William ''Bud'' Calvin Bulloch, age 87, of Monticello, Arkansas passed away Monday, September 19, 2022, at CHI St. Vincent in Little Rock, Arkansas. He was born July 26, 1935, in Monticello, Arkansas to the late Samuel Bowden Bulloch and Montre Elizabeth Joyce Bulloch. Bud was a very active member in the First Baptist Church of Monticello. He graduated from Arkansas A & M in 1957 with a degree in business administration and built a successful career in insurance and real estate. From 1957 to 1969, Bud worked for the Hartford Insurance Company, beginning as a management trainee before becoming a state agent. He spent two years in corporate planning at the company's home office in Hartford, Connecticut, and was transferred to Dallas where he served as an underwriting manager, then became an assistant regional manager in Baltimore. Bud returned to Monticello in 1969 to found Bulloch Insurance and Real Estate and built the company into one of the most successful in southeast Arkansas. Bud has held numerous civic leadership roles in Monticello. He was a member of the board of directors for Commercial Bank, served two terms as president of the Chamber of Commerce, six years as a member and two as president of the board of directors of Drew Memorial Hospital, and 20 years of the Southeast Arkansas Health Foundation. He is a former Rotary District Governor and former member of the Arkansas Industrial Development Commission. He received the University of Arkansas at Monticello Alumni Award for Achievement and merit. He was also appointed by President Bill Clinton to the Arkansas Industrial Development Commission. He and his business partner, Rick Simpson started three nursing home businesses in 1998; Monette Manor, Harrisburg Properties and Woodbriar. Family always came first with Bud. He was a loving and devoted husband for 55 years. His three granddaughters were the apple of his eye. If he wasn't with family he was at work. He worked seven days a week up until he became ill. Bud was an avid hunter and spent much of his time at his 133-year-old family farm in Collins. He loved driving his tractor and watching the cotton, soybeans, and corn grow.
Bud is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Martha Kathryn Bulloch. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Carole Bulloch; daughters, Elizabeth Carole Burnett (Scott), Sarah Christina Bulloch; granddaughters, Clara Joyce Bulloch, Montre Elizabeth Burnett, and Grace Louise Burnett; niece Ann Joyce Mosley Neeley and nephew James ''Jim'' Woodson Mosley, Jr. and his best friend Lady.
Visitation will be Saturday, September 24, 2022, from 6:00 â€" 8:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Funeral Services will be Sunday, September 25, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Monticello. Family burial will follow in Collins Cemetery. You can sign Bud's guestbook page at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(39)
Chet Rogers
Pittsboro, NC Monday, October 24, 2022 Carole—- I am sad to hear of Bud’s passing. He has been on my mind lately for some reason and I was just looking up his phone number to call when I happened upon his obituary. You may not remember me—— I worked for the Carpet/rug company and have fond memories of our friendship. The great picture of Bud with the deer reminds me of the time he took me deer hunting at the camp—- he dropped me off to sit in a tree stand & when he returned to pick me I stood up & the floor of the stand broke open I fell thru gun & all!! I got a lot of razzing back at camp. My prayers are with you & family. Chet Rogers
Peggy Orr
Wilmar, AR Monday, October 3, 2022 To the family of William "BUD" Bullock,I share my sincere condolences. He was as stated before a true southern gentleman, and a honorable man. Word cannot express the deep since of loss that is felt upon hearing of his passing.
