Linda Tuttle Obituary

Linda Kay Tuttle

Linda Kay Tuttle, 74, of Findlay, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Monday, February 16, 2026. Born in Bellefontaine, June 16, 1951, to the late Raymond D. and Shirley Y. (Van Buskirk) Hoylman. Linda was a 1969 graduate of Liberty-Benton High School. She married her high school sweetheart, Marvin "Marv" D. Tuttle, November 22, 1969, and they enjoyed 53 wonderful years together before he passed away April 13, 2023. They were blessed with three children, Mathew D. (Jennifer) Tuttle, Melissa C. (Matt) Lenhart and Marcus D. (Athena) Tuttle. Linda is also survived by her beloved grandchildren, Kendra (Ian) Moser, Clayton (Olivia) Lenhart, Bryce (Haley) Tuttle, Alexa (Seth) Deitering, Mason Tuttle, Aubrey Lenhart, Gabriella Tuttle, and Teegan Tuttle; great-grandchildren, Lucy Tuttle, Otto Lenhart, Samuel Moser, Hattie Tuttle, and Pierson Deitering; and a sister, Kathy (Doug) Saul.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Katelyn Tuttle.

Linda worked for many years at Ag Credit where she developed many long-time friendships. She also served as president of Hancock Soil and Water Conservation District and served on the board of the State Soil and Water Conservation District. She was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Church of Benton Ridge, where she served in various capacities and loved the Lord. She was also a former member of Powell United Methodist Church. She served on the Central Committee of the Hancock County Republican Party and was a poll worker for the Hancock County Board of Elections. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, Marv. She was also very involved with Ag Credit Dairy Feeder program at the Hancock County Fair. Linda was also a member of Quilting Club and enjoyed Bible Study. She was an excellent baker, and was known for making wedding and birthday cakes for over 50 years, but most of all, Linda radiated pride whenever she talked about her family. She loved them deeply and wholeheartedly, attending numerous activities and sporting events over the years.

Visitation will be from 1-5 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026, at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay. Funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2026, at Good Shepherd Church of Benton Ridge, where additional visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of service. Pastor Richard Hiltibran will officiate. Burial will follow at Benton Ridge Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in memory of Linda to CF Foundation, Michigan/N.W. Ohio Chapter, Good Shepherd Church of Benton Ridge or American Cancer Society.

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