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Terry Bullock Obituary

Judge Terry L. Bullock, of Topeka, Kansas, and Palm Springs, California, passed away Friday, August 2, 2019, at Homestead in Topeka. He was born September 29, 1939, in Herington, Kansas, the son of Orville I. and Hazel J. Bullock. He is survived by his daughter, Susan Bullock of Topeka and his son,

John T. Bullock, and grandchildren, Cooper Borge Bullock and Kiefer Caldwell Bullock, all of Lawrence.

Judge Bullock spent his childhood in Wilsey, Morris County, Kansas, where he graduated valedictorian of Wilsey High School in 1957. In 1961, he graduated, cum laude, from Kansas State University where he sang with the K-State Singers, touring the Far East under the direction of William R. Fischer. While at K-State, Judge Bullock was a member of Delta Upsilon Fraternity; later becoming a Member of the Board and President of the International Fraternity. He was also elected to Blue Key, senior men's honorary, and Phi Eta Sigma and Phi Kappa Phi, scholastic honoraries.

In 1964, Judge Bullock graduated with honors from the University of Kansas School of Law. During his law school days, he interned in the office of William Ferguson, Attorney General of Kansas, served as an Editor of the Kansas Law Review and was elected to the Order of the Coif, the law school scholastic honorary. Upon graduation, Judge Bullock began the practice of law with the Topeka firm of Cosgrove, Webb and Oman.

In 1976, Judge Bullock was appointed District Judge of Kansas, and was retained in that office by the people of his district for over 30 years. Judge Bullock served as Chief Judge for five years and often sat with the Kansas Court of Appeals and the Kansas Supreme Court by special appointment. As chief Judge, he was instrumental in creating the first in the nation paperless system for the electronic processing of great numbers of cases efficiently and quickly. In his judicial work, Judge Bullock is best known for his constitutional decisions concerning the funding of the educational system for the State of Kansas.

Judge Bullock taught Legal Ethics at both the University of Kansas School of Law and the Washburn University School of Law. His teaching activities spanned 38 years and his students numbered in excess of 10,000.

Judge Bullock was honored by the Topeka and Kansas Bar Associations with their highest lifetime achievement awards. He was also a member of the American and Kansas Bar Associations and a lifetime member of the Fellows of the Kansas and American Bars. In the years following his active service on the bench, he continued to assist the bench and bar, serving as Mediator, Consultant, Special Master, Special Administrator and Expert Witness.

Judge Bullock was a founding member of the Topeka Festival Singers, with whom he performed for over 25 years, touring Europe under the direction of Dr. Kevin Kellim. He was also a member of the A.F. & A.M., Scottish Rite Bodies (32nd Degree), and the Episcopal Church.

Judge Bullock deeply loved his family, his friends, his profession, the Court, his music and his students. His fondest hope was that they all continue to grow, to prosper and to flourish.

Judge Bullock's funeral service will be August 16, Friday, at 2 p.m. in Grace Episcopal Cathedral, Topeka. Burial will be in Wilsey Cemetery, Wilsey, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the Kansas Bar Foundation or to Delta Upsilon foundation, sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614.

Condolences may be sent online to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World from Aug. 7 to Aug. 11, 2019.
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Working with Judge Bullock was always a joy. He challenged my mind and I learned all things could be accomplished with enthusiasm and thought. He always brought a smile to my face. Sally Henry, Systemworks (contractor with 3rd Judicial Court)

August 17, 2019

joe

August 9, 2019

My sincerest condolences to John, Susan, Cooper and Kiefer on the passing of your father and grandpa. I was privileged to work with Judge Bullock the 30 years he was District Judge. As a judge and lawyer it is my opinion that he had no equal, but beyond that he was a dear friend and gentle taskmaster to me more precious than gold.
He befriended my family and treated them as his own. We saw our children grow together; saw our parents buried together; we laughed and sometimes despaired together.
My wife, Gina, and I consider ourselves very blessed to have been counted among his friends and hope to see him again soon.

