Brian J. Tutwiler

Date of Death: December 25, 2020

Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services

Tuesday 12/29, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

St. John Evangelist Orthodox Church

1501 Eighth Avenue

Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania 15010

Wednesday 12/30, 11:00 am

Oak Grove Cemetery Freedom

9th Street Extension

FREEDOM, PA 15042

Wednesday 12/30

Brian J. Tutwiler, 51 of Koppel, formerly of Monaca, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 from a courageous battle with cancer.

Raised in Monaca, Brian was the son of James and Catherine (Kalidonis) Tutwiler of Chippewa Township. He was a 1987 graduate of Monaca High School and attended Allegheny College and Indiana State University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Wrestling was Brian’s passion. He was known in the wrestling world as King Tut and was inducted in the Wrestling Hall of Fame Class of 2017. Brian was first employed at Allencrest and then spent over 20 years at YDC (Youth Development Center) in New Castle. He was currently employed as an Income Maintenance Case Worker at the Department of Welfare in Rochester.

He will be sadly missed by his three children, Stevie Rae Tutwiler, Cody A. Kassell, and Thomas James Tutwiler at home. His companion, Debbie DeChellis-Carlini, two sisters, Sheri (Don) Horinka and Anna Marie Tutwiler-Emler (Derrick), a nephew & godson, Ronnie (Johnie) Hall, additional nieces and nephews include, Kayla Marie Hall, Zachary Emler, Brooke Emler, Nicholas and Joseph Horinka, two great nieces, Payton and Parker Carroll, and his fur baby (beagle), Hatchet, and numerous good friends and several special neighbors.

Brian was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Friends will be received on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, followed by a Trisagion Service. Brian will lie in state on Wednesday from 10:00 am until the time of service at 11:00 am in St. John Evangelist Orthodox Church, 1501 Eighth Avenue, Beaver Falls. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Freedom.

The family would like to thanks the two Medic Rescue paramedics who arrived at Brian’s home on Christmas Day to transport him and for their extreme kindness and compassion.

“You fought the good fight. You finshed the race. You have kept the faith.”

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Brian J. Tutwiler, 51 of Koppel, formerly of Monaca, passed away on Friday, December 25, 2020 from a courageous battle with cancer. Raised in Monaca, Brian was the son of James and Catherine (Kalidonis) Tutwiler of Chippewa Township. He was a 1987 graduate of Monaca High School and attended Allegheny College and Indiana State UniversityContinue Reading

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Dear Anna and family, I’m so saddened and deeply sorry for the loss of your brother Brian. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. Love, Doreen

To the family of the late Mr. Brian J. Tutwiler. I worked with him at YDC & he was DEFINITELY a great man. Our last conversation through messages was on 12/20/20 & it was about faith. So I encourage you his family to hold to your faith & trust God, knowing that we do not mourn like those without hope. The bible teaches us to be absent from the body is to be present with our almighty God. Yes your (our) hearts are heavy but rest assured that Brian is resting safe is the arms of God. ❤❤❤

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. To the family, I pray that the peace of our Lord & savior Jesus Christ be with you on today & the days ahead. Rest assured knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with our Lord.

My condolences to Kayla and her family

I’m sorry for your loss of your son, brother and father. We will all miss him so much. Our lives will never be the same.

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I met Tut in Guyo's Gym, he was a big friendly guy that always seemed to be in a good mood. We became friends and I put him in many TV commercials over the years. He will be sadly missed we all loved Tut.. Here is a link to some of his commercials: https://vimeopro.com/rynopro/brian-tutwiler

Phylis and I were very saddened to hear of Brian's passing. We know how difficult it is for your family. Heather, Charity and Harper thought a lot of Brian as a friend, and the girls will remember him fondly. If there is anything we can do please do not hesitate to call.

My condolences to the family, I was a friend of Brian's 28 years ago & saw him before Covid hit. Was very sad to hear of his passing, rest in peace.

I am one of Debbie's close friends and although I never knew Brian, I felt like I did. She told me what a happy go lucky guy he was and how they enjoyed being with each other. She loved him so very much. I am thinking of you today Debbie, his son, daughter, parents and siblings and friends. I know that this man made a difference in peoples lives. He is now with his father in heaven and in all his glory. Amen

So sorry to hear about tut, he really enjoyed life. He will be missed . Please accept my condolences to the whole family. I’m Chris’s mom

I would like to wish the family my deepest condolences and my prayers go out to all of you in this very difficult time. Tut was a big guy with a kind heart. He will be missed. I remember playing football in his backyard as kids. I will never forget when he took the microphone at a pep assembly senior year and said all I want to do is MONACA! RIP Tut.

