Thomas Randall Hallman

January 8th, 1947 - April 19th, 2024

Thomas Randall “Randy” Hallman LEXINGTON - Thomas Randall “Randy” Hallman, 77, died Friday, April 19, 2024, at Colonial Gardens Memory Care Community. He was born in West Columbia to the late Oliver Davis “O.D.” and Gertie Lee Hallman. He was a 1965 graduate of Brookland-Cayce High School, a 1973 graduate of The Citadel, and earned his master’s degree from the University of South Carolina in 1979. Mr. Hallman served in the U.S. Naval Reserve and went to Dental Tech School in San Diego, California. Mr. Hallman valued education and first taught school at Brookland-Cayce High School where he met his lifelong best friend, Marion Waters. Mr. Hallman later served as the assistant principal at Northside Middle School and Cyril B. Busbee Middle School. After 28 years in education, Mr. Hallman retired as the principal of Pine Ridge Middle School. After his retirement, he returned to teaching at Gilbert Middle School, Saluda Middle School, Brookland-Cayce High School, and then Epworth Children’s Home. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and a member of the Cayce-West Columbia Lion’s Club. Mr. Hallman was an avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing on Lake Murray with friends and family and spending time at the family’s home. He also enjoyed hunting and riding the tractor at his farm, Turkey Track. Mr. Hallman was previously a member of Kingville Hunting Club and Fort Motte Hunting Club where he served as the club’s secretary for numerous years. Many hunters killed their first deer with him due to his patience and guidance. Mr. Hallman was a loving husband, father, and granddaddy. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Saradean Kennerly Hallman; a daughter, Kimberly Hallman (Eric) Banks; a son, Randall Davis (Casey) Hallman; a loving sister, Kaye Hallman (Gene) Ford; granddaughters, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Banks, Kennedy Elise Banks, and Marydavis Ann Hallman; nephews, Darren Ford and Oliver (Jennifer) Moore; and nieces, Tammy (Joe) Jur and Barbara Lovelace. He was predeceased by brothers, Prentiss Hallman, Lanier Hallman, Marquis (Dollie) Hallman, and Raymond (Helen) Hallman; sisters, Janelle (Paul) Havird and Brenda Hallman (Billy) Moore. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024, at Woodridge Memorial Park’s Gazebo at 138 Corley Mill Road in Lexington, S.C. by his dear friend, “Captain” Marion Waters. Visitation will follow after the service. Memorials may be made to Epworth Children’s Home 2900 Millwood Avenue Columbia, S.C.; The Foundation of Gray Collegiate Academy 3833 Leaphart Road West Columbia, S.C.; or a charitable organization of your choice that promotes the advancement of students and teachers. Mr. Hallman was blessed with many cherished friendships, many of which evolved from the field of education. The family would like to thank the Executive Director of Colonial Gardens Memory Care, Max Peirce, and all of the staff and nurses at the community for their devoted care.

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Bill Cash

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time. Randy was a good friend high school classmate and I will always value our friendship. Rest in peace. Bill Cash

Published June 10th, 2024

Dean and Pam Crabtree

Saradean: Pam and I are deeply saddened by Randy’s passing. I, truly, enjoyed our many years working together in District Two. His infectious laughter at our common “situations” made our job tolerable. His humor during difficult times eased the stress. My prayer is that your loss and sadness will be replaced by the fond memories that Randy has left us with. Dean and Pam Crabtree

Published June 10th, 2024

Rick Brown

Randy was my science teacher at BC. He was a fair and compassionate man that I respected a lot. He helped me a lot in a very difficult time in my life.I will always have fond memories of him and my condolences go out for the family. He made a positive influence on my life when I was at BC. I know for a fact that he is with the Father in heaven and look forward to seeing him again!! Rick Brown

Published June 10th, 2024

Suzanne Stello

Randy and his family became our neighbors in West Columbia when I and Kaye, his sister, were 5. Randy was 8. We were together until we all got out of high school but we stayed in touch as we all went in different directions in life. I’ll never forget his laugh, his humor, and his goodness. He was always happy. I know his suffering is over and he’s now in his heavenly home with his Mom,Dad & sister. I know he will be missed. Prayers and love to Sarah Dean, Kaye and the entire family.

Published June 10th, 2024

Miriam Beaufort

As a teacher, I had the pleasure to work at Northside Middle School under Randy Hallman’s administration. He was a wonderful role model as he exemplified exceptional competence, knowledge, integrity and respect. I was so saddened to hear of his death. My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the Hallman family, Miriam Beaufort

Published June 10th, 2024

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