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Diana Luzzi
October 1, 2009
Dear Tutela Family,
I'm sorry this condolence is late.
I just heard of Dr. Tutelas passing and was very upset. He was a wonderful man.
I had a breast reduction in 1995 and never for got him. He was a wonderful, caring, gentle man, who truly cared about you. I always spoke highly of him and will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John Reynolds
May 5, 2009
Dr. Rocco was truly a man for all seasons and a gentleman. I would always joke with him about his golfing skills and "hole in one" at Rock Spring Country Club. I just learned of his passing. I extend my sympathy to the Tutela family. I will miss him greatly.
May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
Marsha Mitchell
April 8, 2009
Dear Mrs. Tutela and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I am very blessed to have been a patient of Dr. Tutela. Dr. Tutela was a kindhearted doctor, that always took out the time to explain and answer any and all questions you may had. He will be truly missed . Lean on God, He will always be there.
Diana Hoover
January 15, 2009
I am truly saddened by the death of my doctor and friend, Dr. Rocco Tutela. I worked with him for over 23 years at Columbus Hospital and when I required breast reconstruction. there is nobody else that I would have had perform my surgery. I only found out about his passing on January 13th and I wish to express my sincere condolonces to Franca and family. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Dr. Tutela was a true gentleman, skilled surgeon and kind person. God bless you all! You now have a guardian angel watching over you.
Diana Hoover - Medical Staff Office at Columbus Hospital
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Richard Peck
January 10, 2009
To the Tutela family,
It is with our deepest sympathy that I write this condolence. Rocco was a friend first as well as a mentor for myself.I know this is a tough time for everyone but know this that Rocco truly made a difference in this world and did make it a better place. God Bless Dr. Richard Peck and Family
Stacey Martin (Mcilroy)
January 7, 2009
To the Tutela Family,
While in college, I was a waitress at Rock Spring Club and truly enjoyed being in Dr. Tutela's company as he always treated everyone with respect. He also performed my breast reduction surgery. I was only supposed to be in the hospital 2 days, but Dr. Tutela let me stay for a week because I was in so much pain. He would come in my room each morning with a big smile, ask me how I was feeling, then say, "ok dear, why don't you stay another day and get some rest, I'll check on you in the morning". Such a warm and caring man. I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
J E J
January 7, 2009
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Tutela family. I worked at Columbus Hospital, and he would always make me laugh when ever they called him down for a case in the ER. He was a very dedicated man.
J E Blanchard
January 5, 2009
To the Tutela Family
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Dr. Tutela was a very wonderful surgeon and a compassionate man. He performed surgery on my sister who had breast cancer and thru that difficult time, he was very patient and understanding. He will be missed and leaves an outstanding legacy. He touched so many lives and we'll miss him. -- The Burford and Blanchard Families
patricia Innamorato/Valente
January 5, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Dr. Tutela was a wonderful Doctor., I will never forget him or his dad who delivered me., My father took me to him when I was 16 years old and said my nose needed a little fixing up, I am now 46 years old and I still get complimented on my beautiful nose.
When my Dad got sick 16 years ago,
my family and I did'nt know what to do., we called Dr. Tutela., He took time and helped us find the right doctors to go to.
He was truly a wonderful Doctor who will never be forgotten.
Ivette Altamirano
January 5, 2009
Dear Tutela Family:
Dr. Tutela was my doctor over seven years ago. I'll never forget the day I was scheduled for surgery. It was his first day back from his knee surgery. All the sudden the entire operating room staff at Columbus Hospital came out of rooms and hallways to acknowledge his return. Their were cheers and tears of happiness for such a GREAT and COMPASSIONATE human being. This man saw all kinds of people with love and compassion. God bless his family for having him in their lives. Your memories of him together will keep him alive in your hearts. My prayers are with you and him in heaven next to our Heavenly Father.
Alan Goldfeder
January 5, 2009
To all the Tutelas,
I first met Rocco over 30 years ago while we were both relatively young doctors in the surgical suite at The St. James Hospital. What stands out in my mind as a first and lasting impression is that Rocco was a gentleman and obviously full of compassion.
Arthur, you also have those qualities and I hope that this difficult time is kind to both you and your family.
Michele Cappetta
January 4, 2009
Dear Mrs. Tutela and Family,
I am saddened by the passing of your loving husband and father. Doctor Tutela was my plastic surgeon 10 years ago when I was diagnosed with breast cancer and went through a mastectomy and reconstruction. He was wonderful, caring and gentle and made my journey easier than I could imagine. I know his patients loved him and you can count me among them them.
Steven Tutela
January 4, 2009
Dear Aunt Franca, Arthur, Joelle, Kristy Jo, Rocco and John Paul:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have been reflecting on many joyous memories from our past family gatherings. Uncle Rocco's accomplishments and his impact on his community will surely live on forever. I have missed you all during my stay in Florida.
