Grady L. Hallman, MD
1930-2017
Grady Lamar Hallman, MD, born October 25, 1930 to Mr. and Mrs. Grady L. Hallman, went to be with Jesus on the morning of January 13, 2017, in Houston, Texas.
A viewing and reception with the family will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at Joseph J. Earthman Generations, 234 Westcott Street in Houston.
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Published by Houston Chronicle from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Grady Hallman

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22 Entries

Lucy Sagle

January 11, 2025

What a wonderful doctor musician and friend. My blessings and thoughts for Grady and his family and I also speak on behalf of my deceased husband Rex Sagle . His respect and love were always directed toward Grady.

Sheri Seel -Landgraf

January 18, 2024

May he Rest Peacefully,
My Husband was a patient in 1982,
November 2, 1982.
The procedure was successful.
My husband and I Loved Dr Hallman. He was so very kind, always took the time to discuss questions.
I have thought of him through the years with much appreciation.
Sheri Seel

Lucy Sagle

January 9, 2021

Grady was undoubtedly the best most trusted friend that my husband had in Grady’s later years. What a treasure as a human being I’m so very thankful that Rex and Grady became close initially through a shared love of quality music. Rex passed away unexpectedly thirteen months after Grady but felt such a great loss every moment missing him, his friendship, his musicianship, as well as simply sharing moments laughing and talking with this special man. As a Physician Dr. Hallman was so very well respected in the medical community and of course admired for his expertise.
Although Rex was not a patient he did give Rex treasured advice along the path of their shared time together. I thank God for Grady and his association with Rex. Blessings to his family and friends Lucy Sagle.

Shirleen Webster

February 13, 2020

I am so sorry that I am just now learning about the passing of Dr. Hallman. I was a 21 year old girl in 1967 when I was shot in the groin with a deer rifle while deer hunting. I was very, very, close to death when Dr. Hallman became one of my doctors. I ultimately lost my left leg, but do to gangrene I almost lost my life. I had a lot of vascular issues. I was in St. Luke's Hospital for 6 months. I remember Dr. Hallman's dedication to seeing that I survived. I remember on one of many occasions he came into my room at 2:00am after flying back from Dallas from a speaking engagement to check on me, and he found me laying in a pool of blood because one of my arteries had been eaten into. He held that artery until they could get a clamp and get me to surgery. This was just one of many occasions where he saved my life. I have always been so grateful to him. But there is not enough room here to tell you all of the stories and dedication of Dr. Hallman that saved my life. I am now 74 and still living a full life. RIP Dr. Hallman, I will never forget you.
Shirleen (Goodnight) Webster

Kristen Gale

December 10, 2017

I meet Dr. Hallman In the Texas Medical Center Orchestra. He was a great encouragement to me in many ways. He told me about a brass institute in Denver, and I went. There I saw an Air Force brass quintet and knew I had found my calling. He is a major part of the reason I am enjoying a career as a military musician. I will never forget his passion for music and for helping those around him, even out of the OR.

R Scoggins

March 8, 2017

I just read of Dr. Hallman's passing. He saved my daughter's life in 1983 and again 1989 when he did her Fontan surgery. She is 34 years old now. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Tina

January 19, 2017

My condolences to the family . Knowing that your loved one is resting and not suffering anymore brings peace of mind . May God comfort you during this time of grief . 1 st Thessalonians 4 : 14 .

Long

January 18, 2017

My condolences to your family during this time of grief.

Michael Colburn

January 16, 2017

I will be forever indebted to Dr. Hallman for providing the funding for the Golden Age of Brass, Vol. 3 recording that I made back when I was the Principal Euphonium of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band. As many people know, Dr. Hallman was a big fan of the euphonium (and a tremendous euphonium soloist in his own right!), and he felt strongly that our traditional "Golden Age" repertoire was underrepresented among brass recordings. His generosity in sponsoring all the production costs for this recording is a wonder that I marvel at as much today as I did back when I made the recording. I am still regularly approached by euphonium players who tell me that this recording is one of their favorites, and it would never have happened without the vision and munificence of Dr. Hallman. I sincerely hope that he rests in peace, and extend my condolences to his family and friends.

With deepest sympathy,

Michael Colburn
Col, USMC (Ret.)
Director of Bands, Butler University
Former Director, US Marine Band
Former Principal Euphonium, US Marine Band

January 15, 2017

I would like to send my condolences to the Hallmàn Family on the pass!ng of their loved one, he was my heart surgeon on two different ocassions, was very fortunate to have this great man as my doctor. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! Rodney Newman

January 15, 2017

Uncle Grady was such a special person to our family.A friendship developed when he and my late father went to Baylor Medical School together.Aunt Martha was a dear friend of my late mother.
Our families shared so many events together.
He was an outstanding doctor, friend, and was involved in the Heartbeats with my father.
He will be missed.
Sherry (Greenberg) Leva

Wanda Horwege

January 14, 2017

Sending my deepest sympathies to the family. Dr. Hallman was a mainstay of the Texas Medical Center Orchestra and went out of his way to welcome me when I first joined. He was the soloist in one of the first concerts that I played, with a beautiful rendition of Puccini's "O mio babbino" - on the euphonium!

Wanda Horwege

January 14, 2017

Grady was my dear friend for over thirty years. He was an example of how a human being should live, work, and play.

Over our many years of friendship we attended numerous events throughout our nation with never a hint of any behavior that would reflect negatively on himself, his family, the medical field and of course,the musical community.

He was a true professional in medicine and all disciplines of music and especially loved the music of the concert band.

In Heaven now, Grady will join the wonderful brass ensemble the Lord is assembling. I shall miss him immensely.

Rex Sagle

Brenda Batts

January 14, 2017

So sad to hear of your passing. Thank you for the honor of working for you where you taught me so much.

Doug Brough

January 14, 2017

I've known Grady since 1983 through my involvement with Gulf Coast Concert Band. A great musician and strong supporter of the arts. He was also very approachable about any topic, be it music, medicine or other. A kind, kind man that will be greatly missed, but leaves a great example for us all. Doug, Shelley & Michael

Shantrice Holly

January 14, 2017

Godspeed Dr. Hallman. I will surely miss your talent, kind words, musicianship, and knowledge! God be with you and your family! You helped so many people during your earthly time you have surely gained your wings and are flying among angels! Rest well, Dr. Hallman.

David Hickman

January 13, 2017

Grady was an important part of Summit Brass for 37 years, serving as a founder and member of the Executive Board until his death. He was a close friend to all of the members, and a key person in supporting our annual brass institute. He also produced several recordings of brass music for Summit Records. We will miss his wise advice and love of music.

Ron Lumme

January 13, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the Family of Grady Hallman. he was a great physcian,musician and a great person.My brother Vance was close friends with him .They both had a great interest in music. i knew Grady loved brass bands and I told my brother about it he got a copy for Grady he was impressed it took something exceptional to impress Grady so glad he enjoyed the DVD. Grady wanted to vist me or get a list of my CD collection over 8000 he would have had a blast. Grady was one of a kind and will be greatly missed here but a great addition to heaven

Robert Jackson

January 13, 2017

I had the distinct pleasure of performing with Grady In the Gulf Concert Band. I will always remember how soft spoken he was but a giant playing the euphonium. I will truly miss him being featured on our concerts,his style and superior
musicianship. Rest well my friend in the arms of our Lord.

Robert Jackson
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