Billy N. Hulse

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Obituary

Bill Hulse

81, a resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away December 4, 2010 at the V.A. Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, He was born May 24, 1929 in Prairie Grove the son of William and Icie Nora Tate Hulse.

Bill attended the New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church of Prairie Grove. He served in the Korean War as a Medic. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion and D.A.V. He volunteered at the V.A. Hospital for several years;

He was preceded in death by his wife Millie Hulse, two brothers Cecil Hulse, Lee Hulse, two sisters, Marjorie Brady, Mary Tribble and a grandson Richard Hawkins.

Survivors include one son, Roger Hulse and wife Carol of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; one daughter, Charolette Hawkins and husband Paul of Fayetteville, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Kenny Hulse, Kasey Taylor, and Billy Hawkins; five great grandchildren, Landyn Sales, Layne Hulse, Elizabeth Renee Hawkins, Owen Hawkins, and Ethan Hulse.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, December 8, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove.

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, December 9, 2010 - 10:00 A.M. at the New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church, Prairie Grove, Arkansas, with Glen Faulkner officiating, Burial will be in the Prairie Grove Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the American Legion Post #146 scholarship fund - P.O. Box 358 Prairie Grove, AR 72753

Honorary Pallbearers will be Dale Hulse, Delbert Hulse, Donnie Coleman, Kenny Hulse, Billy Hawkins, Owen Hawkins, Landyn Sales, Colton Hulse, Raymond Rush, Randy Baker, Burford Baker, American Legion, V.F.W., and D.A.V.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. The complete obituary may be viewed on the Luginbuel Web Page. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com

Funeral Service

Thursday, December 09, 2010
10:00 am

the New Sulphur Free Will Baptist Church - Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Visitation

Wednesday, December 08, 2010
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

the Luginbuel Funeral Home - Prairie Grove, Arkansas the family will be present.

Final Resting Place

Prairie Grove Cemetery

North, Row 59, Space 70

General

Date of Birth: May 24, 1929

Date of Death: Dec 4, 2010

Age: 81

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Bill was larger than life and a great supporter of Veterans of Foreign wars. He was of the best story tellers and I enjoyed sitting around and listen to them. The one thing I will never forget is he was the only family member that dorve me to the Bus station to be shipped off to Vietnam. I'll never forget that.

Dale Neighbors - Uncle

Roger and Carol I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He always had stories of the past.He was a real proud Grampa and Father. He always had good memories of his Family. He will be missed. Remember you have friends, We are here for you and Carol, if you need anything.

Leta Long - Friends

bill was a long time friend and a long time co-worker at bear brand hosiery

Joe Wilhite - Friend

Bill has known me since I was born-- He was a handful of jokes,Opinons, Etc... Well bill At least you you told everyone at work my name MOUTH hahahaha We will miss you dearly, May god be with your family in this time of need--Sorry Kenny & Kasey...

Elisha(peoples) Joe, Tyesha Barnes - Good Friend

It is with great sadness that I post here today. Prairie Grove has truly lost one of it's greastest citizen. There will never be a replacement for this very unique individual. There is not a graduating class in Prairie Grove's past 30-40 years who did not know the name Bill Hulse, Who did not hear his wonderful stories. He will truly be missed at graduation this year. When my youngest graduated in 2008 she was award an award from Bill and even then he knew who she was and who her grandfather was even though he pasted away almost 30 yrs ago. He told her your grandpa would have been so proud of you. That to this day is her fondest (most emotional) memory of her senior year. Bill has fought many battles and been a leader in this community and has represented the Veterans of Foreign Wars with pride and honor and diginity. There will never in our hearts be someone to take the place of Bill HUlse. Rest in peace most valued vet, you so deserve it. God be with his family help them through the days, weeks and months ahead. And I say to them THANK YOU so much for sharing this wonderful piece of your life with us, even though there are times we did not deserve it.

Debbie Dersam

We will all miss Uncle Bill. I will remember his sense of humor with great fondness. I'm glad I have so many mememories of him.

Ed, Vicki, And Blaze Waller - Great Niece

Roger and family I am so sorry to hear about Bill. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May god be with your family in this time of need.

Kari Ditmars - Friend

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Crystal Tyree Hamilton - Friend Of Family

Our profound love and sympathy go out to Roger and all Hulse family members. Bill was a great patriot who deeply loved our nation. He was a tireless worker to help out all vets and their families. May God bless and strenthen Bill's loved ones, and may they know that our Lord has a great and wonderul place for this good man. Russ, Rainy, and Luedell Kley

Russ & Rainy Laycox & Luedell Kley - Friend

Bill an I have been friends for many years. Worked together 12 years at Bear Brand We took a bunch of kids to Tulsa to appear on TV square dancing. He brought a flag to me when I lost my son. He will be missed. He loved Millie, his children and his country.

Sue Heisler - Friend

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a friend of my Dad and like my Dad so proud to be a Veteran. He will be missed.

Doris Hutchens - Friend

Roger&Carol&Family,we are so sorry to hear of your loss,you are in our thoughts&prayers!Bill&Cathy Rhodes

Bill&cathy Rhodes - Friend

I am a school counselor; that is where I met and worked with Mr. Hulse. I so admired this man for his approach to and enjoyment of life as well as his dedication to youth. Most people would just stay home if they felt the way he did lots of days. He will certainly be missed by many people. My thoughts and prayers will be with the family.

