Gary Allan Hulsey

Gary Allan Hulsey, born May 20, 1955, in Berwyn, Ill., to Theodore, Jr. and Dolores Hulsey, passed away Aug. 27, 2026, leaving behind a life filled with love, laughter, family, adventure and countless memories.
Hulsey went to school in Springfield, where he graduated from Glendale High School. On March 15, 1975, he married the love of his life, Teresa, in Illinois. Together, they raised their family and shared many wonderful years side by side.
Hulsey worked as a tool and die maker for General Electric in Springfield before retiring. He also served his community as a Battlefield firefighter, first responder, Water Rescue and Dive Team member, and city council member. He later continued helping others as a paramedic with St. John’s Ambulance Service and as a flight paramedic.
He enjoyed gadgets, motorcycles, water skiing, camping at Table Rock Lake, cheering on his favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs, and attending church at James River. 
Hulsey was preceded in death by his father, Theodore “Ted” Hulsey; his mother, Dolores Hulsey; his brother, Terry Hulsey; and his grandson, Avery. 
He is survived by his beloved wife, Teresa; his children, Lisa Holland (Sam) and Mike Hulsey (Kristin); three grandchildren, one great-granddaughter; and brothers, Robert, Jerry and David.
Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m., Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, at Greenlawn Funeral Home East. A celebration of life will begin at 11 a.m., in the funeral home. Inurnment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Springfield.
Care has been entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home East.