John Clifford Hallman

John Clifford Hallman passed away at Oregon Health and Science University with his family by his side on Jan. 10, 2023.He was born in Sunnyside, WA, on Dec. 20, 1962, to James (Jim) and Grace Hallman. With a plan to work on the Alaskan pipeline, the Hallman family made their way west from Sunnyside in 1969. On the way, they stopped in Vancouver, WA, to visit family and persuade them to go. The plans drastically changed when they decided to stay.John lived most his life in Vancouver, WA. Amongst many jobs, John started towing for Langley's Towing while still in his teenage years. After asking his mom for loan, it wasn't long before he purchased his own tow truck and began running Triple J Towing, with the name being symbolic to himself, John, his father, James Sr. and his brother, James Jr. Within months, he was joined by his father and brother in what would be known later as a very successful tow business within the community. Over the years, the three started Hallman's Towing and then bought Orchards Towing and Anytime Towing. John was preceded by his parents, Grace and James Hallman Sr. John is survived by his six children, Melinda Willey, Celina Thompson, Savannah Higgins, Jesse Hallman, Kristina Raullerson and Dora Morgan; son-In-laws, Richard Thompson and Daniel Higgins; siblings, Loretta Misner, Barbara Hallman and James Hallman Jr; grandchildren, Amyah, Sofia, Khaliah, Kayden, Lincoln, Mateo and Andromeda; and several nieces and nephews. John was a selfless, generous, and kind-hearted man. He enjoyed spending time with his family and if he wasn't at home or at work, you could find him at the casino. Him and his dog, Spike were inseparable. John would greet you at the door with, "What do ya know?" He told the best stories and often said, "To make a long story short," about twenty minutes into it. John had a heart of gold that was always open to all. His laughter and sense of humor made being in his presence that much better. A memorial service will be held on Jan. 22, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at the Ilani Casino ballroom. A tow truck procession will be held prior to the service and will meet at 9:00 AM at 2511 NE 65th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98661.

John Clifford Hallman

December 20, 1962 - January 10, 2023