Halli was born on August 30, 1949, and grew up in Roslyn, New York.After graduating high school, she first went to Endicott College, and then to Ohio University to study art history.

Halli met her husband in New York City and they were married onAugust 27, 1977. They had three children and settled in Livingston.

After Halli retired from being a florist, she spent her time reading, attending book clubs, playing canasta and mahjong, spending time at the beach, and spending as much time as she could with her family.

Halli was predeceased by Jerome and Beatrice Pankin. She is survived by her husband, Scott; her three children, Russell, Eric and Sloane; seven grandchildren, Richard, Alexander, Nathaniel, Jordana, Colden, Gemma, and River; and her brother, David Pankin.

A memorial service was held on Sunday, March 10, at Bernheim Apter Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel. Contributions in memory of Halli can be made to the National Wildlife Federation.