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Ernest William "Bill" Tuttle II

1947 - 2012

Ernest William "Bill" Tuttle II obituary, 1947-2012, Niceville, FL

BORN

1947

DIED

2012

Ernest Tuttle Obituary

Retired U.S. Air Force Maj. Ernest William (Wild Bill) Tuttle II, of Niceville, Fla., went to be with his Lord on Nov. 14, 2012. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Julia (Rockholt); daughter, LaNelle T., her husband Sean E. Bradley; three grandchildren, Clayton, 17, Hunter, 13, Julia Lynn, 10; his brother, John E. Tuttle; sister, Amanda Marrioneaux; sister, Renee Allen; and brother, E. W. Tuttle III. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest W. Tuttle and Hilda (Broussard) Tuttle; and son, Jeremy Oliver Tuttle.
Bill was born in Memphis, Tenn., married in Baton Rouge and has been a resident of his favorite town, Niceville, since 1993. He served his country proudly for 26 1/2 years and was a decorated Vietnam Vet. Bill and Julia traveled the world during their tour of duty visiting many countries including Korea, Egypt, Guam and several states. Bill graduated from Louisiana State University in 1978 and was an avid LSU sports fan.
He was a member of local Playground Corvette Club, President of the EAA Chapter 108 Hanger Mates for the past 10 years, Emerald Coast Parrot Heads and Fort Walton Beach River Rats. One of Bill's most loved duties was being our "Dawling" for the Fort Walton Beach Mardi Gras Club for the last 14 years.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Heritage Gardens Funeral Home, 2201 N. Partin Drive, Niceville, FL. Funeral services will begin at 1 p.m., Saturday, at the funeral home. Interment with military honors will be in Heritage Gardens Cemetery. You may express condolences to the family and sign the guestbook at www.heritagegardensfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in care of Heritage Gardens Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to his favorite charities, Wounded Warriors, Seats4Soldiers.org, PAWS, RUFF, or SOCKS.

Published by Northwest Florida Daily News on Nov. 16, 2012.
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Bill, my friend, may you find clear air for flying and smooth highways for riding and forever more nothing but the best of this world! You have left a legacy that is hard to match!!
Your friend,
Jay Tuttle

Jay Tuttle

November 26, 2012

Julia, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. We were so sad to hear of Bill's passing. We will always remember our good times with the two of you in all the Corvette Club activities, especially the trip to Bowling Green. Bill was a good man and a dear friend and will be missed by many people. Love, Bob & Annette

Bob & Annette Thompson

November 24, 2012

Julia:
I didn't know you but Bill told me some. Please accept my sincerest thoughts and condolences in your time of sorrow and need. Although not real close I am very close because of name, high school (Bel Air) and I was born and raised in El Paso. Also, ex-military and currently reside in Okla. City. Please excuse the dumb message on the phone, I did not know of his death at the time. Please email me sometime soon, [email protected], or call me if you want at 405-590-9590.
Again, God Bless you and the kids and relatives. My prayers are with you.
Jay Tuttle

Jay Tuttle

November 20, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. Bill lived up the street from me in El Paso, and we went to Bel Air High School together. He was a great friend
my prayers are with you

Marilyn Lefler Miller

November 18, 2012

Dominic and I just heard of Bill's passing. Though it has been too many yrs since we got together, we fondly remember the good times had with you both. may the Lord bless and help you through these hard days.

Diane/Dominic Palumbo

November 18, 2012

Dear Julia and Family,
We are truly saddened and shocked to hear of Bill's passing. Our thoughts are with all of you, he will be missed terribly.

Sue and Jim Davis

November 17, 2012

It was a great pleasure to have known Bill his fun and joy for life was contagious..he wil be dearly missed by many. Joe and Brandy Rice

November 17, 2012

My sincere condolence goes out to your family with the loss of your dear loved one. May the God of all comfort grant you peace during the days to come.

November 17, 2012

Julia, we are thinking of you and your family. We are in Europe and unable to attend the service but our hearts are with you.
Karen & denny

November 17, 2012

Will miss a very good friend.

Wayne Thompson

November 16, 2012

Bill, it was always such a delight to be in your presence because you had a smile for everyone. Your absence will be profoundly felt by many. Jennifer Conger, Manassas, VA

November 16, 2012

What a great loss to all of us! Bill you will be missed by many. Thank you for the many laughs, for being brave enough to wear the many wonderful costumes, for always being the first one to help when needed and for making the best marqarita ever! Your time on this earth was way to short but I am glad I had the opportunity to share a small portion of it with you. May God Bless your family and give them strength at this difficult time. You were truly an inspiration to many, a great family man and a joy to be around. You will be missed!

Cheryl Maness

November 16, 2012

Bill was truly a wonderful man. Always a smile on his face. He will be missed by all.

Cindy Cook

November 16, 2012

We will miss you Bill. Gods Speed!

Tim Swanson

November 16, 2012

Julia,with heavy hearts, Tim and I have taken you and your family before the Lord for comfort. We Love you, and please know that you and Bill have blessed our life and the lives of so many. He had the best painted beard of them all. Bill, save us a place! Love you, Tim and Cindy Swanson

Cindy Swanson

November 16, 2012

Julia,

Sam and I are just in shock....Not sure how we can make the car show without Bill and all that LSU poop! Will see you tomorrow. PS I hope you know how to drive the bucket.

Deb Roberts

November 16, 2012

Godspeed to Bill in his journey to heaven. Our most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family Julia

Janice Rogers and Michelle Espinoza

November 16, 2012

Julia our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at your time of need.

Jimmy & Patty Sheppard

November 16, 2012

Julia, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. RIP sweet Bill you will be missed.

Julie Comley

November 16, 2012

RIP Bill, you will be missed by many.

Nancy Joles

November 16, 2012

It was an honor knowing you Bill. You will be missed by all, RIP.

Jim and Tucker McPherson

November 16, 2012

Julia and LaNelle
Our prayers,thoughts and Love is with you both. After 20 years my brother is gone. Anything we can do call. GEAUX TIGERS LOVE YOU

November 16, 2012

Julia our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at your time of need.

Kathy Grimes

November 16, 2012

RIP Bill.

Ann White

November 15, 2012

To a great guy. RIP Bill. You will be missed dearly.

Ann White

November 15, 2012

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