In Loving Memory of Tully Choate:
It is with heavy hearts that Gigi and I extend our deepest condolences on the passing of our dear friend, Tully- a truly remarkable person.
From the very first day I met Tully working in his home garage, I knew there was something genuine and unforgettable about him. That initial meeting sparked a friendship that would span 31 year--a journey filled with trust, laughter-lots of laughter and countless stories. Over the decades, both Tully and Lucina became more than great clients-they became family in every meaningful way.
Some of our fondest memories were made over dinners shared together, whether at the Masonic Lodge in Catoosa or in our back yard. There was something special about those gatherings--Tully's presence. He brought kindness, calm and a quiet strength that made people feel welcome and heard. It didn't matter who you were- young or old- Tully had a way of connecting.
One of the things Gigi and I admired most was how the children at the Lodge naturally gravitated toward him. They approached him with kind, quiet reverence and instinctive respect. Tully didn't demand attention-he simply earned it by being a steady, wise and generous man.
To Lucina and the entire Choate family, please know that our hearts are with you. Tully deeply touched the lives of many.
With love and sympathy,
Gigi and Bob Lavender