Passed away peacefully surrounded by love after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at the age of 63. Loving best friend and partner of Kim (Rau) McCann. Proud dad of Jordan Hallman and step-dad of Troy McCann (Lianne), Paige McCann (Scott), and Sadie McCann (Chad). Adored Poppa of Olivia, Camryn, Brees, Hayes, and Bowen. Cherished brother and brother-in-law of Annette and Kevin Williamson, Diane Ernteman (Bob David), Brenda and Ron McDonald, Sherri and Steve Harrison, Joe Rau and the late Carolyn Rau, Derek and Tammy Rau, and Shawn and Cathy Rau. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and his aunt Eleanor Hunt. Predeceased by his parents Robert and Elaine (Plauntz) Hallman, mother and father-in-law Patsy and Tony Rau and several aunts and uncles.
Mark’s love for forestry and logging began as a teenager when he started working in the mill in the New Dundee area. This led him to a successful and proud career, owning Timberland Resources Inc. Over the past 15 years, he also dedicated time as a Real Estate Agent and has helped many people find their dream home. Mark’s witty sense of humour, loving, kind and generous personality landed him with friends from all over. In his spare time, he loved to travel and cruised many times over the years. Above all, he cherished time surrounded by his family and loved when everyone was together.
Keeping with Mark’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery, St. Joseph.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
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Martin and Cheryl Gelinas
Dear Kim and family, our deepest condolences to you and all of your families. You’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie and Greg Sadler
Dear Kim and families:
We would like to extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to all.
Warmest Regards,
Bonnie and Greg Sadler
Carey
We were very sorry to hear that Mark had passed away. Our condolences to you and your family Kim.
Carey & Sherwood Eddy
Karn Durdin
Kim, we are so sorry for your loss of Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karn Durdin and Don Thornton
Brenda Vermunt
Dearest Kim and family.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Mark. May happy memories help you through the difficult days going forward.
Sending lots of love and hugs your way ,
Brenda and Walt Vermunt
Kim & Bob Case
Dearest Kim and family
We were so sorry to hear of Marks passing and all the horrendous struggles he had fighting and hoping for a cure… he wanted nothing more to get better and spend more time with you .
That’s makes him even more incredibly special and the love he had for you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May family and friends surround you and help you continue on.
Most Sincere condolence’s
Debra (Cober) Little
Mark grew up as a neighbour and frequent visitor in our home. He was fun loving, gregarious and generous. I particularly remember him joining our family on a spring break camping trip to Florida – my parents and 5 teenagers, a station wagon, tent trailer, pup tent and Mark’s brand new Z28 Camaro . What fun we had!! My condolences to his family. May he Rest in Peace 🙏
Christine Nelemans
Kim it was an amazing gift of love that you gave Mark in his final months as he fought his battle with cancer at home.
I hope you can find some comfort in knowing you gave Mark so much love.
Hugs to you and your families.
Bryan Baker and Chris Nelemans
Buffy Ellis
Dear Kim, Paige and family. Sending you my deepest condolences on the passing of Mark. I’m so sorry to have read this news. Sending you big hugs. Xoxo
Sheila Stickland
Dear Kim and family,
Our sincere condolences to you and all your families. May Mark rest in peace🤍🪽🕊️
Doug and Sheila Stickland
Brenda Triebner
Kim and family, so sorry to hear about Mark. Deepest sympathies to you all
Pauline and Brad Tait
Brad and I were shocked to hear of Mark’s passing. Kim, your journey with this disease is nothing less than horrific… We are so incredibly sorry for your loss and everyone who loved Mark.
Bill Putherbough
Kim I’m so sorry to hear of Marks passing
My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this very difficult time
Bill Putherbough
David Greene
Kim and family,
I was saddened by the news of Mark’s passing.I was fortunate to have him as a neighbour.
Louise and I send our deepest condolences.Remember all the good times you had together to get you through hard days.
Eleanor Hunt
My condolences to Mark’s family and friends.
Karen & Doug Courtney
Kim & family… our sincere condolences on your loss of Mark..
Maddy Tambosso
Kim and families,
Moe and I were saddened to have learned of Mark’s passing. May all of the wonderful moments you spent with Mark help heal your broken hearts.
You are in our thoughts.
Maddy & Moe
Martin Fisher
Kim and family,
I am truly sorry for your loss.
You have my deepest and most sincere condolences.
Martin
Doug &Julie Debus
My dearest Kim and family so sorry for your loss.Sending loving hugs and prayers for you all at this difficult time.May you always cherish the memories you had together.God bless you with a healing heart.
Doug and Betty Lynn Eckel
Kim and family – We are so sorry for your loss. Cherish all of your wonderful memories of Mark and time spent together. Thinking of you and sending our deepest sympathy. ♥
Jill & Ralph
Dear Kim & Mark’s family,
Thinking of you at your time of loss. Mark was an amazing man & we are grateful for his presence in our lives.
Sincerely Jill & Ralph Geiger
Jullie Godwin
Dear Kim and Family,
We were shocked to learn of Mark’s passing. Please know you have our deepest sympathy.
Kim and Jullie
Patti and Steve Geoffrey
Dear Kim and family
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved partner Mark. May your precious memories bring you comfort. Sharing in your loss and sending our heartfelt condolences.
Patti and Steve
Maria Liut and Steven Vickery
Kim and family
Our very deepest condolences to you Kim and your loving family on the loss of dear Mark. May the cherished happy times and memories you shared help to comfort you all during this difficult time. God bless
Maria and Steve
Doug Geoffrey
Kim and all your family l am so sorry for your loss may your memory of Mark always be cherished
Pat O'Rourke
Kim and families,
Sorry to here of Mark’s passing. May the support of family and friends help you in the days ahead.
