John Tuttle Obituary
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John was preceded in death by his parents and older brother Mark. John is survived by his wife Karlene of 55 years, son Lance (Tammy), daughter Brooke (Chad), ten grandchildren Rylee, Carli, Cole, Caden, Remi, Hunter, Hudson, Halyn, Halle, Heidi, and sister Connie Parent (Rex).
A celebration of life for our beloved John will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 2:00pm, at the Melbourne Church of Christ, 810 Hollywood Boulevard. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Melbourne Church of Christ.
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Dennis Steuck
Yesterday
God bless you Karlene and your family in this time of sorrow. Some of the best times in my career in education was working with John at Bayside and opening Heritage with him.
Wanda Dixon
Yesterday
Wanda Dixon, Sorry for the lost of such a great person, and Boss at
Bayside High , my Condolence goes out to his beloved Family's ,he was such a great Person, he will be missed
Holly Yowler
Yesterday
So very sorry for your loss Karlene. Grateful you have family to love and share your life with- grandchildren are a blessing, we have two great grandsons now.
Kyle Tuttle
Yesterday
Very sorry for your loss.
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Phil Couey
Yesterday
May the good memories of the past and the great hope of the future give you peace and strength during these difficult days.
Patricia Stewart
Yesterday
Extremely sad to hear of Coach Tuttle´s passing. We attended all the Palm Bay High baseball games from 1983 to 1985. We were on the 1985 championship team. The love of family and friends will support your family in your time of grief.
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Charles Smith - Cocoa High Assistant Principal
July 17, 2025
Met John when he moved to Florida and I was Mid~Coast Basketball Booking Commissioner. I Booked him with me for a game at Titusville High. He was an excellent official. When I was an Administrator with the FHSAA I assigned him and Dick Martin to the Class 4-A Championship Game. To this day that was the "best" officiated game ever. Used him and Dick a couple of more times. He was a great guy and I thank God He allowed our paths to cross. RIP old friend.
Charles Smith
Amy Baglan
July 17, 2025
Karlene and family...I was so saddened to hear that Johnny had passed. He was one of the nicest people I have ever known. Nice...kind...funny...handsome...he was the whole package. Please know that all of you are deep in my heart and that I send love along with my most sincere condolences.
Eilen Moran
July 17, 2025
Sorry to hear about Mr Tuttle passing away. I know he used to be the principal at Bayside High School then became principal at Heritage High where my daughter attended all 4 years. Sending my condolensces to his family and friends. I am glad I had the opportunity to meet him during the time my daughter was at Heritage High
Cheryl Bogo
July 17, 2025
Karlene and Family,
Jim and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Johnny. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Cheryl Bogo
Michael Broud
July 17, 2025
Mr. Tuttle gave me my chance in public schools teaching in 2009. He made me feel like an immediate family member and mentored me through his last years of being the principal of Heritage High. Godspeed my friend!
Michael Broud
Michael Grande
July 17, 2025
Mr Tuttle visited Spessard Holland Golf Course all the time. He always made it a point to stop in and say hello to me. Always had a story or a joke. Never took things seriously. He was a joy to talk with and I always looked forward to his stories. I will miss you Mr Tuttle , Godspeed and bless your family. Michael Grande
Tyana Johnson
July 17, 2025
Mr. Tuttle was truly amazing. Not only a great leader, educator and principal, but a truly genuine and kind person.
I remember one of my last days at Bayside High School before graduation. I walked up to him and asked him if he could sign my yearbook. I didn´t even say my name and without missing a beat he took the yearbook and wrote me a very kind message and included my name.
I remember being extremely shocked because in a school with thousands of kids, he knew my name. And he spelled it right!
Make no mistake about it he inspired generations of kids and left an amazing legacy of strong leadership and kindness.
My condolences to his family.
Always,
Tyana Johnson
Bayside High School
Class of 2007
Doug Cook
July 17, 2025
I'm extremely sad to hear that John passed. May God bless his family during this difficult time.
David M. Piccolo
July 17, 2025
John was a good friend and encourager. Everything he did and said was covered in integrity. May God´s hand be on you as I know from our conversations you were a man of faith. David M. Piccolo, retired Area-2 Supt. Brevard County Schools.
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