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Arthur S. Tuttle Jr.

1936 - 2015

Arthur S. Tuttle Jr. obituary, 1936-2015, Durham, NH

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Arthur Tuttle Obituary

EAST LYME, Conn. – Arthur S. Tuttle Jr., of East Lyme passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 13, 2015 in Durham, N.H., with family.

He was born on November 21, 1936 in Concord N.H., the son of Arthur S Tuttle Sr. and Leona (Bassett) Tuttle.

He graduated from Weaver High School and attended the University of Hartford. Art was employed as a Health Physics Supervisor for many years at the Millstone Power Station in Waterford Conn., until his retirement.

Art had many hobbies and interests. He was a volunteer firefighter for the Wilson Fire Department, and a volunteer for the Special Olympics and The United Way. He served as Past Commander at the American Legion Post 128 in Niantic, CT. He also was the MERC (Millstone Employee Recreation Committee) President for many years.

He loved boating, model trains, lighthouses, ham radio, Disney world, camping, vacationing in Culebra and cruising with his family. Art was a dedicated fan of the Boston Red Sox and UConn basketball teams. He had a great sense of humor and loved to talk with people wherever he went. Arts friends are too numerous to list however, he loved them all. He especially loved his "Bella's family" including best friends Jeannie and Tommy in Durham, N.H., and special friend Barbara Moore.

He was predeceased by his loving wife Patricia of 54 years and his son Arthur S. Tuttle III. He is survived by his two daughters and their spouses, Wendy Lee and James Watts of Durham, N.H., and Kimberly and Kurt Gottschall of East Lyme Conn. He is also survived by his brother, Charles Tuttle and his sister in law Hilda Tuttle, three beloved grandchildren; Tyler, Gabrielle and Rigg, three nieces and three nephews, and his grand dog "Sampson."

SERVICES: Calling hours in Connecticut will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2015 from 12-2 p.m., at the Thomas L. Neilan and Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic, Conn.

Calling hours in New Hampshire will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 from 11 a.m., - 1 p.m., at the Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home, 77 Exeter St., Newmarket, N.H.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Red Cross at www.RedCross.Org/make-donation.

Visit www.kentandpelczarfh.com to sign an online guestbook.

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Published by Foster's Daily Democrat from Dec. 16 to Dec. 19, 2015.

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Wesley, Ann & Erik Clements

January 9, 2016

Arthur was a true gentleman and a great neighbor. We will miss his humor and friendship. We treasure his memory. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Jim Bates

December 22, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Tuttle during the Conn Yankee Decommissioning Project. Mr. Tuttle had an excellent attitude with regard to work and everyone that he encountered.He made our days there pleasant and productive.May the Lord receive you with open arms.

robert gregan

December 21, 2015

Uncle Art, was a lot fun we used to go swimming in Salmon brook.Many times we went to Mountain park and enjoyed the rides there.Rides on the Connecicut river and Wethersfield Cove.He always had smile and never a bad word about anyone.Art is a good man..Bob Gregan

Tammy

December 21, 2015

Art will always always be remembered by me. He was such a postive enjoyable person. He had a great sense of humor and easy to talk to. He is someone I will miss everyday!! Heaven has an angel!!!

Jim Shake

December 21, 2015

To Art's Family & Friends

It was a pleasure to have come to know Art many years ago through the American Legion in Niantic. Art had a great sense of humor and a great wit about him. I will fondly remember many conversations about UCONN Basketball and his days as a volunteer fireman in Wilson. My condolences go out to you all. God Bless you Art - go in peace.

Harry Haynes

December 19, 2015

Art was a good person, always bright and cheerful and ready to help. He will be missed.

December 19, 2015

I had the honor and privilege of knowing
Art Tuttle during my employment at Millstone.
Many of the Millstone employees remain
close to my heart in special memories, Art
has been a privilege, incredible, unforgetable, enthusiastic, energetic man to have known.

Very Respectfully

Helene Hunter

JIM PITKA

December 19, 2015

ART WAS ONE OF MY SUPERVISORS WHEN I WORKED AT MILLSTONE AND I HAVE TO SAY TILL THIS DAY THAT HE IS STILL ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOSSES I'VE EVER HAD !!! YES HE WAS THE BEST !!! MAY HE REST IN PEACE AND GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY !!!

Ron Sachatello

December 19, 2015

Art was a one of a kind person.

Art was always dedicated to serving in any capacity he could, and living life to the fullest.

In the song popularized by Frank Sinatra titled: "My Way" the lyrics explain that Mr. Sinatra was proud that he lived life his way.

Art Tuttle conducted his life in a similar fashion, and all that knew him benefited and enjoyed Art for his uniqueness, independence, and "his way".

Rest in peace Arthur.

Sharon Reagan

December 18, 2015

So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy.

Lisa White-Korth

December 18, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

David Fitts, Sr.

December 18, 2015

A great and sincere man who took his work seriously and could always make people laugh. You will be truly missed Art. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Marjorie Carson

December 17, 2015

We will miss you Uncle Art. You were the best uncle and I am so greatful for all the many experiences you gave me, including many skiing and sail boating trips. You were one of the sweetest men I have ever known. Love, Margie

Paul Mcnerney

December 17, 2015

My Condolences to Arts Family. I worked with Art since 1973. He will be missed.

Gary Stearns

December 17, 2015

Art was the first supervisor I worked for at Millstone 35 years ago, he was as we say here "The best!"

Ray and Doan Schleicher

December 17, 2015

I worked with Art at Millstone and often recall times shared with much joy. Art made the many hours shared at Millstone easier to take. Our prayers remain for you and your family during your time of sorrow. May many memories of a life shared lift your hearts at this time. God bless you and your family.

Joe Franks

December 17, 2015

My fondest memory of Art was as our softball team coach. We went to the state tournament one year.

Michael Hodges

December 16, 2015

Very sorry to hear Art is no longer with us; please accept my deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. I worked with Art many years ago and I am still very appreciative for all he did while running the employee recreation committee for many years. He was well liked by all and got around so much we nicknamed him the "Mayor of Millstone."

Barbara Thomas

December 16, 2015

So sorry to here of Art's passing. He sure was a character. Remembering lots of times while he was next door at Onnie's house In East Lyme, ct. He will be sadly missed by all.
May he rest in peace

Barbara Thomas Flaherty

Steve Alligood

December 16, 2015

My condolences to the Tuttle family. Your father, also known as Mr. MERC, was a joy to work with at Millstone. He was well liked by everyone,and will be sadly missed by all. As a justice of the peace, he performed the marriage ceremony for my wife Jody and I, fifteen years ago. God bless you Art.

The Staff of Kent & Pelczar Funeral Home

December 16, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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