Mr. Thomas Walter Pullen

October 2, 1948 – June 6, 2025

Mr. Thomas Walter Pullen, age 76, of Mentone, Alabama, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at his residence. Walt was born on October 2, 1948 in Mentone, Alabama to Robert “Bill” Pullen & Grace Green Pullen.

He is survived by:

Wife: Gelane Nelson Pullen

Children: Josh Pullen, Laura (Donnie) O’Tinger, Rick (Debra) Bentley, & Karamie (Travis) Owens

Grandchildren: Katie (Jordan) Ford, Jazlyn Pullen, Kenny O’Tinger, Kaiden O’Tinger, Kionna-Lee O’Tinger, Bobby (Jessica) Bentley, Peyton Bentley, Parker Owens, Jackson Owens, & Ella Moon Owens

2 Great-Grandchildren

Siblings: Linda Pullen Burns, Ann (Steve) Bonner, Bob (Jan) Pullen, & Jasper Wagner

Special Uncle: Robert (Ilene) Green

Many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, & innumerable loved ones

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Bill & Grace Pullen

Sister: Kay Wagner

Wife: Peggy Tcherneshoff

Daughter: Debbie Bentley

Honorary Pallbearers: Wesley Pullen, John Jones, Robert Green, Jesse Crabtree, Chris Russell, Bob Crow, Jim Harris, J.J. Jenkins, Hershel Pruitt, Morris Pierce, & Mike Smith

A Special Thank You to Hospice Nurses Melisa Bailey, Audra King, & the many loved ones who have prayed and provided comfort and service during this time.

The family requests in lieu of flowers that donations be made to Bankhead Cemetery (P.O. Box 193 Mentone, AL 35984)

Visitation

Date of Visitation: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Visitation Location: Valley Head Baptist Church

Visitation Time: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM

Funeral

Date of Funeral: Memorial Service on Thursday, June 12, 2025

Funeral Location: Valley Head Baptist Church (265 Church St. Valley Head, AL 35989)

Funeral Time: 2:00 PM

Officiating: Bro. Randy Burns, Bro. Donnie O'Tinger, Pastor Michael Young, & Bro. Darrell Haney

Burial

Date of Burial: Thursday, June 12, 2025

Burial Location: Bankhead Cemetery with Military Honors

Share your condolences:

15 entries.

Philip pullen from Lewisburg tn wrote on June 14, 2025 at 3:22 pm

I met Walt doing photos for th rescue squad nice fellow,sorry to hear of his passing.

Martha Tcherneshoff from Fort Payne wrote on June 13, 2025 at 7:04 pm

There will never be another human as true, but quitely a son of God. In all of his ways you knew he was a christian, a funny one, but a great one. I will miss his smile and seeing him. I really felt like we were buddies!!

Carla Bryan from Fort Payne wrote on June 12, 2025 at 2:47 pm

I'm so sorry for the loss but so excited for the healing Walt received. And most of all knowing that you'll see him again one day. Love to you, Gelane.

Benny Goss from Mentone al wrote on June 12, 2025 at 1:09 am

Walter is a special man who I admire greatly for is positive outlook on life and a great work ethic. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I apologize to the family not being able to attend tomorrow but have an eye appointment in Chattanooga. May God minister to all of you.

Eddie Carter from Scottsboro wrote on June 9, 2025 at 2:02 pm

Walt and I worked together at VP Buildings. I never seen Walt angry, always was kind to everyone. He spoke of his family often and how much he loved them. I had asked about Walt a couple weeks ago. My friend will be missed by all that knew him. Prayers to the family.

Annie Dobbs from Valley Head, AL wrote on June 8, 2025 at 11:43 pm

To God be the glory! May heaven rejoice as this saint journeys to his heavenly home. Our hearts are heavy with sadness and he will be missed by so many. We were so blessed to call him friend. Hugs to the family and continued prayers to you all in this time of loss.

Dianne Bain from Henagar Alabama wrote on June 8, 2025 at 7:23 pm

So sorry my prayers are with the family

Angela Russell Nichols from Centre wrote on June 8, 2025 at 5:28 pm

Mr. Walt will be missed that is for sure! He always seemed to have a smile on his face.
I also remember back when he would doze off in service at Moon Lake Baptist.
Prayers for comfort for y’all.

glenda l eden from lyerly wrote on June 8, 2025 at 2:49 pm

may God be with you all

Rita Biddle-Wynn from Mentone wrote on June 8, 2025 at 1:11 pm

Walt was a great part of Mentone, & a wonderful friend. He will be sorely missed. Love & hugs to all his family.

Carol Coots from Cloudland wrote on June 8, 2025 at 11:40 am

Prayers and hugs to the family. He will be missed.

Brenda Smith from Mentone wrote on June 8, 2025 at 8:37 am

Walt was so good to my family when he could help. He was a great neighbor to our city and his work at Bankhead Cemetary will always be remembered. My deepest condolences and prayers to the Family's.

Mary Jo Crabtree from Mentone wrote on June 8, 2025 at 1:26 am

My sincere condolences to Walt's family. He was a man I had the good fortune to meet. Cutting grass at Bankhead or having a meal at MERF senior lunch, he was always a pleasure to be around.

Royal Bruckno from Florence wrote on June 8, 2025 at 1:06 am

I am so sorry to see that Walt passed away! He was a fine man, excellent neighbor. i always enjoyed chatting with him. We lived about a half mile apart. He was a friend. He will be missed!
M condolences to the family!

Danny Darwin from Sylvania wrote on June 7, 2025 at 7:33 pm

So sorry to hear this news. I worked with Walt for several years at Varco Pruden. Walt taught me a lot about my job and also a lot about life. He was such a good man and a great friend and mentor to me. He will be missed. Prayers to the family.