Eldon Leroy "Buddy" Fulkerson Jr.

Eldon Leroy "Buddy" Fulkerson Jr. obituary, Salem, IN

Eldon Leroy "Buddy" Fulkerson Jr.

Eldon Fulkerson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dawalt Funeral Home - Salem on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Jr. "Buddy" 49 of Pekin, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at his home. Born January 16, 1976, in New Albany, Indiana to Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Sr. and Violet (Skeens) Fulkerson. He was survived by, Olivia Fulkerson (Daughter), Aiden Fulkerson (Son), Violet Fulkerson (Mother) Suzetta Swartz (Sister), Kase Fulkerson (Grandson) and Jennifer DeFord (Partner). He was a devoted father, son, brother, and friend. He graduated from Borden High School Class of 1994 and then married Leslie (Frost) Fulkerson. He was the Maintenance Man at the apartment complex, where he lived. He was known for his strong work ethic and his willingness to help others! Outside of work, he found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Hunting and fishing were his main hobbies. He was preceded in death by his Father, Eldon Leroy Fulkerson Sr. and his Nephew Matthew Allen Fulkerson Visitation will be on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 12:00pm (Noon) until 3:00pm with the service beginning at 3:00pm at Dawalt Funeral Home.
Memorial Contributions to can be made to the: Washington County Humane Society / Salem Animal Shelter 204 W. Joseph Street Salem, Indiana 47167 https://humanesocietysalemin.org To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Eldon "Buddy", please visit our Tree Store.

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