Ronnie Tutt Obituary

Ronnie Tutt was a drummer who performed and recorded with artists including Elvis Presley and Jerry Garcia.

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Published by Pine River Times on Oct. 18, 2021.

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RIP TO A GREAT DRUMMER PRAYING FOR FAMILY MEMBERS

Gerald Nicholoff

November 1, 2023

As a working Las Vegas drummer, I was probably the only one watching your technique, while everyone else in the showroom was watching Elvis. What I learned from you was/is invaluable. Thank you, Ronnie. ~Memphis Sommers

Memphis Sommers

Other

August 25, 2023

I am a drummer myself. I have been watching everything I can find about Ronnie. I really liked the interview with Stephen Taylor. I only wish I had the chance to see Ronnie in person. He was one of the best. Rest in Peace, Jim

Jim Ritz, Jr.

Teacher

June 1, 2023

You were a great drummer and greater friend. I am thankful that I knew you for moments. See you in Heaven.

JENNELL ATKINSON

Friend

November 27, 2022

Ronnie, You were a great drummer and an awesome friend. I am thankful you were moments in my life. See you in Heaven.

JENNELL ATKINSON

Acquaintance

November 27, 2022

He was a great drummer ,for Elvis and Neil Diamond .I enjoyed ronnie's performers for both Elvis and Neil. Rest well , TCB Danielle Dooley

Danielle Dooley

Friend

August 13, 2022

I would like to say I am very sorry to hear of Ronnie Tutts passing.He was a great drummer and human being.Ronnie read in peace with Elvis.

John Marotta

Friend

February 2, 2022

To the family, many, many friends, colleagues and fans of this wonderful man Mr. Ronnie Tutt fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. May Almighty God in Heaven comfort the Mr. Ronnie Tutt's family, friends and fan's broken hearts with endless love, strength, and peace as you cope with this loss in your lives. Mr. Ronnie Tutt will certainly be missed by the music industry and the whole world. May family, friends and extended family cherish his memories.

Tony

November 27, 2021

Thank you......thank you very much....

Michael Allard-Madaus

Student

November 23, 2021

RIP Ronnie Tutt! Thanks for all you did in life legend simply put! Elvis was probably waiting for you keep rockin!!
Kevin from Canada

Kevin Galloway

November 7, 2021

R.I.P. Hard working Ronnie Tutt. One of the best.

Bill Jobes

October 30, 2021

We shared profound friendship during various concerts in Belgium (2004 - 2007 and met on several occasions in Germany (Bad Nauheim, Bonn))
Hubert Vindcvogel
Elvis Presley Society

Hubert Vindevogel

Friend

October 26, 2021

Thoughts and prayers to the Tutt family. May you find refuge in God who comforts all who are mourning. Sorry for your loss.

October 25, 2021

I am so sorry about the loss of Ronnie. A phenomenal drummer that will always be remembered. The Tutt family has my deepest condolences. I pray that you will be surrounded continuously with love and support. And, as you go through this difficult time, may Almighty God give you “everlasting comfort” (2 Thess. 2:16).

Jenee

October 25, 2021

RIP Ronnie Tutt ✝
You are a legend and I enjoyed seeing you work your trade on the drums. Plus I like seeing you as steamroller blues (Year 1973, Hawaii satellite concert tv show)
is coming to an end, it shows you from the back, as the song ends. My condolences too the Tutt family for your loss.

Joe DeHoyos

October 25, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Ronnie Tutt’s passing away.May God Bless His Soul.My Prayers Are With His Family At This Time.I met Ronnie in Houston,Texas at the Astroworld Hotel when Elvis played the Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo at the Astrodome in 1974.Ronnie was very nice and hospitable to all the fans.,Larry Carriere of SugarLand,Texas.

Larry Carriere

October 23, 2021

Ronnie will be missed by family, friends, and fans. He was in the background, but boy he really knew how to make his presence known. Exodus 33:14 says that God will give you rest. Ronnie is resting until God says it is time to wake up. May prayers are with the family.

Lynetta

Acquaintance

October 23, 2021

YOU WERE THE BEST DRUMMER AND HAD A VERY KIND SOUL. YOU WILL BE MISSED AND NOW ARE WITH THE LORD IN HEAVEN

Denise Muller

Friend

October 22, 2021

Drummer for The King and a king of drummers, Ronnie Tutt, we salute you.

Kate Bell

October 22, 2021

We are so sorry to hear of Ronnie Tutt passing. When I used to watch Elvis Presley concerts they would get a quick shot of Ronnie doing his thing with the drums. Another band member up there with Elvis. RIP Ronnie you are with Elvis and one of the LORDS angels. The Tutt family are in our prayers.

Terri Zezza

Friend

October 22, 2021

Saw him live with pricilla presley in Birmingham a couple of years ago he still had it. When he played with Elvis back in the 60s and 70s he was explosive then never lost his magic.God Bless

Vicki E

Acquaintance

October 22, 2021

RIP RT

October 21, 2021

Ronnie was just a excellent drummer period. So sad to hear he's no longer with us.The family and fans have my sincere sympathy. Trust in God to ease your hearts.

Mae

October 21, 2021

Ronnie was a great musician. Natural talent, Elvis loved him. So did Neil Diamond. He will forever be remembered for being part of the TCB Band

Jennifer Wyatt

October 21, 2021

My condolences.

