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1972
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Sheldon Tuten Obituary
Sheldon V. Tuten, 39, of Melbourne, passed away Saturday, May 14, 2011. Sheldon was born May 3, 1972 to Randall Tuten and Betty Nelson in Columbia, SC. In 1978 he and his family moved to Melbourne, FL and was raised in Brevard County.
Sheldon was employed as a truck driver but he was also known as a gifted guitarist, a well known mechanic, and a motorcycle enthusiast.
Sheldon is survived by Rachel, his wife of 5 years, who loved him with all her heart; and his daughter, Maddie, who he loved greatly; step daughter, Alysha Dunn; step-son, Joshua Dunn. He is also survived by his mother, Betty Tuten; brother, Galen Randell (Tina) Tuten; sister, Gretchen Tuten; nieces, Melissa and Morgan; and nephews, Matthew and Josh. He was predeceased by his father, Randell Tuten.
A visitation will be held Monday, May 23, 2011 at 3 pm to 4 pm with a funeral service to follow at Florida Memorial Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests a donation to be made to a fund in Madison Tuten's name.
The family would also like to thank all of those friends and neighbors for showing such generous support during this difficult time.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sheldon Tuten
Your loving wife
October 8, 2023
I thought you might like to see the beautiful little girl and the breathtaking young ladies she's become. We did good, huh? Yeah, I know, she's a spitting image of you and not just in looks either, but demeanor, attitude, intelligence and can go toe to toe with on any given day with her wit and sarcasm, you'd be so proud. She's all grown up now, Sheldon, she got married, moved to another state and she's a little homesick but she's doing great. As you know, Mike played a huge part in her life, I know you are as great full as I am for him stepping up when he didn't have too, and I would not have allowed ANY other man, as I know you wouldn't either, be that father figure she needed. Be sure to thank him. Anyways, as always, I love and miss you everyday, but today I thought you would like to see your baby girl.
Maddie
June 24, 2011
in addition to what maddie said, she'd like to add, Dad, I'll always remember how strong and protective you were for me, mommy,ally and joshua and how much i loved to fix things with you. ~Love, Maddie
maddie and daddy
Maddie Tuten
June 24, 2011
you taught me so many things before you left like how to ride a two wheeler and fly a kite and how to have fun. we got to spend a lot of time together and i am so thankful for that daddy. you are the best daddy ever, i will miss you and always love you, i will never forget you. your loving daughter Maddie
June 24, 2011
With our deepest sorrow & sympathy for your loss......
John Anderson
June 22, 2011
It's hard to say why any one person "gets along" with another person. My time with Sheldon was very limited but we became friends and quickly. I guess we had to because the time was so short even then... although neither of us knew it. I will miss him more than I can say. I will remember late night jams with amplifiers on 11, an amazing steak and an odd wisdom about life. I hope whatever pain he endured is over now. Rest my friend. I will keep the Tuten family in my prayers.
Mary Jo Huseman-Sunstone
May 24, 2011
Words cannot describe how sad I am for you all. My thoughts & prayers go out to you in this very difficult time. RIP dear ole friend...
May 23, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tuten family at this time of sorrow. We have known Sheldon since he was a little boy and our family will miss him. He was always there to help us whenever we needed him. God Bless.
Bud, Shirley Muzzy and family
Paul Berube
May 23, 2011
Dear Tuten family,
As you recall I grew up on Polk Street in Eau Gallie and remember fun times playing in the street with all three of the Tuten kids. Mr. Tuten worked at Dictaphone and was a good dad and of course Mrs. Tuten always fed me like one of her own. I was sorry to hear of the loss of Sheldon at such a young age.
May God fill the hole you must be feeling in your hearts.
Paul Berube
May 23, 2011
Sheldon, we are so sorry you had to leave while you were still so young. We will never forget all the really good music or the funniest jokes that were exchanged whenever BB Wolf took the stage. Rock on - we know you are in really good company as you continue to entertain.
Bobbi & Ryan Bozza, Melbourne,Florida & Chicago, Illinois
phyllis bolvin
May 23, 2011
so sorry to hear of your loss.my prayers are with the family.
Brandi Nowick
May 22, 2011
Sheldon & family is like my second family,he will be greatly missed & never forgotten. I will keep him in my prayers for you Mom & Maddie. I love all of you greatly.<3
Tom,Patti,Tyler Dunn
May 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rachel and Sheldon
Wife- Rachel Tuten
May 22, 2011
Maddie and I will always love you, we will miss you something awful. I feel you all around me and that comforts me. If love could have saved you- you would have never died. I will make sure Maddie never forgets you and just how much you truly loved her. Forever yours, Peaches
Wife-Rachel
May 22, 2011
Maddie and I will always love you, we will miss you something awful. I feel you all around me and that comforts me. If love could have saved you- you would have never died. I will make sure Maddie never forgets you and just how much you truly loved her. Forever yours, Peaches
Suz-Anne and Phoebe Vitek
May 21, 2011
Saddened to hear the news of a Sheldons passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family. May God be with you all and give you strenghth.
Doug & Stephanie Bailey
May 21, 2011
Sheldon, you will be greatly missed.
Kathleen Muzzy- Anspach
May 21, 2011
I was saddened by the news of your death. You were a very nice guy always willing to help a neighbor. I believe you are now watching over your family along side of your dad.
Ms Betty I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you,Galen and Gretchen and all of the family in my prayers.,,,,Kathleen Anspach(Muzzy)
Sean Paty
May 21, 2011
Hey Sheldon, I am saddened by the news of your passing. Many good memories from late nights at the Riley household.
Looking back, all I can remember are the good times! Your presence will be missed man!
My prayers and condolences go out to your family during this time of loss. May God provide the strength they need to work through this time of hurt now and forever.
Take care old friend.
Michelle Dunn
May 20, 2011
Sheldon, your special light will always shine, R.I.P. my friend
Robin Bozza
May 20, 2011
People do not die for us immediately, but remain bathed in a sort of aura of life which bears no relation to true immortality but through which they continue to occupy our thoughts in the same way as when they were alive. You will always be in my thoughts Sheldon
Bridget
May 19, 2011
You are a special person who holds a dear place in many hearts. My God bless those who love and miss you.
Tracie Desaulnier (Riley)
May 19, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Wil Heinly & Family
May 18, 2011
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
May 18, 2011
We can't tell you how sorry we are for Sheldon and your Family. We all wish things could be different.Donna,Steve,Rod, Matthew Vanderjagts Family
May 18, 2011
lewis king
Sheri Dixon-Henson
May 18, 2011
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
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