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Wayne M. Tuttle
SPRINGFIELD - Wayne M. Tuttle, 73, of Springfield, died Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, at Arizona Regional Medical Center, Apache Junction, Ariz.
Wayne was born May 5, 1939, in Petersburg, Ill., the son of King Leberyl and Grace Ellen Tuttle. He married Mary Lou Rath on April 3, 1960, in Springfield, Ill.
Wayne was a graduate of Petersburg High School. He was employed by Fiat-Allis Mfg. Company for 27 years until the plant closed; he worked for Springfield School District #186 for 3 years, later working and retiring from the Secretary of State of IL with 15 years.
Wayne was a member of Cherry Hills Baptist Church in Springfield and an Associate member of Crossroads Southern Baptist Church in Apache Junction, Ariz. He served as an usher, was a member of the Kingdom Builders Sunday School Class in both churches, volunteered at Washington Street Mission and was involved in Prison Ministry in Ariz. and Ill. He coached and managed Khoury League baseball and Boys Club basketball teams for several years, was a member of Teamsters 916 and UAW 1027 and wintered eight years in Apache Junction, Ariz.
Wayne dearly loved his family, was always helping others, loved gospel music and giving out gospel tracts, was a die-hard Cub fan, and a friend to many people.
He was preceded in death by an infant son, Steven Wayne; his parents; one sister, Joy; and several brothers-in-law.
Surviving are his wife, Mary Lou; daughter, Karen (Michael) Firmin; son, Mark (Debbie) Tuttle; six grandchildren, Ruthie and Sarah Firmin, Kevin, Amanda, Kendra Tuttle, and Mary Perry; and three great-grand-daughters, Alexis, Ma-kayla and Kenisha. He is also survived by four brothers, King (Shirley) Tuttle, Glenn (Helen) Tuttle, both of Greenview, Howard (Linda) Tuttle, David (Deby) Tuttle, both of Springfield; five sisters, Betty (James) Kin-ney of Salvisa, Ky., Margaret Hopkins of Ft. Col-lins, Colo., Bonnie (Ted) Mann of Edina, Mo., Ger-aldine Karrick of Linn Creek, Mo., and Linda (Kennie) Walker of Apache Junction, Ariz; two aunts, Erma Sturm and Marilyn LaMaster; and many nieces and nephews.
Cremation was accorded by Allen Funeral Home prior to memorial services held at Crossroads Southern Baptist Church, Apache Junction, Ariz, before returning to Ill.
Memorial Gathering: Family will receive friends from 9-11 a.m., Mar. 8, 2013, at Cherry Hills Baptist Church, 2125 Woodside Rd, Springfield, where a Memorial Service will follow at 11 a.m.
Memorials may be made to Cherry Hills Baptist Church Building Fund, or Washington Street Mission, 408 N 5th St, Springfield, 62702, or to donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Tuttle
LuAnn Snedigar/Schmitz
March 10, 2013
Karen and your family. I hope all is going well. I do miss you and your family
Martha Platt
March 8, 2013
Mary Lou and family
I was sadden to see the passing of Wayne. May God give you strength through this time of grief!! Thinking of you and prayers for you and your family
March 7, 2013
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
MAY THE PEACE THAT COMES FROM YOUR JOYFUL MEMORIES COMFORT YOU NOW AND IN THE DAY AHEAD.
RESPECTFULLY,
VILLAGE OF SOUTHERN VIEW
Ann Stone
March 6, 2013
I've admired Wayne for years and will always remember his joyful attitude when we would meet up at the hospital. My sincere prayers for all of his family. God Bless, Ann Stone
March 6, 2013
Mary Lou and family: Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your wonderful memories of Wayne help to sustain you during this difficult time.
The Eggleston Family
March 5, 2013
Mark, Debbie and Tuttle family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our family met your parents at Connie and Gary's and always enjoyed the fellowship we had. May God bless your family now and always.
Toni Schmitz
March 5, 2013
I am so very sorry Mary Lou to hear of Wayne's passing. It is so hard to lose a life long partner. Know that I am thinking of you in this difficult time and send my deepest sympathies. May happy memories of your life together bring you comfort.
Carol Fleck
March 4, 2013
Marylou , Karen , Mark and all the grandchildren , we are sad to hear of Wayne's passing , will keep you all in our hearts and prayers . Im in Indianapolis this week , but Cliff plans to come to his memorial service . The Lord hold you near and comfort your hearts with His nearness .
March 4, 2013
Mary Lou, I'm so sorry to hear about Wayne. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers. Gerry Bloomquist in Apache Junction
Carolyn (Williams) Kelley
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou, and family, so sad to hear of Waynes passing. I will remember him as a Godly family man. Hold all your memories close in your heart, no one can take them away. You all are our prayers. GOD will take care of you.
Joyce Broman
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou and family, Harry and I were shocked to hear of Wayne's sudden passing. He was a great man and will be missed. We remember all the fun at Rancho Mirage with you guys. Keep in touch. Love, Harry and Joyce
allen turley
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou, Karen, Mark,
We are saddened to hear of your loss, please accept our sincerest condolences. i have many fond memories of the old days on Carman Ave. in Southern View, and sharing rides to school.
Respectfully,
allen turley
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou and family - May God be with you at this time in your lives. May His arms give you His Strength and Peace.
Frank & Carolyn Voelker
Deanna Clark
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou,
So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. May God be with you during this difficult time and your memories bring you happy thoughts and laughter as time passes.
In friendship and sympathy,
Deanna Clark
Doris Higdon
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou and family. Remember you guys coming to the shows at the New Salem Country Opry. Sorry for your loss.
Mary Jo Haven
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou and family,
When I think of Wayne, I always think of what a good man he was. All of us cousins had so many important things growing up: love, faith, and family. Wayne is treasured by all of us and will be missed.
Bob Dunbar
March 3, 2013
I was sorry to see of Waynes passing,I will say a prayer for him
Dave & Bonnie Books
March 3, 2013
Mary Lou & Family,
Was so shocked to see Waynes passing in the SJ-R. We are so sorry for your loss. We are in Texas & won't be able to be there but you are in our thoughts & prayers. God's blessings to all of you.
Mary Jane (Thomson) Jackson
March 3, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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