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Edward J. Bullock

Passed 03/11/2023

Obituary For Edward J. Bullock

Edward John Bullock, fondly known as “Bampa” to his loved ones, passed from us on March 11th, 2023 at his home in Rockland, Massachusetts. Taken away from us all suddenly, at 70 years young, he will forever be remembered for his loving, caring, and carefree spirit.

Ed lived a personal life full of academic achievements and victories in track and field through his college years, but the most important aspect of his life was his daughter’s, Kelly Flynn, husband Bob Flynn, and Julie Cordero, husband Carlos Cordero, and his 5 grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, Andrew, Lily and Cody. He enjoyed every moment of watching his grandchildren grow up and participate in sports. Watching his oldest grandson, Michael, competing in the State Finals for track this winter and receiving multiple scholarships to college made him so proud and he would talk about it any chance he could. He would spend hours watching his granddaughter, Lily, practice her cheer routines on the trampoline and film and send all the videos to his loved ones to share his pride in her. He would never miss a football, baseball, or basketball game of Cody’s and loved to brag about his success. Although living in California, he would watch live streams of Christopher and Andrew’s football and basketball games and he made sure they knew how proud he was of them after each and every game. There is not a time where you wouldn’t see him at every highschool and youth sport game with a camera in his hand and a proud and supporting smile. His grandchildren were truly the reason he woke up with a smile on his face every day. He enjoyed spending time with companion of 15 years, Maureen Forknall, and enjoyed being Bampa to her granddaughter Leila who he loved greatly. He taught us all to love unconditionally.

Born to Marguerite and James Bullock, he was one of four siblings and is also survived by MaryAnne and Steve Ware; Tom and Leslie Bullock; Christine and Rick Dunn and many nieces and nephews.

The Family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate Edward’s life On Wednesday, March 15th from 5:00-7:00 pm at the Biggins Funeral Home, 135 Union Street, Rockland. A funeral mass will be held March 16th at 9:00 am at the Holy Family Church in Rockland. Burial will follow in the Holy Family Cemetery.

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03/17/2023

Mark Murphy

Ed was a dear friend. We spent our early twenties playing basketball, skiing and softball. Even though he was a kind and considerate soul, he was one of the most competitive people I ever met. That is probably why he was such a geat runner! I have a million happy memories from those years! His memory will be a blessing for everyone who knew him. Gone way too soon....
03/17/2023

Jan Delaney

I am so sorry to hear of Ed's passing that was so sudden and so devastating for all of you. I know he has left each of you with very special memories, and I hope you can all help each other cope with such a great loss I'm thinking of all of you. With love and sympathy, Jan/Janice Delaney
03/15/2023

Phil Jordan

Ed was a valued member of the SouthShore Hospital community. His compassion for our patients was always obvious has he provided support for our nurses and doctors. Ed is a true loss and we will miss him dearly. God bless Ed and his wonderful family.
03/15/2023

Michael Caron

Ed was truly one of a kind, he had the biggest heart of them all. The love he had for his family was like no other. I will cherish the memories we had together Ed till we meet again rest in sweetest peace ♥️
03/14/2023

Maureen Forknall

My soulmate, my rock, my best friend. Loving, kind, generous, with his funny, silly jokes he filled our lives. Thousand of pictures he had taken over the years. Bar Harbor vacations, birch trees, sunsets at the beach, Pond Meadow walks, daily talks, God, politics, sharing family pics and videos of the kids and grand kids, Christmas Eve dinners, summer breezes. The most loving family man will be greatly missed by all, but I have so many memories to treasure. He lived 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 The most loving, family man who will be greatly missed.
03/14/2023

Gene Baker

Ed was one of the friendliest guys I had the pleasure to hang with...Being a runner he was always up for some LSD...(Long Slow Distance). He was a contributor to the "Golden Rules" of Cement and I witnessed him putting down TWO triple cheesburger subs in one sitting...When we were in Framingham we would scoot around in his red Chevette and one day took a wild trip out to Shefield to surprise Billy G at his school. Ed never let us forget his favorite joke: Did you know beer makes you smart?...It made Bud-Wiser...Rest easy kid and I'll see you around campus someday.
03/14/2023

Bobbie Antinarelli

Ed was a prince of a guy. Totally devoted to his family and an unwavering support always. A sweet man with a kind and calm demeanor. He will be missed. Rest in peace dear Ed Bobbie
03/14/2023

Tina G

I worked with ED for at SouthShore Hospital. He was always kind, pleasant and happy. At Christmas time he would always give me an ornament which would always make me smile. But that's what ED did for me. My condolences to Ed's family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Tina G
03/14/2023

Rick Bigelow

I had the pleasure to work with Ed at South Shore Hospital. Always cheerful and willing to help. He talked everyday about his family and how proud he was of you all. I will miss him. My condolences to his family. Sincerely, Rick Bigelow.
03/13/2023

kim

I grew up with the Bullock family, and just wanted to share a special memory of the good guy he was. I remember watching Ariel "the Disney movie" with Kelly and Julie and even though we were all rambunctious little girls singing loudly to Ariel, Ed was right there with us, just smiling and being positive and an interactive dad. His eyes just said it, 'he was in the moment.' He was very present and even as a little girl i remember thinking he was one of the "good guys". So I thank you Ed. It meant a lot to me to have a positive and genuine person in the neighborhood. May you rest in peace
03/13/2023

Cheryl Dunn

Any time I saw Ed he was always so kind friendly and humble. I am so sorry at the loss of Ed . My condolences to all his family. Cheryl Dunn
03/13/2023

Dave Stewart

I knew Ed as a runner at Westfield State College in the early 70's. He was a full time member at the track teams annual gathering on Cape Cod, hosted by Dennis and Sue. I saw him there on Labor Day weekend. He was a good kind of man with a great sense of humor. I did not attend the reunions but i am glad I did last summer. Frank Shorter said "Because running fast is more fun than running slow." Ed ran the race, he finished the course - well done!
03/13/2023

Ann Penney

So sorry about Ed's sudden passing. I remember him as a very kind man. Ann and Tim Penney

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xo, Steve & Mary Anne planted 5 trees in memory of Edward J. Bullock . - March 18, 2023
Maureen & Leila Forknall planted 5 trees in memory of Edward J. Bullock . - March 14, 2023
Steve Donnelly planted 5 trees in memory of Edward J. Bullock . - March 14, 2023