On Thursday, September 10, 2026, Richard Kenneth "Ken" Bullock, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, passed from this life into God's presence at the age of 84. He was born in Columbia, Mississippi to Lemon O. and Annie Pearl Bullock and was a graduate of Columbia High School and The University of Southern Mississippi. Known for his excellent work ethic, Ken's first business venture was KenChem that he ran for many years. In 1995, he started Country Creek RV in Columbia and moved to Hattiesburg in 2001 to expand his business. Ken enjoyed any outdoor activity and especially loved riding motorcycles, boating, and camping. He was a classic car enthusiast who was proud to show off his numerous antique cars at car shows and Cruisin' The Coast. His personal favorite was his '57 Chevy 2 Door Hardtop. Ken had a big personality, a great sense of humor, and was known for his innate ability tell the best stories in a most animated fashion. He never met a stranger, was incredibly generous, and was always willing to help anyone in need. If you knew Ken, you would know that he loved a good meal and especially enjoyed sharing the benefit of his cooking skills with gatherings of his family and friends. He was a grill master who could grill a steak better than you could find at any restaurant. His specialty dishes were his sauteed mushrooms and his tomato gravy and biscuits. Ken was a man of his word and a handshake meant more than a contract. He loved his family fiercely and his family acknowledges the many life lessons that he taught them, including the rewards of hard work and setting the example for his son to know how to adore his wife.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Justin Cox and a grandson, Mason Bullock. Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Tommie Ruth Cox Bullock; two daughters, Cami Cox and Tori Smith (Snuffy); a son Paul Bullock (Jenny); a sister, Beverly Davis; a brother, Jerry Bullock (Shirley); six grandchildren, Bradley Smith, Dylan Pittman (Bryce), Dane Bullock, Avery Bullock, Connor Bullock, and Ollie Bullock; and three great-grandchildren, Beckham Smith, Baker Pittman, and Mary Clayton Pittman.
There will be a funeral service to celebrate Ken's life at Colonial Funeral Home on Sunday, September 13, 2026, at 2:00pm. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00pm until service time. The funeral will be officiated by Reverend John Innabnit and Doctor Dean Register. Burial will follow in Woodlawn Cemetery assisted by Snuffy Smith, Bradley Smith, Paul Bullock, Dane Bullock, Bryce Pittman, and Jeremy Parker.
