Joseph Coleman Tullos Jr.

The most creative and generous soul transitioned to the next dimension on November 10, 2020. Joseph Coleman Tullos Jr., aka Joe, JT, Jo-Jo, son, brother, dad, and husband loved life to the fullest, so much so that when he reached the end of this life, he had no bucket list. Joe was born in New Orleans to Cathy and Joe Sr., who were middle school sweethearts and models of true love. Joe met his soulmate, Andrea in high school. Their love spanned 40 years and created three beautiful children that they raised in Louisiana and North Carolina. Joe was one of a long line of Tullos and Cahill descendants. His immediate and extended family were very important to his creative development and they individually supported all his passions, from early magic shows in the backyard (where he actually made a rabbit disappear), to his musical career, his time as a restauranteur, financial/budget analyst, photographer, home designer, and most important: All Time Master of Space, Time, and Dimension. Vibrant and charismatic, Joe never met a stranger. When you were in Joe's presence, he made you believe you were the only person in the room. He made sure everyone knew their importance in his life and the greater universe. An amazing friend, Joe focused love and attention on both his childhood friends and new friends he collected to the end. If you knew Joe, you know he had a costume change for every occasion. King's costumes, kilts, and bunny suits were considered everyday attire. He leaves behind a considerable hat collection and a jacket for any event. Family time and traditions were important to Joe. Karaoke on holidays with the family, riding in the Krewe of Thoth with his brothers-in-law, and Christmas caroling aka ""Krank caroling"" in Hillsborough were all a must for Joe. Joe's grand gestures are legendary. He surprised Andrea with a baby grand piano for her birthday, which he snuck into the home. Joe also designed and built their North Carolina home to create a life-long memory of love for his family and those he invited to join (and join they did). An invitation to dine at the Tullos home was a gift indeed. He planned every detail and created lasting memories for all of our Tullos clan! He was a musical visionary and created a songbook of his life for all of us to share, depicting all of the characters and life experiences that he encountered. Every note and poem was a reflection of the love and honor that he held for all humankind. Most recently, Joe was inducted into the Louisiana Music Commission Hall of Fame for his contributions to the Louisiana music industry. In Joe Tullos fashion, he lived every moment to the fullest. In his last few months, Joe and his partners in music mastered his legacy at the Dauphine house studio. Members of bands from all 45 years arrived by plane, truck, and taxi to blend a musical masterpiece with Joe. The love that outpoured during those sessions was nothing short of magical. But even a larger than life human such as Joe would someday have to leave for the next dimension. When he was diagnosed, his ""dance card"" became so full that there would never be enough minutes, hours, or days to satisfy the love from all his friends, family, and admirers. He leaves behind his musical muse and soulmate, Andrea Tullos, his daughter, Justine Tullos and her husband, Trevor Tullos, his son, Cole Tullos (aka Joseph Coleman Tullos III), and his daughter, Jolie Tullos, who are all truly the best of their dad with their creativity, musical talent, charisma, and comedic genius. Joe is survived by his parents, Joseph Tullos and Catherine Tullos, sisters, Sara Tullos Graziano (Anthony) and Mary Tullos McMahon, brother, Keith Tullos (Lisa), nieces and nephews, Andrew Graziano (who is Joe's godson), Candice McMahon Kaushagen, Joseph Stefanchik, Christopher and Jessica McMahon, Cailin and Sean Connell, Christina McMahon, Connor McMahon, Catherine McMahon, Zachry Tullos, and Cody Tullos. He is also survived by great-nieces and great-nephews, Zion and Judah Kaushagen, Stella Stefanchick, Edith Connell, Caleb Tullos, Kayson Tullos, Bently Tullos, and Aurora Tullos. Preceding him in death is his most beloved maternal grandfather, ""Pappa"" John Charles Cahill, maternal grandmother, Sara Christina Cahill, paternal grandfather, Jesse Dewey Tullos, paternal grandmother, Mildred Audrey Gober Tullos Lorenzo, and brother-in-law Peter Guy McMahon. Forever the Rockstar, Joe filled his days to the end with music, friends, food, adventure, and family. We will miss him until we join him to celebrate in the next dimension. A private graveside service will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joe's name to the Pancreatic Action Network at PanCan.org. An online guestbook is available at www.LeitzEaganFuneralHome.com.