Keith Joseph Tuttle left us suddenly and unexpectedly in the early morning hours of Friday, April 3, 2015 in Phoenix, AZ. He was 36 years old. Keith was born October 31, 1978 in Gallup, NM. He was the eldest child, and only son, of Ken and Betty Tuttle of Phoenix, AZ. Keith was an extremely loving, dedicated husband and father, an intensely devoted son and brother, and the most loyal and most giving friend a person could ever have. Keith lived and grew up in the school district teachers’ housing of Fort Defiance, AZ, on the Navajo Nation, where he enjoyed life as one in a circle of best friends who would all become brothers, and who all remain in constant communication to this day, largely because of Keith. He was a 1997 graduate of Rehoboth Christian High School in Gallup, NM where he was a two sport athlete. He graduated with his degree from Arizona State University in 2005 and was the biggest Sun Devils fan that anyone knew. He was a fanatical sports and music enthusiast who loved tattoos, the outdoors, physical exercise and travel – he once circumnavigated the entire continental U.S. and drove the Alaskan coast in a single trip in his always sticker-laden Nissan Maxima. Keith had an infectious laugh, a radiant and sensitive personality, and a truly memorable sense of humor. Keith served in the United States Navy from 2006 – 2010 where he lived and was stationed in San Diego, CA. His most recent place of employment was Silicon Valley Bank, where he had worked since 2013. Keith is survived by his wife Elissa Keith-Tuttle and his seven children (4 sons and 3 daughters) – Ryne (7), Scarlett (4), Kaya (2), Kyle (9 months), Victoria (18), Christian (14), and Caleb (12); his mother and father, Ken and Betty Tuttle; his sister, Ellen Tuttle-Young; his brother-in-law, Bishop Tom Young; his four nephews – Zachary (9), Caleb (7), Levi (4) and Samuel (1); his circle of Fort Defiance brothers – Kahlil Gearon, Jason Franklin, Walter Mayher, Chad Farr, and Derrick Burbank, and all of their spouses, children, and parents; and countless other friends, relatives, and people who had the pleasure to encounter him. He will continually be loved and missed. Services for Keith Joseph Tuttle will be conducted by his brother-in-law Bishop Tom Young and held on Friday, April 10, 2015, at the LDS Church: 3920 N. 44th Place, Phoenix, AZ, 85018. The viewing will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by the funeral service from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Attendees will then be escorted to the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona in north Phoenix (23029 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85024) where Keith will be laid to rest. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.
Carlia
I’m so sorry to learn of Keith’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marjo
I am so sorry for your loss.
Bill and Penny Smith
So sorry to hear the news about Keith. God bless you all comfort you at this sad time
Bertha Denetdeel
It is sooo sad to hear of Keith’s passing, My son Dwindle Denetdeel was a good friend of Keith. He texted me this morning and said his childhood friend had passed away. I was sadden. He was a great kid. Like Keith, Dwindle grew up with him at the school housing. I remember, them playing video games through the weekend. Ahh. we are so sorry and we know he is upon us. We send our sincere condolence. Take care and God bless all the family members.
Marcus Franklin
I am truly sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man, brother and friend. I couldn’t say I knew Keith nearly as well as my brother, Jason, but I never saw Keith as anything less than another brother of ours. I’m also sorry that I can’t be there, and will not be there for the funeral, but I will be there with you in though. God bless, and my condolences.
Gustavo Garcia
I am truly sorry for the loss of such a great guy. Keith and I met when we both joined the text chat team at Bank of America. We became fast friends and hung out a few times always having a great time. He was a true spirit and always great to talk to. He was taken from all way too soon. My heart goes out to his family and his friends. This is a huge loss to them and the world. God bless his soul.
Mollie Harings (Smith)
I know words cannot remove the pain of your loss but my thoughts are with you all during this sorrowful time. It has been many years since I have seen Keith, but I have fond memories of him from our childhood days. He will be missed.
Donna Runyon
So sorry to read about the passing of Keith. My husband, DR. Joseph Runyon was physician to Ken and Elizabeth for may years. Keith received his first chiropractic adjustment from him. May you find peace in God’s grace.
Donna Runyon
Kaya Tuttle
My dad I don’t have any memories of him… but I know that he was a good guy:) He committed suicide He served in the navy and I have a picture of him on my wall in the living room… I feel good that he will always watch over me and that he is in a better place now…:) 🙁
Kaya Tuttle
And I know that God will always accept him… 🙂 ):
Scarlett Tuttle
my dad died when i was very young i don’t really remember him but i have one really good memory he came home from work and we were all on the couch he crouched down and we all ran over to hug him i didnt know my dad well but i can predict he was a very great man and a loving father
Deirdre (Stanek) Burton
Betty, I was searching for you and ran across this. My heart breaks for you and your family. Such a tragedy. It’s been so long since we connected. I’ll remember Keith and you all in my prayers.