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Herbert Bullock Obituary
1929 - 2010
A private family service will be held for Herbert Marty M. Bullock, 81, who died suddenly at his home in Minden on Nov. 7, 2010.
Born Sept. 5, 1929, in Los Angeles, Mr. Bullock grew up in Glendale. He attended Hoover High School where he was student body president, Boys League president, and Leadership of Cabinet. He loved sports and played football, basketball, baseball and ran track. He served in the National Guard until he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1952 where he was an intelligence photo and radar officer. He retired after attaining the rank of captain. He graduated from UCLA Law School with a bachelor of arts degree in history.
He was surfing at Mission Beach when he met his future wife, Susan, an Omaha, Neb., resident who was visiting her sister. The couple engaged in a long-distance relationship for four years until 1956, when they married.
He started out as a stockbroker in Los Angeles and the couple moved to Ventura in 1957 where he was an investment counselor. In 1987, he moved to Gardnerville where he continued working as an investment advisor until his death.
He loved games, following the horses, reading, and was a prolific letter-writer. He mastered wilderness survival training at age 60, won the World Horse Handicapping Tournament and World Blackjack Tournament in Las Vegas, and solved the daily crossword puzzle in pen.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Susan; daughters, Debra (Jay) Shelton, Amy (Dennis) Christian, Jennifer Taylor; grandchildren, Kyle, Josie, Savanah, Hunter, Jasmine, Holden and Riley.
Memorial donations may be made to Wells Fargo Bank, account number 3013866219 for the education of the two children in Mrs. Bullocks care.
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Marty October 2010
Martin Bullock
November 29, 2010
Karen Sanchez
November 22, 2010
Deb, my condolences to you and your family ~ Karen Houle Sanchez
Robin Davis
November 21, 2010
Debbie ~ you were then (in HS) and are now such an amazing friend! I can only guess that you are because of your loving parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May the love and the many happy memories you share together lift you all as you celebrate the life of your dad; a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend. Robin (Coq) & Bryan Davis
November 20, 2010
To Sue and Girls - I was so surprised to read about Marty's passing. By today's standards, he was too young!! Marty was a good friend!! He was always kind and gracious to me and I will remember him fondly My best to you all Jo
Dennis
November 20, 2010
Marty, always a fun loving, geneous Father,Grandfather and Friend. Your quick humor, love of life and competitive spirit will live on in us all. Although we shall miss you terribly, laugh with you often, you will forever be in our hearts and memories. Rest in Peace Big Potty.
November 19, 2010
You're light will shine on forever in our hearts Uncle Marty! The warmest memories I carry with me daily ~ in my book, you are King! Know you are missed by all whose lives you touched. Love always, Nancy
Thanks for everything, Uncle Marty. You were the greatest! Love, Sue
Susan Shamblin
November 18, 2010
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