In Memory

David Robert Bullock

David Robert Bullock


 

David R. Bullock Sr. 75, passed away on Thursday, May 5, 2022, after a long illness at Slate Valley Center in Granville, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 24, 1947, in Troy, NY to Charles Bullock and Helen Gallery Bullock. 

David was a graduate of Troy High School class of 1965. He earned his associates degree from Maria College in 1988 and his bachelor's degree from Regents College in 1993. David loved his country and proudly served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1973 as a Machinist Mate E6. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War. Additionally, David served in the United States Army National Guard from 1973 to 1976 as a Staff Sargent E6. 

From 1970 until 1972 he was an officer with Metropolitan Police of Washington DC. David was employed at the Watervliet Arsenal starting as a rotary forge operator and retiring in 1995 as a Supervisory Industrial Specialist. He received special commendations from the Department of the Army and the Department of Defense for his work. 

David was an avid gun and motorcycle enthusiast. He was a lifetime member of the NRA and served as a firearms instructor. David was a longtime member of the Watervliet Fish and Game Club. He was also a member of the Blue Knights Chapter 8 and the Goldwing Road Riders Association. In the 1980's, David served on the Cohoes Catholic School Board. 

David was the devoted husband of nine years to Christine Zampino Bullock. The joy of his life was his family, especially his grandchildren. David always looked forward to spending time with them, specifically cooking with them. David always enjoyed making pizzas and cookies with his little helpers. 

In addition to his wife Christine, David is survived by his three children David R. Bullock II (Jude Miller) of Grand Island, NY; Danielle Guild (Craig) of Cohoes, NY and Timothy P. Bullock (Charlene Dake Fessia) of Ballston Spa, NY; grandchildren Erin, Blake, Jenna, and Noah; siblings Diana Edwards (Ralph) of Troy, NY and Charlene Parker (Darryl) of Saratoga Springs, NY; several nieces and nephews; and many friends including his lifelong friend Edward Kennedy of Bennington, VT. David was predeceased by Barbara J. Sweeney Bullock, his loving wife of 37 years. 

David's family would like to thank the wonderful nursing staff at Slate Valley Center for their excellent care and support. 

Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours on Wednesday, May 11, from 4pm-7pm at Armer Funeral Home, Inc., 39 East High Street, Ballston Spa. Funeral services will be held 10:30am Thursday, May 12 at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of David may be made to VCHC, Attention: Vet House, 20 Prospect Street, Suite 313, Ballston Spa, NY 12020.