Russell Bullard
November 26, 2015
Russ “R.J.” Bullard passed away at his home Thursday, November 26, 2015.
Russ was born in Panora, Iowa to James and Alice Bullard.
He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for three years, during which time he earned two Purple Hearts. Russ retired in 1996 from the State of Iowa. He had a passion for motorcycles and riding his Honda Valkyrie. Russ enjoyed charity poker runs with his son, Rex and visiting 48 of the 50 states with his daughter, Valarie on his motorcycle. He also loved attending the sporting events of grandsons, Austin and Noah and dance recitals of granddaughters, Meghan and Addison. Russ was a member of the American Legion, American Legion Riders, VFW, AMA, VRCC and various other motorcycle enthusiast clubs.
Russ is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Bev; children, Valarie Meyer, Rex (Amber) Bullard and Debbie Shepard; several grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Wounded Warrior Project in loving memory of Russ.
A memorial service will be held, Noon, Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Visitation will occur one hour prior to the service. A burial will occur at a later date at Iowa Veteran’s Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Ron Shedd VRCC
11/27/2015
The tough exterior, the good natured teasing and the twinkle in the eye
when he fooled someone into thinking he was serious. Everyone was drawn to him.
RJ was a wonderful example of his generation- patriot, soldier, family man and a guy who refused to let health issues bring him down. One of the last, real, tough guys with the warmest of hearts.
He will be missed, by many. My condolences to his family, which includes this club.
Evan Rogers (Oss)
11/27/2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of a man with a great heart. I will miss your friendship RJ
Dave Ritsema VRCC
11/27/2015
RJ, You lived a life that you and your loved ones could be proud of. You were a man of honor, a man of service to others and a good friend to many. I will miss your sense of humor, your fatherly advice and the example you set on how a man should live his life. Godspeed my friend.
Lurae Zavalla
11/27/2015
Prayers for the family. Sorry to hear.