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Leland Bultmann Obituary
He was born Sept. 24, 1943, in Belleville. He was the son of the late Wilmer and Arline (Bollmeier) Bultmann.
He graduated from Eastern Illinois University in 1966. On July 13, 1968, he married Pamela Burrei of Oak Lawn. They began their life together in Springfield, and then moved to Petersburg in 1974, where they have lived since, enjoying their 11 children and many wonderful grandchildren.
Lee worked for Levi, Ray and Shoup for many years and ended his career as a database analyst and consultant for the state of Illinois, retiring in 2008. Lee enjoyed spending his time gardening, raising animals, attending St. Louis Cardinals games, and spring training in Florida, PORTA wrestling meets, and spending time with his friends and family.
He is survived by his wife, Pamela; his daughter and son-in-law, Theresa and Chad Blair of St. Louis; daughter and son-in-law, Nicole and Patrick (Todd) Compardo of Murphysboro; son and daughter-in-law, Peter and Joy Bultmann of Winnebago; son and daughter-in-law, George and Samantha Bultmann of Geneva; son and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Sarah Bultmann of Lithia, Fla.; daughter and son-in-law, Michaelene and Kevin O'Halloran of Lockport; daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Bryan Riske of South Elgin; son, Benjamin Bultmann, and fiancé, Hayley Buehnerkemper of Maryville; son, John Bultmann, attending Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary in Denton, Neb.; daughter, Clare Bultmann, and son, Jake Bultmann, both attending SIU-Edwardsville; 13 grandchildren; sister, Janice (Ronald "Buck") Evans of Hamel; brother, Frederick "Rick" (Claudia) Bultman of St. Peters, Mo., and his dog, Oliver.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 25, 2010, at Staab Funeral Home in Springfield.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2010, in Staab Funeral Home, with the Rev. David Hoefler officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Petersburg.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Lee's memory to PORTA Wrestling, 17651 Bluejay Road, Petersburg, IL 62675. For Mass intentions, consider making an offering to Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary, Attn: Donations Department, P.O. Box 147, Denton, NE 68339.
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Natalie Atherton
November 6, 2010
Leland was a very sweet and caring man and it runs through the veins of your whole family. I thouorulghy enjoyed taking care of Leland through his last months of life. My mother (Janna) and grandfather (Dr. Stratton) where very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your children.
Mike Turner
November 1, 2010
To the Bultmann Clan,
Your dad will be sorely missed well beyond the extent of your family - and what a wonderful family it is. If there is a room in heaven where a man can watch over his offspring, Lee Bultmann will never sleep! He was always kind and made me feel welcome. I already miss his smile and handshake. Your dad was a good man.
October 30, 2010
Dear Pam and family,
It is with great sadness to hear of Lee's death. He was a good friend and excellent employee. We enjoyed visiting with you at the LRS christmas parties. Our heartfelt sympathy for you at this time. May our God give you an extra measure of comfort. Caring and praying for you. Wally and Faith Pennington
Johnette Corrigan
October 27, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I worked with Lee at the Dept. of Public Aid. I will always remember how kind he was to everyone and how much he talked about his loving family. God Bless all of you. Johnette Corrigan
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October 26, 2010
Pam and family
So sorry to hear of Lee's passing. Our hearts go out to you. Please cherish all the memories in your heart, and somehow that may make the pain a little easier. Mark, Kolleen Yockey and family
October 25, 2010
Dear Pam and Family,
We are very sorry for your loss, our prayers are with you.
Love
Patrice,Brett and Michelle Speiser
Jason & Melissa Riske
October 25, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
October 25, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man.
Don and Debbie Shimkus
Kris Knous
October 25, 2010
Pam, George, Pete, Steve and family;
So sorry to hear the news. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Kris and Melissa Knous
October 25, 2010
Pam and family:
So sorry to hear of Lee's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may you find peace in all the wonderful memories.
Cathy Reichart
Mark & Sarah Pointer Family
October 25, 2010
Sincere condelescences for the Bultman family. It's hard, but time will heal and you shall understand he is home.
Lisa Gentry
October 25, 2010
Pam,Claire and family: So sorry to hear of Leland's passing. My thoughts are with you.
Roger Kennedy
October 25, 2010
Lee was a good man - quiet in word, kind in heart and strong in spirit. My heart and prayers for his family at their loss.
Sonia Magallon
October 25, 2010
Lee was a wonderful example of what a husband, father, friend, and servant of the Lord should be. He was a blessing to everyone he met. I will always remember how kind he was and the smile he always brought to my face. May his love and memory live on through his family forever. My deepest sympathy in your time of grief.
Keith & Jerri Lynn Baker
October 25, 2010
We offer you our deepest sympathy and you will be in our constant prayers through these days of grief.
Keith, Jerri Lynn and Aden Baker
Cousins to Buck & (Janice) Evans
Mark Heatherton & Karen Smith
October 25, 2010
Lee- You were one of the finest individuals I ever had the priviledge of being associated with. There was never a time you turned down a person for help. You were a role model for everyone who knew you and have left behind a multitude of friends who will honor you into eternity. Thanks for being there
Joy Bultmann
October 24, 2010
Lee,
You were a great father in law. You loved your family with everything. I am very lucky to have met Pete and be apart of your family. You will be deeply missed by everyone that you knew. You raised 11 great children who will live on through the great legacy that you left. My heart is sad because you are no longer with us. Knowing that you are not in pain anymore gives me some peace but I want you around for selfish reasons.
Thanks for all of the great memories!
Joy
Cindy McCurley
October 24, 2010
To the Bultmann Family,
In Lee you had the kindest man. I worked with Lee for many years and he always looked at the positive in things. He spoke so proudly of his family and I hope you will find comfort in knowing your husband/father was liked by many. In tough times remember this saying "Don't cry because I'm gone Smile because I was here"
My sincere condolences to each of you.
Cindy McCurley
HFS co-worker
Jim & Betty Thomas
October 24, 2010
Pam and Family;
We are so sorry to hear of Lee's passing and pray that he is today welcomed into the arms of our Lord. He was a true gentleman who touched the lives of many. It was an honor for us to have done business, worked closely with, and have been associated with Lee for the last 30 years.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Kelli Fisher
October 24, 2010
Mrs. Bultmann and Family;
My thoughts and prayers to all of you. May you find peace within your love and strength as a family.
You gave him a great gift and fulfilled one of his last request which was to be at home with his family, friends and Oliver- that is a gift!
Take Care
Kelli Fisher
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