Pat
Judy and Wayne Scheifele
Our deepest sympathy and our prayers to Kim and the entire family.
Mark will be missed by so many.
You will all be in our prayers.
Ron and Louise Vanderhoek
Kim and Family,
We’re so sorry to hear this very sad news. Please know that we’re thinking of you. Love and hugs, Louise and Ron
Jean Mason
Dear Kim and Family
So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. What a kind and caring gentleman he was and you both shared a beautiful life together.
Just know we are here for you as you journey through this difficult time.
Sending hugs and encouragement to you and your family.
Sincerely
Jean
Jim Oesch
So sorry to hear Kim ,my sincere condolences to your families
Tena Elliott
Kim,
Our condolences go out to you Kim.
We were very saddened to read this news. Sending you much strength to get you through these difficult days and months ahead .
Warm regards,
Bruce and Tena Elliott
Elaine Clarke (Ducharme)
Kim and family
I am so sorry for your loss…
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Cherish the wonderful memories 💕
Elaine
Ann Robertson
Dearest Kim and family, My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your sweet families at this difficult time. May your cherished memories of Mark bring you the comfort and peace that you need to get you through these next weeks and months. Both Steve and I truly enjoyed the times we were together with Mark!! A true Gentleman indeed! I’m here for you my friend….anytime! Love, Ann
Paul & Marylou Gunning
Our sincere condolences to you Kim and all your Families.. Treasure all those beautiful memories you have.. Sending love & prayers.. ❤️
Joe and Marilyn Kenda
Kim and Family,
Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. May he rest in the sweetest of peace.🙏🏻
Julie Varley
So sorry Kim and family. We had many good times with both of you and will cherish the memories of Mark. Will miss his laugh.
Murray Armstrong
Our condolences to Kim and Families.
Lori and Murray
Jerry & Rose Vanbruaene
Dearest Kim
We are so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. We had the pleasure of getting to know him a bit and enjoyed his warm personality and good sense of humor. Please know that we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry & Rose
Evelyn Vincent
Kim
So sorry to read of your huge loss. Praying the good memories will help bring peace and comfort. HUGS
Dan and Donna Overholt
We send our deepest condolences to you Kim, and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Dan and Donna
Doug and Jill MacLaine
Kim and Family we are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Pat Flanagan Susan Wildfong
So sorry for your loss Kim and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve and Fran McCann
So sorry Kim for your loss,our deepest sympathy to you and your family
Karen & Don White
Kim & family, We are so sorry for your heartache & loss. May all the beautiful moments you were blessed to spend together with Mark flood your minds & help heal your broken hearts. Hugs Karen & Don
Randy and Lynda Rapley
Kim, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your memories will be a blessing. Our deepest condolences. 💕
Caroline and Ken Lewylle
We are so very sorry for your loss. Sending sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family.
Ron & Karen Rupert
Dear Kim and Families Your all in and thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May all the memories you and Mark have made over the years comfort you in the days ahead. Our deepest sympathy❤️
Gail Oke
We are so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. Our hearts are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Randy and Gail Oke
Paul and Caroline Ford
Kim and Family,
Sending our deepest condolences. We always enjoyed the time we spent together. Mark was so easy to talk too and a wonderful neighbour.
Vicki Geoffrey and Randy who is here in spirit
My Dear Friend and to your beautiful families, I am so sorry for your great loss.
I believe that God gives his hardest battles to his strongest soldiers, he will put hardships and obstacles in our path. I think he is teaching us how to stay resilient and preserve in life.
You will never realize how strong you are until being strong is your only choice. Sending you
a hug and I will be here for you always whenever you need a friend.
Pat and John Eplett
Kim and family, we are deeply sadden to hear this news. We think of you and Mark often and the wonderful neighbours you were. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Pat and John Eplett
Jeannette Pedlar
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time for you and your families. May God’s strength help and comfort you today and all the tomorrows ahead of you. Doug and Jeannette pedlar
John and Jane Musser
Kim and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you, sending much love and sympathy. Cherish your memories of a wonderful best friend. Sincerely John and Jane
Suzanne Bell
My sincere condolences to you Kim & family..
May your loving memories bring comfort in the days to come.
Dave & Suzanne (Rau) Bell❣️
Trish Bray
My heart breaks for you Kim. You and Mark made a great couple, and I’m sure you are thinking of all the good memories. Condolences to you and your family.
Gail and Yvon
Annette and Kevin we are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Gail & Yvon
Brian Sheila Brooks
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Our deepest sympathies.
Dick & Barb
So sorry Kim for your loss. Sending hugs. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Janice Williams
Kim;
So sorry for your loss. Sending love & hugs from across the street!
Barb Burzynski
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Darlene (Ducharme)
To the RAU families
I am sending my sincere condolences.
Darlene (Ducharme) MacDonald
Clarence Rau
To Kim and all the Hallman family’s my sincere condolences on your loss of Mark. He was a great friend and will be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with all of you’s . Hugs 🙏💕
Pam Bedour
Dear Kim and Family,
I’m so sorry to learn of Mark’s passing. Sending my deepest sympathy and much love.
Pam Bedour
Pat & Keith Heipel
Kim and family – Our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you on Mark’s passing. We feel fortunate to have shared some fun times together and will always remember him as a wonderful neighbour and friend.
Ralph & Sue Burlingham
Sending our deepest condolences, Kim and family, during this sad time. May your cherished memories bring you peace and comfort.
Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie
Kim and the entire family members…
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Cherish the wonderful memories!
Martha & Ken Mungar
Our condolences and prayers.
Terry and Helen Rau
Kim and Families
Please accept our dear condolences for the loss of your loved one.
May you find strength and comfort in each other.
Terry and Helen Rau
Kathy Mann
Kim, you have my deepest sympathy. Thinking of you. Kathy