Alex Paulsen Bullard Obituary, CORNELL, Ill. — Alex Paulsen Bullard, a 27-year-old agricultural professional from Odell, Illinois, died following an automobile accident near Cornell on June 10, 2021, according to his published obituary.
Bullard was born October 10, 1993, in Streator, Illinois, to Paul and Sharlene Bullard. He married Kellie Pilalis in June 2018, and at the time of his death, the couple had a two-year-old daughter and a seven-week-old son.
The full circumstances of the accident have not been established in the available information. Details regarding the vehicles involved, road conditions, possible contributing factors or whether any charges were filed were not provided in the published obituary.
Bullard built his professional life around agriculture after graduating from Illinois State University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business. He later worked as a farm manager and lead herdsman for Bullard Cattle Company, taking part in the family agricultural operation.
His work included involvement with Simmental and Charolais cattle. Bullard had also participated in 4-H and FFA, and his obituary described him as a dedicated worker who was passionate about his responsibilities in agriculture.
Outside of his career, Bullard had a background in athletics, competing in sports throughout his school years and playing collegiate baseball. He also enjoyed activities involving cars and motors, while his family remained an important part of his life.
Funeral services for Bullard were held June 15, 2021, at Christ Community Church in Gridley, Illinois. Burial followed at Cornell Cemetery, while visitation was held the previous evening at Ruestman-Harris Funeral Home in El Paso.
More than five years after his death, Alex Paulsen Bullard continues to be remembered through his family, his work in agriculture, his athletic interests and the communities in which he lived and contributed. His memory remains with those who knew and loved him.