Beverly Cokley
Dermott, AR Tuesday, September 27, 2022 Bulloch Family:I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Bud for most of my life and he was always very kind to me. Glad I got to see him last year at the Collins Deer Camp; it brought back some good memories. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Beverly Cokley
Scott Bransford
Monticello, AR Monday, September 26, 2022 I would like to express my condolences to Mr. Bulloch's family and many friends. I am a current client of Mr. Bud and I appreciated all of his help and kindness over the past six years. In my mind, Mr. Bud's face and gentle spirit will always be synonymous with southern hospitality.Gloria Ryburn
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 24, 2022 Carol, so very sorry to hear this, me and Ronnie really enjoyed visiting with Bud, he was a good friend to us both . Prayers for you and familyTrisha Abbott
Monticello, AR Saturday, September 24, 2022 Dear Carole and girls,I am so sorry to learn of Mr. Bud’s passing. Know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Cindy Coggins
Monticello, AR Friday, September 23, 2022 Carole, so sorry to hear of Bud's passing. I had only known him for only 3 years. I rented an office from him.H e was a good Christian man. He loved you & those girls. He will be missed. I know when he was called home to be with Jesus, he has a big mansion. He touched the lives of many & left lasting memories. I know sweet lady will grieve the loss of her friend,too. Praying for all of you.Laura Jean Perry
Arlington, TX Friday, September 23, 2022 Sorry for your loss my prayers are with the family Bud was my childhood playmate we were friends for over 80 years I am the other half of the wash tub storyLaura perry Robbins
Arlington, TX Friday, September 23, 2022 Ms Bulloch and daughters sorry for your loss I am blessed to have called him my friend for over 80 years he was my childhood playmateMary L Caine
Monticello, AR Friday, September 23, 2022 Ms. Carole and Family,You have my deepest sympathy and prayers for your comfort.
Another Collins native called home; I am sure Mary Lou and Joe Milton were among those many others who greeted him in Heaven. I am so sorry for your loss.
John Ogles
Jacksonville, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 I am sorry for your loss. I am glad I had the chance to visit with Bud over the last few years. Take care.Ralph Hunter
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Sorry to hear Mr. Bud passed away his presence will be missed in Drew County. Your family is in our prayersJamie Bulloch Hall
Kingsland, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 So sorry to hear about Bud. My dad James Bulloch was Bud’s first cousin. Many prayers for you all.Marsha Clayton
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Carole and family I am so sorry for your loss. Bud was a wonderful person and will be missed by the many who were fortunate to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with youAntonio Davis, Realtor ®
Warren, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 My deepest and sincerest condolences to Mrs. Bulloch, your daughters, grand daughters, family and the many friends Mr. Bulloch have. I truly thank him for EVERYTHING he did for me and it’ll take years to repay him for the life blessings he bestowed upon me. I’ve thanked him in person and I thank him in spirit. Mourn and grieve how you will, for you do it for a great human being and great man.Pat Audirsch
Marianna, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Carole,I'm so sorry to hear of the death of your husband. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days. God bless you.
Pat
Ara smith dugger
Milwaukee, WI Thursday, September 22, 2022 So sorry to hear of your loss. Prays go out to the familyCharlotte Jones
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Carole, I am so saddened to hear of Bud's passing. He was one of the first real estate agents I had the pleasure of meeting when I first began working at the title company. We have worked on a lot of transactions together over the years. He truly enjoyed his work and we truly enjoyed working with him. He will be missed by so many and I truly feel your pain and will keep you and your family in my prayers.Beth Davis
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Ms. Carole,Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denise Adams
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Mr. Bud was a good friend, and sort of a mentor, to my husband Kenny Adams. Kenny had quite a few rental properties. He would turn to Mr. Bud for advice when they were sitting around the table at Paint & Lighting Plus drinking coffee. And Kenny usually took his advice because it was sound and reasonable. Mr. Bud let us hunt arrowheads on one of his farm properties. The most unique arrowhead I've every found was from that field.You have my sincere condolences. He will be missed by our community.
