Celebrating the life of
Henry Durant "Dee" Tullis, Jr.
December 12, 1931 - January 29, 2017
Henry Durant “Dee” Tullis, Jr, Savannah, Ga passed away in his home surrounded by his wife and children on Sunday morning January 29, 2017.
Want to make a shrimp net, build a home, make impressive cross stitch or simply play a great game of golf? Dee Tullis was always available for any of this and more, with a warm smile and tons of encouragement. Born in Savannah as the son of Henry D. Tullis, Sr and Lucille Moore Tullis, Dee was the definition of a “true” southern gentleman. After graduating from Savannah High school in 1950, Dee remained in Savannah for the remainder of his life except for a stint in the US Navy (1952-1955). Dee graduated from Armstrong State College in 1968 with a degree in Business Administration. Dee focused on family and church while working at Union Camp until he retired in 1992. Dee was a member of several golf communities in Savannah, including Savannah Golf seniors and Bacon Park seniors. However, Dee’s church affiliations with Bull Street Baptist church and Wilmington Island Baptist church were the foundation of his strong Christian faith.
Dee passed away at home surrounded by his wife and children. Dee is survived by his wife, Marilyn Steadwell Tullis, of 64 years and three children: Lynn Tullis Grabe (Hendrik) of Atlanta, T. Leigh Tullis of Savannah and Henry D. Tullis III (E’Lane) of Atlanta. He is also survived by three grandchildren: Jessica L Johnson of Savannah, Ens. Henry D. Tullis IV of Norfolk and Katherine R Tullis of Atlanta.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
The memorial service will be at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 2, 2017 at the Islands Chapel of Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private.
Dear Marilyn and family, I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to you during this time of grief. "Dee" always had a big smile on his face when he greeted me and I shall remember that . May God bless you and bring you peace.
- Louise Ferguson, Savannah, Ga
Dear Lynn, I am thinking of you and of your family with love and prayers; your daddy sounds like someone I would have loved knowing! It's a blessing to have such a father. Love and peace and family surround you, and ease the hurt of loss; rest in the memories and in the promises of God; and take care of yourself. Love from Diana
- Diana C. White, Chamblee , GA
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Leigh and Jessica I remember him as such a warm and wonderful man, Hold all those memories close to your heart. He will never be far away. God Bless.
- Sandy Dyess, Savannah, Ga
Dee was a big man with a big heart. Completely devoted to his Family. As each task or errand he gave me to do I was humbled by his wit and charm. Shaking his hand every afternoon he would say to me we'll see you tomorrow and thank you for caring for me today. A man full of life to the very end. Sincerely, Deon Radelmiller
- Deon Radelmiller, Savannah, Ga
Lynn, Leigh and Hank, My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
- Michael Parker, Richmond Hill, GA
Dear Marilyn and family, I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to you during this time of grief. "Dee" always had a big smile on his face when he greeted me and I shall remember that . May God bless you and bring you peace.
- Louise Ferguson, Savannah, Ga
Dear Lynn, I am thinking of you and of your family with love and prayers; your daddy sounds like someone I would have loved knowing! It's a blessing to have such a father. Love and peace and family surround you, and ease the hurt of loss; rest in the memories and in the promises of God; and take care of yourself. Love from Diana
- Diana C. White, Chamblee , GA
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Leigh and Jessica I remember him as such a warm and wonderful man, Hold all those memories close to your heart. He will never be far away. God Bless.
- Sandy Dyess, Savannah, Ga
Dee was a big man with a big heart. Completely devoted to his Family. As each task or errand he gave me to do I was humbled by his wit and charm. Shaking his hand every afternoon he would say to me we'll see you tomorrow and thank you for caring for me today. A man full of life to the very end. Sincerely, Deon Radelmiller
- Deon Radelmiller, Savannah, Ga
Lynn, Leigh and Hank, My thoughts and prays are with you and your family.
- Michael Parker, Richmond Hill, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
