Obituary for
Richard J. Pullman
Richard J. Pullman
"Rich" Age 87 Peacefully passed away on March 11, 2017 at Villa Franciscan Rehabilitation Center in Joliet. As a lifelong Joliet resident, he was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and the Cathedral of St. Raymond in Joliet, where Rich and his wife Kay were married on September 30, 1950.
Preceded in death by his parents Frank and Emma (nee Koestner) Pullman, his son Thomas F. (Lisa) Pullman and his brother Frank R. Pullman.
Survived by his cherished, loving wife of 66 years Kathleen T. "Kay" (nee Lamping) Pullman, his beloved children Linda (late Jack) Romberg, Susan Mejia, Richard M. (Mary), Carol (late William) Plankar, 13 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Also survived by his sister-in-law Dorothy Pullman,brother and sister-in-law Dan and Marge Lamping and numerous nieces and nephews.
Rich was a graduate of Joliet Township High School and Joliet Junior College. He was employed by General Motors Acceptance Corporation in Joliet for 35 years and held numerous managerial positions. Rich retired as credit manager in 1985 and enjoyed many leisurely years. He is a former member of the Knights of Columbus, Moran Athletic Club and Northwest Recreation Club. Rich was a very accomplished golfer and a life-long Chicago Cubs fan.
Per Rich's wishes, Cremation Rites have been accorded. A Memorial Mass to celebrate Rich's life will be held at the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus, 604 N. Raynor Avenue Joliet Illinois, on Saturday April 8, 2017 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation in the Church vestibule from 9:00 A.M. until the time of the services at 10:00 A.M.
