RICK TUTEN

Our deepest condolences to Rick's family. My brother and I knew him on and off the football field as team mates and friends at Forest High. He was an inspiration to his peers and a mentor to many. He never forgot his roots and when we would encounter each other in passing, he always took the time to catch up on each others lives and share a kind word. His benevolence, enduring character, wit and humor, honest, and most of his love will be missed. May he rest in peace and his spirit be a guide...

I never met him but my mom has told me the story about him rebecca ragans was my mom's cousin he was her favorite cousin

I'd like to say I was related to Rick tuten my last name is Frank my name is Frank tuten and I know he was my cousin and I'm proud of him and I'm sorry past I watched him throughout his career I'm in Tampa Florida all my family's from Perry Florida

As a former 'Cane myself, I had to good fortune to meet Rick during the '83 season and being a transplant to Ocala to teach, I took great pride in the fact that a fellow Ocalan was a member of the University of Miami Football Team. Rick was a nice young man and I wasn't that angry when he went to Florida State...just as long as it wasn't the Gators.

To his family I want to express my sincere regrets about the untimely passing of Rick. It is hard for me to understand why a young man of...

Rick was always a great friend to everyone, he was the most likable guy.He was always upbeat and could make anyone's day better. Many of us are lost without you around..I still cant believe you are gone.

Jennifer, I have been praying everyday for you since i heard the news about your husband. i pray for God's sweet hands on you that you will find peace and comfort i his love. i love you, Judy Withers

Rick's hard work to become a great punter was seen every weekend at the old FHS with him and his dad. It did not go unnoticed, he was an inspiration to my son (now an adult) about hard work. The last 11 years I saw what was really important to him. His love of his family. Rick and his wife, Jennifer, were constantly together going to support their kid's events. I will miss our local son, Bootin' Tuten!! Prayers for Jen and all of your kids.

My sweet 6th grader at Osceola in 1977. He was a great student . Love to his family..

The lives of the members of the Lewis family have been blessed by knowing Rick. We will be here for Jennifer and the children, always.
Love,
Sean, Kari, Matthew and Miller