandfather of Elizabeth Garreffa, Olivia Garreffa, Jack Halman, Delilah Halman, Persephone Halman and Theadora Halman. Beloved brother of Sandra Phillips, Diane Halman (husband Paul Shmyr, predeceased), Lawrence Halman, Robert Halman (wife Marie, predeceased), Clifford Halman (predeceased) and Michael Halman (Louise). Dear uncle and cousin. William grew up near Elliot Lake before moving to Sudbury where he began work at INCO mine when he was just a teen to help support his family. He retired as the General Manager of INCO Copper Cliff South Mine.  While there, he was part of the Mine Rescue Team which participated in many mine rescue competitions and trainings to help with ongoing improvements to mine safety.  Later in his career he designed and implemented the “Halman Creter”, a mobile Shotcrete delivery system for underground that made modern mining safer as it was controlled by remote control. He retired after 31 years.
After Retirement, William settled in Prince Edward County (Waupoos) with Lake Ontario as his backyard. He quickly became a volunteer with several community groups and eventually settled on helping out the Prince Edward Fitness and Aquatic Centre.  With his passion for swimming and public speaking, he became the president of the PEFAC Board of Directors where helped usher in new initiatives, programs and lots of funding to increase memberships significantly and building upgrades over his more than 10-years on the board.
William was a doting father and grandfather to his 6 grandkids that he couldn’t wait to see regularly. His jokes were always repeated and were groaners, but we all knew him for his sense of humour, smart wit, and good advice to anyone who asked. His most cherished memories were taking his grandkids out on the lake swimming, or for a fun ride on the Jet Ski. He will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Charlene’s home on Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Condolences may be forwarded through Legacy Funeral Home, Barrie.