Gary Pulliam's Obituary
Gary Pulliam, 64, of Decatur, passed away on Tuesday November 24, 2015, in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Gary was born on May 29, 1951 in Newport, Arkansas the son of Elby and Roberta (Sutherland) Pulliam Sr. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1969-1973.
Surviving are his sons, Troy Pulliam (Kristin), Todd Pulliam, Chris Pulliam, and Justin Pulliam all of Decatur; daughter, Rachel McQuality (Dan) of Mt. Zion; brothers, Elby Pulliam Jr of Georgia; Dan Pulliam of Bethany; Roger Pulliam of Decatur; sister, Sandi Pulliam of Decatur; and eleven grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family of Gary Pulliam will host a memorial service to celebrate Gary’s life 11 AM on Monday November 30, 2015 in Decatur First Church of the Nazarene. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Monday in the church. Memorials are suggested to the family.
The family of Gary Pulliam is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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