Marilyn Pulse Tuttle

February 1, 1935 – January 14, 2026

Marilyn P. Tuttle, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, in Harrisonburg, Virginia. She was born on February 1, 1935, in Chillicothe, Ohio.

Marilyn was a quirky, fun-loving, funny, intelligent, and deeply artistic woman who was friendly to all and known for her genuine warmth. She had a joyful spirit, a quick wit, and a flair for life—and she was always dressed to the nines, expressing her creativity and personality through her unmistakable style.

She graduated from The Ohio State University, earning her nursing degree, where she met the love of her life, Robert Tuttle. They were married for over 60 years until his passing on April 1, 2021. Together, they raised three children and built a life grounded in family, love, and shared purpose.

Throughout her life, Marilyn lived in Lake City, Florida; Brevard, North Carolina; and Harrisonburg, Virginia, forming lasting friendships wherever she went. Her artistic talents were a defining part of who she was. She enjoyed watercolor and acrylic painting, gourd making, and felting, earning a national award for her felting work—an accomplishment that reflected her creativity and dedication.

Marilyn was also a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), an affiliation she held in high esteem.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Tuttle, and her son, Thomas Tuttle.

She is survived by her son, Mark Tuttle (Janet); her daughter, Susan Gaynor (Ed); her grandchildren, Nick Tuttle (Jessica) and Megan Tuttle; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Dawson and Navy Tuttle. Marilyn took great joy in her family and loved watching each generation grow.

Marilyn will be remembered for her creativity, her laughter, her impeccable style, and the kindness she shared so freely. And perhaps the truest expression of her spirit was the way she liked to describe herself—the butterfly in Robert’s coffee—a touch of beauty, surprise, and joy that made ordinary moments brighter and life more colorful for all who were lucky enough to know her.