James Rollin Bullard Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Rollin Bullard (Des Moines, Iowa), who passed away on September 21, 2025, at the age of 94, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As James Rollin departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James Rollin. Though James Rollin may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Pearl Bullard (Conklin) and Percy Bullard. He is survived by: his wife Patty Bullard; his children, Kelli Palazzo, Heidi Leeper (Mike) and Scott Smith (Debbie); his grandsons, Anthony Crum, Lucas Krpan, Matt Palazzo and JD Smith; and his sister-in-law Rosemary Schwab. He is also survived by 5 great-grandsons 3 great- granddaughters.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in memory of James Bullard and condolences expressed at http://www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
