Dorothy A. Bullard's Obituary
Morrisonville - Dorothy Bullard passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on October 25, 2022. Dorothy Anne Browe was born on February 22, 1929, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, she graduated from Capital Hill High School and attended Oklahoma State University where she met William “Bill” Bullard. They were married on September 9, 1948. They moved to Morrisonville when Bill was hired to teach Agriculture at Morrisonville High School in 1949.
Dorothy was involved in many volunteer activities her entire life starting at a young age. Her inspiration was her father who she adored. She made bandages for WWII soldiers and continued her love and compassion for others. While living in Morrisonville, she was a Brownie and Cub Scout leader and organized swim lessons for children through the Red Cross. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, National Weather Observer for 60 years, Director of the Morrisonville Historical Society, Director of the Morrisonville/Palmer Food Pantry was on the initial start-up of the Morrisonville Ambulance Service, and was a member of the Morrisonville Volunteer Fire Department. She organized and operated blood drives for the Red Cross. For her work she received the prestigious Red Cross Hero Award.
Dorothy’s other work included teaching at the St. Maurice School, substitute teaching at Morrisonville Community High School, Village Clerk and Librarian at the Kitchell Memorial Library.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years William Bullard and her grandson Gregory Bullard. Dorothy is survived by her four children Michael (Nancy) Bullard, Linda (Philip) Johnson, Susan (Rodney) Wade and Charles (Linda) Bullard. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren Jeffrey (Jeannie) Bullard, Bradley Wade, Jacob (Jessica) Bullard, Joshua (BriAnn) Bullard and by 5 great grandchildren.
Dorothy’s proudest achievement was the love for her family and the love of helping others.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Morrisonville/Palmer Food Pantry.
Private graveside services will be held at the Morrisonville Cemetery.
A Celebration of Life will be held December 18 from 2:00 – 5:00 at Bullard’s 311 S. 6th in Morrisonville.
Moran & Goebel Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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