The resolution expresses profound sorrow over the passing of United States Veteran Billy Ray Bullard from Dadeville, Alabama, who died on April 15, 2024, at the age of 76. It highlights his significant contributions to his community, his dedication to his family, and his service in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, followed by a career as a civil engineer with the Alabama Department of Transportation. The resolution also reflects on his personal passions, including his love for cooking, sports, and spending time with his family, particularly at their sporting events.
In honoring Mr. Bullard's life, the resolution acknowledges the void his passing leaves in the hearts of his loved ones, including his wife Peggy, their children, grandchildren, and many friends. It emphasizes his values of discipline, perseverance, and patriotism, and concludes with a heartfelt tribute to his memory, recognizing the shared grief of the community and the lasting impact he had on those who knew him.