It simply would not be proper to write about the history of North Fulton without including Hal Coleman. He has been entertaining and educating local audiences as a singer, song writer and humorist for more than 50 years. His musical career led to his induction into the Atlanta Country Music Hall of Fame, and he continues his music to this day. Here is his story.
Hal Coleman was born and raised on Canton Street in Roswell. His father, Harold (1921– 1993) was also from Roswell. Harold worked in real estate. During World War II, he flew 25 missions over Japan as a radio operator in a B-29 bomber. Hal’s mother, Anne (1926-2019), owned an antique shop in Roswell in the 1960s specializing in early American antiques.
Hal and his wife, Lynn, attended Roswell High School. Although Lynn has retired from teaching elementary school she still teaches part time…