Elton Ford Bullock

Falkner, Mississippi---Mr. Elton Ford Bullock passed away February 21, 2009 at the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS: Ford, as he was known to all his friends was a WWII veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received at the battle of Luzon in the Philippines while serving as a first scout for his platoon. Following his medical discharge, he met and married Joyann Cross on December 15, 1946. Ford graduated from Pine Grove High School and went on to earn his Bachelor's degree at Arkansas College(now Lyon College), and his Master's Degree from Ole Miss. Following college he coached basketball and baseball at Falkner for 8 years after which he became Principal at Thaxton and Hurricane schools in Pontotoc County. Returning to Falkner he served as Principal at Falkner High School for the next 11 years. He finished out his teaching career at Ripley High School, retiring in 1983. Ford was a faithful member and Deacon of Falkner Baptist Church where he held many other positions until his health failed. Ford never met a stranger and was loved by everyone who knew him. His love of telling jokes would always bring a smile to their faces. Ford was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and community leader. His influence on his family, friends, and community will forever be remembered. Ford leaves his loving wife of 62 years, Joyann Cross Bullock of Falkner, MS: Two sons, Karl Bullock (Amy) of Ripley,Ms: Gary Bullock (Debbie) of Falkner, MS: One daughter: Bonita Cross (Jimmy) of Falkner, MS: Seven grandchildren: Haston Cross (Amber), Betsy Harbin (Kevin), Anna Johnson (Mark), Carly McGee (Bobby), Erik Bullock (fiancee Lacy), Lindsey Bullock, Callie Cross and six great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents: Joseph Ellis and Icie Viola Bullock: Three brothers: Homer, Grover, Doyle Bullock: One sister: Marie Benton: Pallbearers will be: Elton Price Bullock, Lavaugn Bullock, Haston Cross, Kevin Harbin, Mark Johnson, Erik Bullock, Marvin Murphree: Honorary pallbearers will be: The Deacons of Falkner Baptist Church and the Senior Adult Men's Sunday School Class: To send flowers to the family of Elton Bullock, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store.

Elton Ford Bullock

March 1, 1924 - February 21, 2009