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Retha Luttrell Obituary
September 14, 1941 February 28, 2024
Retha Lee (Stiles) Luttrell was born on September 14, 1941 in Hoyt, Oklahoma and passed away peacefully at home in Bakersfield, California on February 28, 2024 at the age of 82.
Retha spent most of her life in Bakersfield together with her husband Gene, raising their two sons. She enjoyed many years working at Papagallo women's boutique alongside her close friends. Retha also shared many great times on the tennis courts with friends and family.
Retha was preceded in death by her husband Gene Luttrell to whom she was married for 59 years, sister Wy and brother Sam. She is survived by her two sons Darin (Michelle) Luttrell, and Mark (Stacie) Luttrell, 5 grandchildren Kelsi, Lindsy and Chase Luttrell, Kolby (Micaela) Halley, Callie Luttrell, 3 great-granddaughters, brother Chuck Stiles and nephew Bryan Mickey.
A special thank you to Retha's devoted caregivers whose kindness and loving dedication were so very much appreciated; Ashley Demena, Elsa Aguda, Anita Espejo, Elizabeth Lozano and Breanna Salazar.
There will be no services per Retha's request.
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Meg and Dad
March 14, 2024
Retha was a part of all of our lives for many years. She always brought joy and humor for all of us. She was a strong leader at Pappagallo and a great friend. We will miss her and I know she´s helping run the show up in heaven
Mom would miss her greatly right now and would be heartbroken. Big hugs and love to she and her family. We will all miss her
Love Dad and Meg (daughter of Nancy)
Vicki Morris
March 12, 2024
I was blessed to have met Retha in 1972, when I became the Fourth Grade teacher of her son Darin. My ongoing gift and relationship with Retha continued with Mark also being my student. My memory of Retha was that of her love and devotion to her sons, her friendly, happy demeanor, as well as her energetic willingness to help with my class. Retha was a warm, loving lady and a privilege to know. My heart goes out to Darin and Mark in the loss of their precious mother.
With much love and sympathy,
Vicki Ryan Morris
Van Horn School - Fourth Grade
Meg
March 12, 2024
Retha was a kind and happy gal. Wonderful to be around. Will miss her
Mary Weaver
March 10, 2024
I was blessed to work with Retha at Pappagallo for 25 years. What a wonderful person and good friend! She taught me a lot. She will always be in my heart.
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