Halverson, George Wayne – 81, Tatamagouche, passed away May 19, 2022 in Stellarton. Born in Truro, he was a son of the late James Douglas and Margaret Jean (Matheson) Halverson. Before his retirement George was the curator of exhibits at the Nova Scotia Museum of Natural History, Halifax. He was an artist and musician, playing at many local events and even though he had no professional training he designed and built his own homes. George is survived by his daughter, Julia (Nathan) Townshend, River John; son, Brent Halverson (Kayla Conoley), Earltown; grandchildren, Conan Conoley, Donovan Townshend and Ronan Townshend; siblings, Jeanne Edwards, Ken Halverson, Shirley Langille, Joyce Halverson, Harold Halverson, Debbie Halverson, Marjorie Sorensen and June Mann; several nieces and nephews; special friend, Evonne Raine , Stellarton. Besides his parents he was predeceased by brothers, Keith and Jack Halverson;  half sisters, Irene Core, Geneva Fynn, Lorraine Chapel. In keeping with Georges wishes there will be no funeral service. Visitation will be held from 2-4 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2022, at Coulter's Funeral Home, Tatamagouche. Donations in memory may be made to the Fraser Northumberland Arts Council, Tatamagouche. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting the funeral home website at www.mmcfunerals.com