Lovell Pulliam Obituary (1939

Lovell Fredrick Pulliam, 87, of Chenoa, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his immediate family on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Lovell was born on March 19, 1939, to John and Gwendolyn (Dempsey) Pulliam. He grew up alongside his brother, Jerry, and sisters, Dixie and Gwenda. A man of many talents, Lovell earned certification as an Aviation Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic and dedicated much of his life to farming and aviation. He was a private pilot, an accomplished aviation mechanic, and a self-made engineer who could seemingly fix or engineer anything he set his mind to. Whether working on machinery, aircraft, or solving everyday problems, Lovell's ingenuity and determination were unmatched. Lovell proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Army. In his spare time, he enjoyed metal detecting and pursuing his lifelong passion for aviation. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Helen Marie Pulliam; his sons, William (Bill) Pulliam and his wife, Dawn, and Robert (Bob) Pulliam and his wife, Pam; and his cherished grandchildren, Garrett, Tammara, Hannah, and Quincy. Lovell was preceded in death by his daughter, Rose Marie Pulliam; his father, John Pulliam; and his mother, Gwendolyn Pulliam (Dempsey). Lovell will be remembered as "the Flying Farmer" and as the man who could fix anything. His knowledge, resourcefulness, and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 12pm to 4pm, @ Thacker Air Field Hangar (11LL), 25899 E 3000 North Road, Chenoa, IL 61716. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor and remember Lovell's remarkable life and legacy. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by his family, friends, and all whose lives he touched.