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Todd Tillman Obituary
Shreveport, LA - Todd Y. Tillman, 96, passed away on Saturday, January 19, 2013. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2013, at Osborn Funeral Home Chapel, officiating will be Ray Boswell. Interment will be at Forest Park Cemetery on St. Vincent Ave., with military graveside rites.
Todd Yarbrough Tillman was born in Bossier City, Louisiana on August 12, 1916. His Grandfather was T.M. Yarbrough, the third mayor of the Village of Bossier.
In 1937, he married Alma Rae Erskine. They had three children. Todd served active duty in the Army during WWII.
He and Rae were dedicated members of Highland and First Baptist Church. Todd was a Deacon Emeritus.
Todd was a partner in Tillman Auto Parts. He was also a respected educator. Todd received degrees from East Tennessee State University and the University of Florida. While at East Tennessee State University he was the director of the College of Business and Marketing. He also served as Acting Dean of the College of Business and was the Assistant to the Chancellor.
Todd Tillman was an absolute gentleman and a fine representation of his Heavenly Father. His family will miss him but rejoice that he is with his Creator.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Alma Rae Erskine Tillman; parents, Andrew D. and Trueheart Yarbrough Tillman; and brothers, Edwin, A. D., Cecil and Jack Tillman.
He is survived by two daughters, Annette T. May and husband, Fred, and Mary Katherine "Kitten" Daily and husband, Buddy; son, Ed Tillman and wife, Phyllis; seven grandchildren, Linda, Cindy, Karen, Katherine, Kelli, Collier and Todd; twenty-two great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
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Memories and Condolences
for Todd Tillman
Bill Murphy
January 24, 2013
Todd was a great friend and fellow member of WBCCI North Louisiana Unit
(Airstream Club). Emma and I attended many meetings and rallys with Todd and Rae.
Fred Krieg
January 24, 2013
What a wonderful colleague for so many years at LSUS. He was always the gentleman and I will always be thankful for his friendship and having the chance to work with him. God bless.
Kelsey Appleton
January 23, 2013
It is so great to hear all of these kind words about the kindest man that ever lived, thank you for that. Missing my sweet Grand Todd so very much.. and wishing I could be with all of my family in Louisiana!
Pat Covington
January 23, 2013
My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this time. Mr. Tilman was always a gentleman and so interesting to visit with. May your happy memories make you smile, your friends and family give you strength and your faith give you peace. God Bless
Vince and Carol Marsala
January 22, 2013
A wonderful father, friend, and teacher. A great asset to LSUS.
He will always be missed by those of us who were fortunate to know this kind and thoughtful person.
Dave Gustavson
January 22, 2013
My sympathy to Todd's family. I knew Todd from the time I joined the LSUS faculty in 1974. Todd was a true gentleman and a wonderful person.
Jackie Reed
January 22, 2013
A wonderful man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Ray and Suzanne Williams
January 22, 2013
We used to live on River Road and came to know your dad while taking walks in the neighborhood. He was such a fine man. We thought a lot of him and enjoyed conversations with him. We are sorry to hear of his passing and know that you will miss him. Our hearts go out to you.
William Hummer
January 22, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
January 22, 2013
So sorry bout your dad. Ed , Kit and Annette. Some wonderful memories at HBC with him. Liz Martin (Woodward).
For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud
January 22, 2013
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Todd Yarbrough Tillman our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Todd. And to Todd it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Army. Todd, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Todd's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Philip and Virginia Cook
January 22, 2013
Thinking of you and your family at this time. Your Dad and mine were such good friends.
January 22, 2013
Annette, Ed, and Kit~I'm so sorry to hear this, I know how you loved him and the void it will leave! A tempory 'goodbye'to us and an eternal beginning with his Savior and his beloved Aunt Rae! Love and prayers~Liz Spell
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