Woodstock, Vt. —
He was Mr. Google for all who wanted to know something about anything; he had an incredible understanding of science, math, technology and world affairs, among other subjects. Steve was Mr. Fixit to all who needed a repaired door, window, cabinet, disposal, washer or whatever else might need fixing in a house. He spent many hours gardening and loved to pour through seed catalogs and visit out-of-the way garden shops. He loved to travel the world and also just as happy to wander the aisles of Home Depot and used book shops.
Steve served as the Head of the Technology Marketing Support Center over the course of his 30 year career at IBM. Steve went on to follow other pursuits from co-founding the Mt. Elmore Institute consulting firm that worked to educate around discrimination in the workplaces and working for the Hiller Group, an executive search insurance firm. A member of more boards than can be listed, Steve rolled up his sleeves and served his synagogue, town and the general community whenever he could. He served as Temple President for Ohavi Zedek for multiple terms and as Hillel Director at UVM. Beyond his service, Steve and his wife Hasse made their home a haven to all.They opened their home to travelers, newcomers, visitors, and neighbors for Shabbat meals every Friday night for over 15 years.
Stephen Halley is survived by his fiancee, Joan Carr; his brother; his five children; and 11 grandchildren. He is predeceased by Hasse Halley, his wife of 48 years.
Funeral services will be held at Congregation Shir Shalom in Woodstock on July 30, 2017, at 11 a.m. with a reception to follow. A traditional shiva period will take place at the family residence.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in honor of Stephen Halley to the Memorial Scholarship at Woodstock Union High School in honor of Hasse and Steve. You can make a donation online here: https://hkhscholarship.wordpress.com/support-the-hkh-memorial-fund/ (thanks to Sustainable Woodstock) or send a check made out to the Hasse K. Halley Memorial Fund, 94 Grafton Street, Arlington, MA, 02474. Or make a donation in his honor to a cause in which you believe.