Emma Banks - Aquaintance

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this hard time.

Jackie Starr - Friend

My condolence's to the family. You are in my prayers in this difficult time.

Christie Barker

Roger, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I pray that God will surround you and your family with comfort, strength and peace during the days ahead. Brenda

Brenda Kendrick - Acquaintance Of Roger's

My prayers and blessing go out to you and your family.

Arlene Meltzer - Aquaintance

Bill was a great guy and always at programs at our school. He was a shining example for our students! We will miss him! He always had a smile and a word of encouragement for everyone he met! You all should be proud of the man he was! Your family will be in my prayers! Debbie Matney

Debbie Matney - Teacher At High School

Mr. Hulse helped us with so many blood drives and honors programs. If the student council held a blood drive at the high school, he was simply expected to be there or it wouldn't be official. I so enjoyed his sense of humor and his stories. I also greatly respect and am grateful for his service to this country and this community. May God Bless his family.

Stephanie Ceniceros - Pghs Student Council Sponsor

Roger and Family: We are so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much he enjoyed those little boys of yours and the fun times you all had. Hold tight to your memories and they will help you get through the tough times. Love you our dear friend. We are praying for you and your family.

Jim And Sherry Shrum And Family - Friends

Thinking of you all. Bill will missed by all Washington County Senior Centers. We could always count on him for our dances! So sorry for your loss.

Lori Proud-Springdale Senior Center - Friend

Uncle Bill was loved by everyone. When his brother Cecil (our grandfather) passed away, Bill told our daughter Amanda, he would be her "new" Great Grandpa. What a special man! Our thoughts and prayers are with the rest of the family. Dan & Caroline Temple

Dan & Caroline Temple - Nephew

We will keep you all in our prayers. Bill was so involved in our community and he will be greatly missed. His volunteer efforts will not go forgotten. I hope you are able to find comfort and peace. ~Andrea Foren, Chris Rasco, Madison Vinson, & Gary Foren.

Andrea Foren - Friend Of Family

Uncle Bill was a wonderful man. He was a great storyteller. He loved to share his pictures. We are so grateful to have had you in our lives. Much love Roger and Carol.

Aric And Stacee Barcellos - Great Uncle

Bill faithfully volunteered at the VA Medical Center for over 40 years. His service touched the lives Veterans, volunteers, and staff. His stories were memorable; especially the tales of Bill and Marvin Dobbs. We laughed so hard our sides would hurt. Bill will be missed. He was a true patriotic and knew the meaning of patriotism.

Kathy Chadima - Va Voluntary Service Family

Roger and Carol, I am so sorry for the loss. I know how proud you were of your Dad and I always enjoy seeing all of you at the family gatherings. I first knew who your Dad was from all the work he did with the American Legion ball teams, even before I married Vic. My younger cousin played. He has always been so good to dedicate his time to others. Your Dad was a very good man and will be missed. God bless you all, you are in my prayers, Peg

Peggy Sue Baker - Friend, Widow Of Vic

I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

Janet Caudle Moulden - Friend

Bill was a very unique, special person and Veteran. Those who knew him appreciated him and all he did for his family, his community, his country, and his fellow Veterans. In the past 41 years, he gave 8500 hours of service at the Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks. We can't thank him enough. Bill entered a quilt he made in the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival competition and won Second Place at the National Level; it was a proud moment for me to hang that medal around his neck and congratulate Bill for his fine work. The stories he told were special and will remain in my heart. Our VAVS thoughts are with your family; we will all miss him. Thank you for sharing Bill with us and giving us someone special in our lives.

Carol E Kick - Chief, Voluntary Svc Vhso

We remember Uncle Bill with great fondness and happy memories. He was a unique individual who loved life and loved living it to the fullest extent possible. He had the ability to tell stories like no other. My first real memory of him was when he came to Idaho as a very young man and lived with us one summer to help my Dad on his farm. That's when Uncle Bill began teasing us kids and he never stopped. My latest memory of him was when he came to visit us at our cabin in Idaho a few years ago where 14 family members had gathered for a week. He seemed to really enjoy it and was happy to sit around the campfire and relay his stories to his great nephews and their children. (I'd already heard most of the stories!)(ha) We are all proud of him for his dedicated volunteer work with the Veterans groups and for his service to this country. He will be missed!

Betty And Gary Leiser - Niece

I hope and pray that you and your family are comforted in this time of grief by the support of your many friends and family members. Blessings of strength and peace to your hearts.

Chaplain Melissa Brannan - Co-Worker Of Roger And Kasey

He will be misssed by a great many people.

Robert And Wanda Hasha - Related And Aquaintance

Roger, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm going to miss seeing your dad around town.

Tracy Rieff

I remember Mr. Hulse from the time I was old enough to remember anything else. He was a pillar in this community that will be greatly missed. The one thing I remember the most is that 95% of the time that you seen him he was doing something to benifit the community. Several of the nonprofit organizations in this coumminty would not be what they were without the help of Mr. Hulse. He will be greatly missed!

Tina Dersam James - Acquaintance

Bill was a great man, and will be missed by many.

Diane Smith Corey - Friend

I have know Bill Hulse my entire life. You can't think of PG without thinking of him. He will be missed. He was a great servant of the United States. God bless your family.

Carolyn K. Latta Bartholomew - Aquaintance