Love, Steve
Pamela Rettino Korecky
January 4, 2009
Dear Franca, Lena and Family:
I was so saddened to hear of Rocco's passing. I spent the beginning of his career and my adulthood with the three of you (and Arthur Sr., of course) as we all worked to get his practice up and running. You have been in my memory for all these years. I can't begin to tell you how often I have thought of you all. You helped form a lot of who I am today. I thank you for those memories and I wish you much love and comfort.
selina cipolla
January 3, 2009
Franca, kids and Lena my deepest
sympathy - Doc was an amazing
individual. I am sure he will be sadly
missed by everyone. My prayers and
thoughts are with all of you.
Margherita Grimes
January 3, 2009
Mrs Tutela, Arthur and family,
I worked with Dr. Tutela for many years at the St. Barnabas outpatient surgery center, L&B room. He always had a smile and he always had on great cologne. No matter how late he was for my room, he always had time to ask me how I was doing. Always a gentleman with a kind word, never saw him get mad. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
allan feldman
January 2, 2009
Dear Franca, Art, Joelle, Rocco Jr.,Kristi Jo, and John Paul.
Susan & I and our family are so saddened, and would like to express our deepest condolences to all of you. "Big Roc" was truly a very special person, a good friend, and a wonderful human being. May God bless you
Sincerely,
Al
Maribeth Santillo
January 2, 2009
Dear Franca and Family...
Words can not express my sincere condolences to you and your family. I worked with Rocco for many years at Columbus Hospital. He was a genuine, caring, devoted husband, father, physician and friend. He always made us laugh and spoiled the staff with buns and doughnuts every Friday morning! My prayers and thoughts go out to all of you.
Tom Becker
January 2, 2009
To the Tutela Family, My prayers go out to you for the loss of a great, great man. He touched so many lives;caring,kind and reassuring. He beamed at the mention of his family (an office photo-ski trip) and was so humble. Everyone I ever met who knew him: staff, patients,friends - smiled at the mention of his name. He made you feel so special. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Andrew Graulich
January 1, 2009
I dealt with Dr Tutela professionally in which he treated and or evaluated clients who were injured and left with scars.He and staff were always accessible friendly and frankly he was so good I had clients settle claims before the Dr eradicated or bettered scars since he was so good.
When I recieved a letter from the office I had hoped and prayed he would get better but then I recieved letter only on 12/23/.
My prayers and condolences are with the Dr family and office for your loss.
Mary and Larry Brady
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca and Family,
We were so very sorry to hear about Rocco. He was a Prince of a Man and a wonderful friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Juliano Family
January 1, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the Tutela family. A very compassionate person who helped many people less fortunate then him. He will be missed by all.
Rosemarie D'Andrea (Gambrino)
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca and family
The loss of some one dear is devistating. Rocky Boy will always live in our hearts.Our thoughts are with all of his family.
One of your Mouseketeers
Cousin Ro
Beth Powell Turner
January 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your familly.
Mike Talucci
January 1, 2009
As a member of the Columbus Hospital Pharmacy Department for over 30 years I am truly saddened by the passing of my friend Dr. Tutela. I also had the pleasure of working with his father Arthur for many years--another true gentleman. Both were wonderful physicians who treated us in the pharmacy with respect as equal health care partners. The time spent with Rocco paled in comparison to my Aunt Concetta who on a regular basis was his nurse at the Columbus Hospital outpatient Pre/Post-Op surgery area. She is equally saddened by his passing. We collectively wish his family our heartfelt condolences.
Larry Raymond
January 1, 2009
To My old Friend Rocky Boy !!!!
May God Bless You & Your Great Family.We Had Great Time`s Together With Bubby in Nwk.!!!
My Family visited you in Italy
You Dating Franca & Your Dreams !!
Bill & Maureen Orsi
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca and Family,
We are so sorry to learn about Rocco. We will miss him a lot!! He was such a good man with a great sense of humor. When we would play golf at the Rock Spring Club, win or lose, he always had a great way of making everyone feel really good!! I (Bill) will always remember him fondly as a good friend and close Club member! Because of our friendship, I will miss him dearly. Our thoughts are with you, Franca, in this time of mourning!
Bill & Maureen Orsi (Ellicott City, MD.)
Marilyn Kress
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca..My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.I was a patient over 20 years and Dr. Tutela was the most sincere wonderful and caring person. A special man who will be greatly missed. Marilyn Kress
Linda Berlin
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca & Family
So Sorry to hear of your loss. Dr Tutela was one of the most kind, caring and devoted individual that I have met. He will be missed.
Salim al-Rashid
January 1, 2009
It truly saddens me to know that such a great spirit has left this earth, Rocco was one of the Greatest men I have ever known and through his example and that of his father, he has insured his legacy through his children (finer children are hard to find) I worked with Dr. Tutela at Columbus Hospital for most of my adult life, and can not name a better human being than this Man! He and his wife treated me with the utmost kindness and respect. So long friend and I only wish that Franca finds comfort in knowing that they are both loved.
Alvina Ostrowski
January 1, 2009
Dear Franca,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dr. Tutela was such a wonderful person.
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