Mr. Lloyd Ernest Tull

Lloyd "Chuck" Tull passed away on June 14, 2010, in Fresno, at the age of 86. He was born on May 24, 1924, in Secretary, Maryland. Known as "Spotty" on the Eastern Shore, he worked as a waterman until he enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II.

Chuck was stationed at Hammer Air Field in Fresno, where he met his beloved Lorraine. It was love at first sight. They married on June 7, 1946. Lorraine was the love of his life and they remained devoted to each other until his death.

Chuck became a mechanical contractor in 1956. He and his wife worked hard and built a successful contracting company that prospered for 35 years.

While Chuck enjoyed his occupation, his real passion in life was his love of family and friends. He loved his children and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. Everyone he met became his friend. He endeared others with his great sense of humor and charm.

Chuck had a great zest for life and will always be remembered for his kindness and generosity.

Chuck is survived by Lorraine, his wife, of 64 years; children, Denise Brosi and her husband Robert, Scott Tull and his wife Amy, and Jodie Garabedian and her husband Gene; and six grandchildren, Deena, Jenna, and Cayla Brosi, Gage and Trace Garabedian, and Madelyn Tull.

Visitation will be held at Whitehurst, Sullivan, Burns & Blair Funeral Home on Thursday, June 17, 2010, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

A Funeral Service will be held at Northwest Church at 5415 N. West Ave. in Fresno, on Friday, June 18, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Belmont Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers remembrances may be made to Hinds Hospice, 1616 W. Shaw, Suite C-1, Fresno, Ca. 93711 or the Alzheimer's Foundation of Central California, 4411 N. Cedar #102, Fresno, Ca. 93726.