Obituary of Richard Wayne Tuthill

RICHARD WAYNE TUTHILL Watervliet- Richard Wayne Tuthill entered into eternal life on November 15, 2019. Born in Troy to parents Donald E. and Helen (Santerre) Tuthill on January 4, 1942, he was affectionately called Wayne by family and friends. He attended Lansingburgh High School and was a graduate of Hudson Valley Community College with a Degree in Chemistry. Wayne was a very creative floral designer and an avid gardener. He worked at various floral shops in the capital district. He loved to cook elaborate meals for his family and friends to enjoy. He looked forward to his daily shopping trips to the grocery store and mall. He is survived by a brother, sister-in-law and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents. Funeral arrangements will be provided by Dufresne and Cavanaugh Funeral Home. There will be no calling hours. He will be interred at Most Holy Redeemer Cemetery where there will be a graveside service held on Tuesday 11/19. The Graveside service will be held at 11:00am, those wishing to attend should meet at the front gate of the cemetery at 10:45am. For directions, information, to light a memory candle or order flowers for the family please visit www.dufresneandcavanaugh.com.