Sharon Shook McIntyre
MONTICELLO, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Family of Bud, I am saddened to hear of your loss. I came to know Bud when I was a senior in high school. He had come back to Monticello to start his insurance and real estate businesses when he would come to see my daddy, Bo Shook, to paint his signs. Then as an adult he became a dear friend when my husband and I bought our home and Bud was our insurance agent. I moved back to Monticello a few years ago and went by the office to have a chat with him. Prayers for all you at this very sad time.Sincerely,
Sharon Shook McIntyre
Sandy Hood
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Carole, thoughts and prayers are with you. I served on the Drew Memorial Hospital Board with Bud and have always highly respected him.Carl Sivils Jr
El Dorado, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 So sorry for your loss. Mr. "Bud" was a wonderful person.Linda Thompson Wolthuis
Little Rock, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 CaroleSo sorry to hear that Bud has passed. He was truly a great Southern gentleman. I enjoyed working with him when he was on the PIA board.
Prayers for your family.
Sam Wherry
Little Rock, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 William"Bud" BullochOne of the Pillars of who and what emerged Monticello/Drew County, Arkansas the Role Model, Flagship Rural City/County Lower Mississippi Delta/Midsouth USA and Par Excellent Monumental Accomplished Real Estate, Insurance and Finance Entrepreneur of Honor, Integrity and Multiplicity Prosperous, Fruitful Missions and Purpose Achievements has passed from Mortality into Immortality as one of the Chosen who realistically did his job well that the Living, Dead or Unborn could not have done it any better than this outstanding Christian Gentleman 🎩.
May God's Continuing Blessings upon his Par Excellent Accomplishing Daughter, Sarah Bulloch, and members of the Family and Friends of William"Bud" Bulloch during this time of Bereavement.
Psalm 1:3 AMP
And he will be like a tree firmly planted [and fed] by streams of water,
Which yields its fruit in its season;
Its leaf does not wither;
And in whatever he does, he prospers [and comes to maturity].
William Bud Bulloch
Gail Kizer
Dermott, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 So sorry to be reading that Bud has passed. He was always so nice and thoughtful. I have known him all my life and considered him a friend. Prayers for the family.Cindy Harper
Wilmar, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 Carole, Elizabeth & SaraI’m so sorry for your loss. Bud was such a good person and he will be missed. You are in my prayers.
Steven Hand
Hermitage, PA Thursday, September 22, 2022 Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Carole, Elizabeth and Sarah. Mr. Bud was a great man. Honored to have known him.Steven Hand
Hermitage, PA Thursday, September 22, 2022 Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. Carole, Elizabeth and Sarah. Mr. Bud was a great man. Honored to have known him. RIP.Laporschia Wilson
Monticello, AR Thursday, September 22, 2022 This can't be true my heart is aching I just can't believe this 💔LaVeda Allen
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 So sorry to hear about Mr. Bud. He was so good to Jack when Jack worked for him. Prayers for family..Carole Bowers
Pea Ridge, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 So sorry for y'all's loss. Bud was always kind. Always looked forward to waiting on him at the post office. He will be missed. Prayers for comfort and peace.Carole Bowers
Pea Ridge, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 So sorry for y'all's loss. Bud was always kind. Always looked forward to waiting on him at the post office. He will be missed. Prayers for comfort and peace.Bob Prestridge
Hot Springs, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 Carol and Family our thoughts and prayers are with You.Bud was a dear friend that I have had contact with since our college days.We know He is now in a better place.Bob & Judi Prestridge
Gail Henry Hammil
Star City, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 So sorry to learn that Bud has passed away. I have known him all my life, I was from Collins also. Prayer for comfort and peace in the days to come.Jacqueline Spencer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 Mrs. Bulloch I'm So Sorry For Your Loss Mr. BULLOCH was A God Man Mrs Bulloch This Is Dorothy Jones DaughterJacqueline Spencer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, September 21, 2022 Mrs. Bulloch I'm So Sorry For Your Loss Mr. BULLOCH was A God Man Mrs Bulloch This Is Dorothy Jones DaughterTyler Dunegan
Osceola, AR Tuesday, September 20, 2022 Carole and family, we are praying for God to grant you all peace and understanding during this trying time. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.Terri McCullough
Eudora, AR Tuesday, September 20, 2022 Carole,So very sorry for your loss.