Family remembers ‘true soulmates’ killed after tree crashes onto car in Florida storm

News‘True soulmates:’ Married couple dies in Florida after tree falls on car during severe stormPatti and Steve Haller were killed after a large tree fell onto their vehicle during a severe thunderstorm in Tallahassee, Florida. Family members remembered the couple as devoted spouses and grandparents. (AP Photo)APA Florida husband and wife are being remembered for their devotion to one another after they were killed when a large tree fell onto their vehicle during a severe thunderstorm in Tallahassee, People reported.Patti Haller, 63, and Steve Haller, 65, were driving through a residential neighborhood about 5:17 p.m. July 10 when a tree crashed onto the front of their vehicle, according to the Tallahassee Police Department, Fox 6 reported. Officers and emergency responders attempted life-saving measures, but both were pronounced dead at the scene.The fatal incident occurred shortly after the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the area, cautioning that wind gusts could reach up to 60 mph. Authorities told local television station WCTV that the crash remained under investigation.In an obituary, family members described the couple as “true soulmates” whose lives were centered on one another and their family. Patti and Steve met in 1989 and were married the following year in Miami. Loved ones said they were rarely apart and enjoyed traveling, visiting local breweries, bowling and sharing seafood meals together.The obituary said the couple especially cherished time with their granddaughter, Amelia, whom they affectionately called “Millie Goose.” Family members wrote that the Hallers found their greatest joy in spending time with her and proudly embraced their roles as grandparents.Steve Haller grew up on Long Island, New York, and worked as an air traffic controller. His family said he enjoyed cooking and was a lifelong New York Jets fan. Patti Haller, a Florida native, worked for Assurant and enjoyed hobbies that included thrifting and clogging.The Hallers are survived by their children, Kristen Silverman, Ryan Silverman and Kevin Haller, along with their granddaughter. Their family has established a memorial fund to help cover unexpected expenses following the tragedy. As of July 20, the fundraiser had raised more than $24,000.ALSO TRENDING: This winter could be unlike anything in yearsALSO TRENDING: A mysterious symbol is appearing across Las Vegas - and everyone has a theoryALSO TRENDING: Kentucky man lost his job over a $1.95 purchase. Then everything changed.Chris Pugh brings over two decades of newsroom experience to his role as Trending News, Sports and Entertainment Reporter for cleveland.com, where he covers the stories capturing Northeast Ohio’s attention. His...This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Cleveland.com staff.