Alva Lee Tourtillott

Alva L Tourtillott, 87, of Bonita Springs FL, passed away on July 11, 2017 at Joanne’s House @ Hope Hospice in Bonita Springs after a brief illness. Alva was born May 9, 1931 in Detroit, MI to the late Estil A. and Saimi (Taurianen) Tourtillott. Alva moved to Collier Co from Detroit MI, in 1970 he was a chef and restaurant owner. Alva’s first love was cooking, nothing made him happier than serving an unforgettable meal. Along with his parents was preceded in death by his Granddaughter Marissa Joyce. He is survived by his wife of 38 years Nadine Tourtillott of Bonita Springs. previous wife Audrey Johnson, of Naples FL Daughter Lisa C, (Fran) Joyce of Menomonie WI, two sons, Darrell S. Tourtillott and Roger N. Tourtillott. Of Naples. Stepson Bryan K. (Karen) Jolly of Rineville, KY Stepdaughter Jacqueline D (Glenn) Bush of Cassville, MO Grandchildren, Meghan and Kaitlyn Joyce. Shannon (Doug) Matthews of Louisville, KY Coleman Jolly(Sammi) of Jacksonville,FL Electra Hunt and S. Alexander Hunt. The family suggests any donations in Alva’s memory be made to Joanne’s House, Hope Hospice 27200 Imperial Parkway Bonita Springs, FL 34135 239-482-4673. All services are under the direction of the Neptune Society