James Joseph Bullard

James "Jimmy" Joseph Bullard, 67, loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather passed away May 27, 2016, in his home surrounded by his family.

Jimmy was born on December 9, 1948, to Annie Lois and Jim Bullard of Commerce. He married Brenda Kay Bullard in June of 1996. Jimmy retired from the US Postal Service in 2006; and, he was also a member of the Rural Letter Carriers' Association.

Jimmy is survived by his wife, Kay Bullard of Commerce; his son, Alan and Karen Bates of Lake Cypress Springs; his daughters: Melissa Bullard of Sulphur Springs and Rhonda and Berry Burnett of Commerce; his grandchildren: Chelsea and Micah Hammack of Royse City, Morgan DeGarso of Commerce, Rachel and Shawn Tuma, Zachary Bates of the Colony, Makayla McGregor, Angel and Anna Hernandez of Sulphur Springs; and, his great-grandchildren: Kinslie and Haiden Hammack of Royse City.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie Lois and Jim Bullard; and, his sister, Mary Elanor Bullard.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, May 31, 2016, from 6 to 8 pm at Jones-Walker & Son Funeral Home in Commerce.

Jimmy will be cremated as per his wishes and a family memorial service will be held at a later date.

The Bullard family would like to thank Vitas Hospice and Briarcliff Health Center for their support and kindness during this time.

In lieu of sending flowers, please donate to the , 8150 Brookriver Drive, Suite S-102, Dallas, Texas 75247.