Thomas Harry Tuell

Thomas H. Tuell was a father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many. Loved the Lord with all his heart, mind, soul and strength, loved his neighbor as himself. South Sound native and “trainer” to local celebrity golf pro The Golfing Gorilla. Tom was a lifelong South Sound resident, attending Washington, Hunt, and Wilson High School. He went on to study and play golf at the University of Washington and then graduated from the University of Puget Sound with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. He loved to laugh and he loved people. Tom began “training” The Golfing Gorilla in the late 1970’s and went on to speak, teach and entertain fans of golf at celebrity and high profile tournaments around the world. His talent for a long drive, included him in the the 350 Club for players that can drive the ball 350+ yards. Also a talented writer, Tom penned a column for the News Tribune for many years about the stories behind personalized license plates in the Puget Sound. A staple at Al Davies Boys & Girls Club and Stadium High basketball games, he loved watching his son play for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents David Sr. and Evelyn Tuell as well as his three brothers David Tuell Jr., Richard Tuell (Karen) Terry Tuell (Linda) and sister-in-law Bunny Tuell. Surviving him are his children Matthew Tuell (Lisette), and Sarah Stockstad (Scott), grandchildren Kian Coye-Tuell and Claire, Annie and Carr Stockstad as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Due to Covid regulations, a celebration of life will take place next year. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation to Al Davies Boys & Girls Club of Tacoma