Obituary of Gary Hulbert

Gary “Butch” Hulbert, 82, of East Durham, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Born in Catskill on July 14, 1942, he was a lifelong Durham resident and Army veteran. Gary served as the Town of Durham Supervisor from 2004-2011 and was the former owner of Family Video. 

Gary enjoyed his morning trips to get coffee at the Milk Run with his brothers and friends, loved watching NASCAR races and collecting NASCAR collectible cars. In his spare time, he loved to modify his cars and attend car shows. He especially loved Corvettes. 

He is survived by his wife Barbara Hulbert; sons, Shannon (Rhonda) Hulbert, Shane (Holly) Hulbert; siblings, Mert (Kathy) Hulbert, Adelaide (Phillip) Hulbert, Bernie (Cheryl) Hulbert and Loraine (Raymond) Pearsall; grandchildren, Melissa, Nicole, Shianne Hulbert, Hope and Felicity Caufield; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his brothers Wayne “Squeak” Hulbert and Glendon Jr. Hulbert. 

Gary's wishes were to be cremated with no funeral services. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gary’s memory to the veterans, or a charity of your choice.

Condolences may be posted at ajcunninghamfh.com.