Ellis Tuttle, age 87, of Willard, Ohio, passed away at his home on Monday, April 23, 2018. He was born March 17, 1931 in Minnie, Kentucky to the late Henry and Daisy (King) Tuttle. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Ellis was a plant supervisor for Sheller Globe, owned Main Street Gulf, and then later became owner and operator of Hunter's Haven, in Willard. He was an active member of the Willard United Baptist Church in Willard. Ellis enjoyed traveling, hunting, and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Cristina (Manacap) Tuttle; 2 daughters, Sandy (Bob) Kennard of Attica, Teresa (Jeff) Stoller of Willard; 4 grandchildren, April Horne (Jim), Zachary Stoller, Kurt Echelberry, Lauren Stoller; 2 great grandchildren, Austin and Luke Horne.
Ellis was preceded in death by his first wife, Isabel (Daniels) Tuttle; his parents; 6 brothers, Buck, Carl, Burton, Orville, Wayne, and Holly Tuttle; and a sister, Artie May Tuttle.
Friends may gather at the Secor Funeral Home in Willard on Thursday, April 26, 2018 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM and 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be Friday, April 27, 2018 at 11:00 AM at Willard United Baptist Church in Willard with Rev. Danny Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow in Maple Grove Cemetery, New Haven. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Michael Tuttle - Nov 2, 2023
Ellis. My uncle. My man.
Jan Lindsey - Apr 29, 2018
Christy, Sandy, Teresa, So sorry to hear of Ellis passing, he will truly be missed, such a kind, friendly and wonderful person. He will now be in peace and may God surround all of you with his peace, love, and blessings.
David Dalton Sr - Apr 27, 2018
Sandy an Teresa, Sorry to hear of the passing of Ellis, he will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Nancy and Reaford Jordan - Apr 27, 2018
Our heart and prayers go out to the Tuttle family. May God be with his family thru his passing. He will dearly be missed
Wendy Daniel - Apr 27, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to the Tuttle family as they go thru this sad time. May your memories bring you peace.
David, Sheila, Eric Tackett - Apr 27, 2018
Our families' friendships go back 60 years. Ellis was truly a remarkable man. He will be missed as he had many friends. May God's Comforting Spirit surround you all and give you peace. David, Sheila & Eric Tackett
Dianna Hamilton - Apr 26, 2018
Our hearts and prayers goes out to His precious wife Kristy, his two daughters Sandy,Bob Kennard and Teresa, Jeff Stoller And to all of his grandchildren and great grandchildren and to the many,many more that knew him.He will be missed at the Willard United Baptist Church.Love to this wonderful family.Remember We will see him again!!!
Linda Mosley Shorter - Apr 25, 2018
So sorry to hear of Ellis's passing. So many good memories of him and his first wife as my mom and dad were from the same places in Kentucky and were friends for many years. Prayers and Hugs to his family and friends. God Bless You and RIP Ellis
Pamela & Marie Lafferty - Apr 25, 2018
Sincere condolences to family. RIP old friend. Prayers
Sharon wicker Baugh - Apr 25, 2018
Sandi and Mick OBrien - Apr 25, 2018
Sandy, Teresa and Family
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My Dad (Johnie King) always spoke highly of him and loved working with him at Sheller Globe. You're in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless
Denise Deppen - Apr 25, 2018
Sandy,,,,so sorry to hear about Dad...Prayers for you and your family..
Denise Deppen - Apr 25, 2018
Sandy,,,,so sorry to hear about Dad...Prayers for you and your family..
Denise Deppen - Apr 25, 2018
Janet Hines - Apr 25, 2018
Sandy and family. Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Cherish all the memories you have made throughout the years.
Tania Weaver-Gomes - Apr 24, 2018
Teresa and Sandy, My sympathies for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Tania - Apr 24, 2018
Teresa and Sandy, My sympathies for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Brenda Cramer - Apr 24, 2018
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for God’s comfort.
Anna Bores - Apr 24, 2018
Sandy and Teresa, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. It saddens me as he was the last of the Tuttle brothers. Praying the Lord will comfort you all.
Beth Hicks and Matt Rosso - Apr 24, 2018
Offering the deepest sympathies to Teresa and the rest of the family. It was an honor knowing Ellis, and he was and remains a respected member of this community. He will be dearly missed.
Kenny Tuttle - Apr 24, 2018
Surely heartbroken here! Just wish we could have made one more trip to Kentucky!
Dale and Peggy (Reel) Humphrey - Apr 24, 2018
Sandy and Teresa, so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Sending hugs and keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Wicker - Apr 24, 2018
sorry for your loss .I knew Ellis for a long a time Coley knew him Better Than me .I will keep all of you guy's in my prayer's God Bless All.
Sue and John Guyton - Apr 24, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to Teresa and all
The family ! So sorry !
Hugs and prayers for all of you !
Love you guys !