October 21, 2021

Ronnie, you were a tremendous influence in my life with your music,with Elvis. But mostly With Neil Diamonds band. Rest in peace my friend

Bob Harrison

October 20, 2021

I knew Ronnie from when he played for Elvis. He was truly a nice person to everyone he met. But a mean "touch football" player. Tore my sweatshirt straight up the back!!
Donna, God Bless you for being there for him. He will be missed.

Marti Johnson

Friend

October 20, 2021

Rest In Peace

Billy Jones

October 20, 2021

I’m very sorry to hear the news of Ron’s passing. Ive known the family since my days at Culver where I played hockey with their late Son Nate. Our entire family shares our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

D.J. Svihlik

Friend

October 20, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 20, 2021

An amazingly talented drummer and an awesome career. Sincere sympathies to the Tutt family and friends, may God be with all you, so very sorry for your loss.

October 20, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to the family of Ronnie tutt, he was the best drummer there ever was, and we hope you and Elvis are together again, god bless

Jeannie&vince Pizzoferrato

Friend

October 19, 2021

Deepest sympathy to the Tutt Family in this time of your dear loss, may you find comfort from the words of Isaiah 51:12

October 19, 2021

Man I grew up a big Elvis fan and Ronnie Tutt was a great drummer. I can remember him in the white jumpsuit look outfit playing the drums in Elvis last concert. You will be missed sir.

Terry Toohey

October 19, 2021

meet Ronnie, Jerry scheff and mike daisey when they came to church as the sanctified boogie and and I was privileged enough to work with him and Jerry at Disneyland and Marie Muldaur, it wa s a gentle and loving man, always kind to me and I look forward to meeting him again.
Blessings to his family,
The Rev. dennis woodsmall

dennis g woodsmall

Family

October 19, 2021

My deepest condolences to Mr.Tutt family Ronnie was my favorite musician in Elvis Presley band he will be missed.

Madeline Alicea

Acquaintance

October 19, 2021

My sincerest sympathies to the Tutt family, Graceland, and the TCB band members. I was so sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. Since I've been a lifelong Elvis fan, and an amateur drummer, Ronnie has brought countless smiles to my face with his enormous talent. Funny thing is, back when Elvis introduced him, I thought his name was "Runnie"......a great nickname for his super drum runs! I wish I could have met him to thank him for putting so much love in our hearts over the years!
TCB
George Jacobek

George Jacobek

October 19, 2021

So sad to hear this. A terrific guy and as talented as they come. He will be missed tremendously. RIP Mr. Tutt.

Kathie Dibgess

Friend

October 19, 2021

My warmest thoughts and regards to all family and friends. He provided so much joy through his musical talent and is an all time legend, and destined for the history books to come.

Doug Dickason

October 19, 2021

May you rest in peace & may your memory be a blessing.

Ruth Dann

October 19, 2021

Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult time.

October 19, 2021

You were the beat to the music I love and your beat will last an eternity and rightly so. Rest in peace and enjoy the jam in the sky!

Aaron Latham

October 19, 2021

Loved his drum playing with Elvis the first time I saw it on TV with his concert from Hawaii, and Elvis always introduced his band. Rest in Peace Ronnie Tutt.

PETE LIEGGI

Pete Lieggi

Other

October 19, 2021

Rest in peace Ronnie your contribution to music is greatly appreciated.

Brandon Dunn

Friend

October 18, 2021

I'm most familiar with Ronnie's work with Elvis, which I loved. An excellent drummer, who is now reunited with The King.

October 18, 2021

Ronnie and Donna were both ice hockey fans in Nashville and supported their son, Jared, who was a hockey goalie. I had the pleasure of meeting Ronnie and was impressed by his understated personality considering his fame.
Robin Walsh

Robin Walsh

Acquaintance

October 18, 2021

My thoughts, love, and prayers to the family and friends of Ronnie. May you know how much he added to the lives of many with his drumming.

Paula Stevenson

October 18, 2021

Condoléances all famille and friends

Paul Bleau

Friend

October 18, 2021

Saddened by Ronnie's passing, but greatful he worked for Elvis and gave us the best drum playing ever. Go rest high on that Mountain, Ronnie.

Barbara Wright

Friend

October 18, 2021

God bless you.

Christian Knelsen

Significant_other

October 18, 2021

you was the best Ronnie

jean wilson

October 18, 2021

We were so sad to hear this news. We love Ronnie and have been Big Elvis fans for years!! Rest in peace, friend

Gary and Bonnie Bozarth

Friend

October 18, 2021

One of the great drummers who was a credit to Elvis . Rest in peace with those who were before you.

Edward Murphy

October 18, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear of Ronnie Tutt's passing. My sincere condolences to his family friends Graceland and TCB band members. Ronnie musical career will always be remembered through the TCB band and other legendary musicians he worked with throughout his career.

Ginger

October 18, 2021

Goodnight, and Godspeed Ronnie. Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful music memories. Unforgettable. Now playing eternally in the Ultimate Venue.

Harry Simpson

October 18, 2021

Scott Chamberland

October 18, 2021

RIP Ronnie tutt lead we know there is a great drummer in heaven so sorry for his wife and family Cheryl from Scotland

Cheryl Dawson

October 18, 2021

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