R. Floyd Tuttle

R. Floyd Tuttle 1930 ~ 2006 R. Floyd Tuttle, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on February 9, 2006. He was born April 1, 1930 in Springville, Utah to Francis Lamar Tuttle and Zola Otteson. Born on April Fool's Day, Floyd had a positive attitude and a fun loving sense of humor. He served an LDS Mission in the East Central States and upon his return, two weeks later, he married his high school sweetheart, Merilyn Johnson in the Salt Lake Temple. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Floyd loved the Lord, his family and serving others. Church service was the hallmark of Floyd's life. He served in many church callings, among them, Bishop of the Mapleton 2nd Ward, an early morning Seminary Teacher, Bishop of the Sandy Young Adult Branch, Stake Presidency Member, and Full Time Missionary with wife, Merilyn. His home was characterized by an open door, especially for his grandchildren who knew that in a pinch Grandpa would help them anytime day or night - sometimes in his P.J.'s. His concern throughout his life, and even during his battle with cancer, was for his sweetheart Merilyn, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who will miss his fun loving personality, support, love, and his chocolate malts. He was preceded in death by his son, David Tuttle (Debbie). Survived by his wife, Merilyn Johnson Tuttle and children: Robert Tuttle (Barbara), Cheryl Burke (Jerry), Marla Macdonald (Bob), LuAnn Samuelian (Mike), and John Tuttle. He is also survived by his brother, Bill Tuttle, his sister, Theora Boulton, 28 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. There will be a viewing held Sunday, February 12, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Wheeler Mortuary, 211 E. 200 S., Springville, Utah. Funeral services will be held Monday, February 13, 2006 at 11 a.m. in the Mapleton White Church, 31 West Maple Street, Mapleton where there will be a viewing held one hour prior to the services. Condolences may be sent at www.wheelermortuary.com