James M. Bullock passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 27th, surrounded by family. He was 70 years old. James was born in Columbia, MS in 1954 but spent the majority of his childhood in St. Louis, MO where he attended Central Institute for the Deaf. A nature lover, he was very active in the Boy Scouts and as an adult carried that love of the outdoors by spending much of his free time camping with friends. James was a “fixer” and could often be found helping friends and family work on projects around the house. He loved NASCAR, most specifically Dale Earnhardt, and spent many Sunday afternoons watching the race on TV while drinking his beer. James loved to cook and was always looking for new recipes to try but he was a southern boy at heart and his favorite dish to make was red beans and rice with cornbread.
James leaves behind his surviving family members: his wife, Melinda; his daughters, Gabriella “Gabe” Patana (Matthew) and Samantha “Sammy” Bullock; his grandchildren, Ruby and Reid; and his brother, Lee Bullock. He was preceded in death by his father, Marion E. Bullock and his mother, Patricia Williams Bullock. James will forever be remembered by his goofy jokes and silly sense of humor, and will be missed by many.
Services: Memorial visitation at Kutis South County Chapel 5255 Lemay Ferry Road Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 4-7pm. Concludes at funeral home.
My condolences to everyone!
I miss my childhood and best friend, James. He was a true Southerner.. We did camp, travel, and enjoy our lives during our younger days.
I will see him someday at the other side.
May he rest in eternal peace!
Love always,
Paul
I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the love and memories you shared
My deepest condolences to the family.
I met Jim only once, but His mom, my dear friend Pat, talked about him a lot.
I never got to meet Jim but I remember all the stories his Mom shared with me.. I know Pat is smiling and wrapping her arms around him.
Please know I have all the family in my prayers.
Donna
Our love, prayers and sympathy to Jim’s family. He was loved by so many here in Columbia, friends and family and will be remembered as a loving son, brother and father.
Love and prayers
Mitch and Marilyn Welch
Please accept my sympathy in Jim’s passing. We were friends throughout high school and studied regularly together. I kept up with Jim and his family through his mother who lived in Columbia. I hope you all have moments of peace that pass understanding. He was a joy to know.
Sue Hall
Columbia, MS
I never met Jim, but know and love Melinda. I know that the God of all comfort can keep you in His “everlasting arms”! He will carry you through, Melinda.
My condolences and deepest sympathies to the Bullock family. Jim was a friend of my brother Blake Newman (also deceased) for most of their lives. Jim was very kind hearted and I’m sure will be sorely missed.
We are so sorry for the loss of Jim… He will be always remembere… May be peace with his family and especially his older brother, Lee… Hugs, Virginia and Dan Byrd