BELMONT - James Leon Tuttle, 90, of 6 Lamprey Road, formerly of Orange City, FL, died Thursday, April 20, 2017, in his home after a period of declining health.
He was born on November 19, 1926, in Laconia, the son of the late Joseph Levi and Anna (Mickieli) Tuttle. James served in the US Navy during both World War II and Korea. He was a past communicant of Our Lady of the Lakes Church in Lakeport. James was a lover of chess and was the 1973 United States Chess Champion. He also enjoyed bowling and golf.
He is survived by his sister, Mary Murray of Belmont, several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Irene D. (Dauphin) Tuttle in 1997, one brother, William J. Tuttle and one nephew, Michael M. Murray.
There will be no calling hours.
A Graveside Service will be held at 1PM on Saturday, April 29, 2017 at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Garfield Street, Laconia.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Michael M. Murray Scholarship fund, C/O Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation, PO Box 7312, Gilford, NH 03247-7312.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, N.H. is assisting the family with the arrangements.