My condolences are extended to the Tutwiler family and friends. Brian was a friend, classmate, and teammate. He was a smart, gentle giant with a huge heart and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace my friend.

This doesn’t seem real to me, was hoping it was a nightmare but it’s not. You are no longer in pain now. I will miss those texts/calls from you my friend. It’s not goodbye, it’s see you soon. I love you Tut and I will miss you forever. 🙏🏻💙

my sympathy to Brian's family. He wo r ked with me at Allencrest, and was a very pleasant coworker and a true gentleman. RIP my friend.

My best friend for 41 years we will never get the big Angel always smiling & Zests for life.... The joy you brought everyone by being the big friendly teddy bear... I will see ya on the other side God borrowed you on Christmas Day & that’s because you are a special Angel. We will see each other one day on the other side of the clouds.... Thank you for a great times & a great life I couldn’t be where I am without my friend, my guardian, my big buddy thank you & I know your smiling still love you brother....

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, James McPherson lit a candle

Dear Stevie and Family,We were very sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved father. What a handsome and hard working gentleman he was! Please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Brian will be miss by so many. God gained another angel

Rip

Godspeed Tutty. You will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to Brian’s family. So sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to have known and worked with Tutty.

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In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Michele Mudrie lit a candle

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, DJ and Lisa Marovich lit a candle

Sorry for the family's loss.Brian was always nice person.use to see him at wrestling...going miss him..

Brian you will be missed. Thank you for all the memories and laughs

Good bye my sweet friend. I am so sad. We just talked one week ago. I prayed you had more time but you sounded tired. I know God had something wonderful waiting for you. As for me, I will miss you every day until I join you. I love you.

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Missy hallisey lit a candle

You will be missed and I will miss our talks. RIP Brian.

Extending my deepest sympathy to you during this time. My prayers and blessings are with you. Brian has been my best friend for 40+ years, I will never forget all the good times we have. He will always be in my heart.

I have fond memories growing up with Brian. A big guy with an extra big heart. He will be missed. Memory eternal big guy.

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My deepest sympathy for the loss of Brian. He always came into my office with a huge smile and caused me to smile too; he had such a big heart. Rest in peace.

My Sincerest Condolences to Brian and the Entire Family In this time I Knew Brian from Wrestling with him for Years He was Super Good to me I Loved him for Always being the Same Person to me Each time we were around one another I'll Miss you My Friend Love You Brother God Bless

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Robert & Sharon Cain lit a candle

My deepest condolences to the Tutwiler family Brian was a great person and friend. Rest in peace.

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Debbie Braddick-Dubas lit a candle

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In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Theresa Catanzarite Rettiger lit a candle

Rest well my good friend. You will be missed by many. You touched so many lives and we are all sad that you are gone, but we know you are in a better place.

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Colleen Witt lit a candle

My deepest sympathies go out to Brian's family. I have known him for many years and he was a kind soul. May it give his family some peace knowing that Brian is out of pain and in the arms of his Lord. Praying for healing during this difficult loss.

Planning ahead is prudent. Call us now.

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Kristi Keefer lit a candle

I first met Tut when he was a bouncer at Kamikaze's in West Virginia. He was so cute, sweet, funny, caring and protective! He always lit up when we came down! That smile was just infectious!! I remember he asked me if Joanne Stripay was my mother and I about freaked out! Haha.. How did he know that?! He knew my mom growing up and said there was no way I wasn't her daughter! Every time he saw me or my sister, he always engaged in conversation and asked how our family was doing. He was a decent man that endure a lot of hell! He was also an extremely tough and strong warrior! He put up a hell of a fight and as sad as it is to all of us, he is at peace and no longer has to fight! May God bless his family and friends! Tut, you truly will be missed!!

Such a great man. I will miss you. Prayers for your family

So very sorry for your loss.

RIP Tut. You were one of the good ones. Gonna miss you.

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Alyssa Blose lit a candle

My deepest sympathy. My heart breaks. You were a Big Teddy Bear with the warmest hugs. I will miss you Brian.❤

In memory of Brian J. Tutwiler, Jay priddy lit a candle

You were a strong man and fought a hard fight, no more pain for you Tut, may you RIP and watch down on Stevie, Cody, and Thomas, you raised them well. God bless you.

I am very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our friendship began when he came to me to get some tattoo work and he kept coming back, not just for new artwork, but he would stop by when he had some extra time and we became friends. I really enjoyed the stories he told. I would like to express my condolences to his family.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.