Joe Martinez

August 9, 2019

Joe Martinez

August 9, 2019

Very sorry to learn of Terry's passing. It is wonderful to have known him.

Fred Lovitch

August 8, 2019

Correction to a typo in my previous entry:

The Kansas Medicaid Subrogation statute is
KSA 39-719a.

Bob Hiller

August 8, 2019

So sorry for this loss he is a great man

Sharon M u l q u e e n

August 7, 2019

It saddened me to hear that Judge Bullock had passed. I worked with him for a while and he was quite a character. He also was important to our family in that he signed the adult adoptions for my daughters and made my husband the proudest and happiest man in the world. This Judge was incredible to me. Tish Coffin

Tish Coffin

August 7, 2019

I always enjoyed the judge. He was a big man with a big personality and heart. He knew how to be quiet and subtle when he chose to be. It will be hard to look around and not see something that reminds us of Terry. May you rest in peace and rise in glory.

Kathy Slawson

August 7, 2019

When I worked as an attorney for the Kansas Health Policy Authority, Judge Bullock did many mediations for the Kansas Medicaid Subrogation program (KSA 38-719s).

He quickly grasped the facts of each case and without fail would guide the parties to an extremely fair result. He would write up his findings in words that everyone would admire.

A wonderful man, he will be missed by everyone he ever came in contact with. Rest in peace, Your Honor. ---Bob and Patty

Bob Hiller

August 7, 2019

I met Judge Bullock when I worked in the secretarial pool at Cosgrove, Webb and Oman (law offices). He was right out of law school at the time. So nice to work for and become acquainted with. I was planning my wedding when I learned he was a respected singer. I asked him to sing at my wedding and he obliged me without hesitation. My wedding was in Ottawa, Kansas on December 12, 1964. Everyone was in awe of his voice, including the organist! I have wondered about Terry's health over the years and saddened to learn of his death. My deepest condolences to his family. May God grant you peace at this difficult time, knowing he made a huge difference while here on earth. I will pray for all of you and never forget Terry Bullock.

Bonnie Ferns

August 7, 2019

Jay Harrison

August 7, 2019

Anyone having worked with Judge Bullock likely was struck by his brilliant intellect and incredible memory. These talents coupled with his forceful personality made him a superlative judge. He was an effective and entertaining communicator. Pay attention to him and one could learn a lot. Beyond the courtroom, he was primarily responsible for developing Shawnee County's computer based system that served so well until recently retired (many wish they could return it to use). He was a singular public servant and a great benefit to our judicial district.

Brett Berry

August 7, 2019

I worked with this judge and many others in my job as a county security deputy sheriff. Judge Bullock was one smart and pleasant judge. I quickly became friends with this exceptional man. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. This is a great loss to our community.

August 7, 2019

Judge Bullock was so "sweet!" He was such a "jovial" gentleman. Loved seeing and chatting with him when he would have a mediation at our firm. Such a "nice and pleasant" man. So sorry to hear of his passing. He will be missed! To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. He said goodbye to the old world and woke up in Glory - to live forever more! God bless you, Bullock Family. Praying peace, strength and comfort during your time of sorrow.

CINDI ONEAL

August 7, 2019

I met Judge Bullock thru his daughter Susan which I was working for, at the time and he helped me and my daughters, he invited us to his court room to see what is was like and the girls were able to try on his court robe, my middle daughter had to a great time. He was a great Judge and he will be dearly missed. Susan I am so sorry for your loss.

Debra Bahret

August 7, 2019

I am a topeka lawyer..I tried many jury trials before Judge Bullock...he was fair to all people who appeared in his court...after the Judge retired he was a Mediator. who helped settle civil cases for Plaintiffs and Defendants... Mainly injury and death cases.....Judge Bullock knew how to get people together and settle their claims.....plus..he was a great singer at his church......I will miss my good friend...he will be missed by many people...especially lawyers.....God Bless this Good Man....dan lykins (topeka)..

Dan Lykins

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August 6, 2019

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