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Terry Lee Pullman

1953 - 2019

Terry Lee Pullman obituary, 1953-2019, Wichita, KS

Terry Pullman Obituary

Pullman, Terry Lee age 66, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019 following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Terry was born January 22, 1953 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He later moved to Wichita where he spent the majority of his life and raised his family. Terry graduated from Southeast High School, going on to the University of Oklahoma earning a degree in finance and labor economics prior to completing his juris doctorate at Washburn University. Following his education, Terry moved to New Mexico as an Air Force JAG, later moving to Wales to play rugby. He returned to Wichita to continue his legal career. Terry was a respected Sedgwick County Judge, a loving spouse, father, and friend. Some of his greatest joys in life were family, friends, faith, and rugby. He is preceded in death but now reunited with many loved ones, including his parents, stepmother, and two brothers. He is survived by and living in the hearts of many other loved ones, including his wife of 30 years, Patty Pullman, and children, Shane and Blair. His loved ones will miss him greatly but are comforted knowing he's with the Lord. Terry was humble, honest, caring, selfless, and an advocate for his true beliefsall while maintaining a sense of humor that will forever be remembered. A rosary will be held at 6:30 pm, Monday, December 2, and a Funeral Service at 11 am, Tuesday, December 3. Both services will take place at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church, 123 N. Andover Rd, Andover, KS 67002; Catholic Charities, 437 N. Topeka, Wichita, KS 67202; and Pals Animal Rescue P.O Box 47342 Wichita, KS 67201. Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2019.

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Kathy Burdett

January 4, 2024

I was blessed to work beside Terry at the SJAG at Cannon AFB. I lost touch when he went to Wales. Terry was funny, smart and an awesome friend. I even went to a rugby game and wasn´t sure why he loved it so much. I´ll never forget his singing between clients! Paradise by the Dashboard Light always makes me think of him singing either the coatrack as a mic! Terry was a light in my life and won´t be forgotten. Bless his family.

Cheryl Roberts

November 25, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person.

jessica padilla

December 18, 2019

He was an amazing person and my deepest sympathy.and prayers.to.the family.

Gary Eaves

December 4, 2019

I had the pleasure of getting to know His Honor while serving as a criminal defense investigator...When he found out from a mutual friend that I was from South Wales, we had long chats regarding his time in Wales and playing Rugby...A truly charming man, His Honor was a kind and decent person....His loss both as a person as an excellent Judge will be felt greatly.... 'Huna mewn hedd', Sleep in peace my friend!

Nola Foulston

December 3, 2019

My sincere condolences. Terry was a great guy and a wonderful lawyer... out thoughts and prayers are with you all. Steve and Nola Foulston

Britt Brown

December 3, 2019

Patty
We were shocked and saddened to read about Terry. You are in our prayers. God bless.
Britt & Lynn Brown

December 3, 2019

Patty, Shane, and Blair, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Jeff and Kristin Knoll

December 3, 2019

Patty, Shane and Blair, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Our deepest sympathies,
Jedd and Kristin Knoll

Jeff Roberts

December 3, 2019

I am so saddened to hear the news of Terry's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, friend and all those he touched. He was one of the most compassionate men I've ever known. He was an inspiration to all who ever met him and will be missed.
Jeff Roberts and family

Roger & Dorothy Zellers

December 2, 2019

Dear Patty, Shane, Blair
It was always our delight to see and visit with Terry. The love and light of Jesus certainly shined through his wonderful smile and friendly approach to life. We pray that God will provide
you His peace in this difficult time. Rejoicing that Terry is now
in his heavenly home. With sincere sympathy.

Karla and Chuck Hart

December 2, 2019

There are no words! Chuck and I want you to know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Much love!

December 2, 2019

Judge Pullman was my judge when things were not going well in my life. After my incarceration he was open, approachable and encouraging to me. Now I am a social worker working with youth coming out of jail into independent living. My sincere condolences to the family.

Kathleen Reeves

December 2, 2019

Patty,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. Terry was a wonderful person and a good and fair judge.

Sheila & David Ricke

December 1, 2019

Always a smile and a friendly greeting. Terry never met a stranger. His welcoming spirit fostered many lifelong friendships. A quick wit and sense of humor with an added eye roll for punctuation brought chuckles. He so loved Patty and his children, Shane and Blair. He loved his faith and was an active member of our church community. He regularly volunteered to work the early morning shift making breakfast at the Warming Souls emergency overflow shelter. Terry will be remembered as a good soul. One who brought joy. One who served well. No more pain. No more struggles. He has crossed over to touch the face of God and we rejoice for him yet our heart breaks for his dear family and all who will miss him.

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Rosalind Liston

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Harry Simpson

December 1, 2019

Rest Terry, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Bruce Swenson

December 1, 2019

Proud and honored to be able to call Terry a law school classmate. Terry was a fine man, attorney and Judge. After he became a Judge and I would see him at the Courthouse and call him Judge, he would always correct me and say My name is Terry. My condolences and sympathy to the family. You will be missed!

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