Nemo Joseph Tullius Jr. (“Butch”)

Nemo Joseph Tullius Jr. (“Butch”)

Nemo Joseph Tullius Jr., affectionately known as “Butch,” passed away peacefully at his home on February 8, 2026, at the age of 88. He was born on October 17, 1937, in Helper, Utah, to Nemo Tullius and Ethel Henderson.

Butch was preceded in death by his beloved son, Joe; his parents, Nemo and Ethel; his brother, Hollie (Sylvia); and his sister, Margie (Jim).

He is survived by his sweetheart of 50 years, Roseanne, and by his loving family: his daughters, Amber Rayne Tullius; Autumn (Jeff) Mecham; and Tiffany (Spencer) Minnick; his grandchildren, Joshua (Bekah) Smith; Jacob (Gracie) Nelson; Madeline (Porter) Casdorph; Maclayne Nelson; Bryton (Morgan) Mecham; Porter (Hailey) Mecham; Emma Mecham (Gavin); Karter Pahl (Miriam); Lizbeth Minnick (Matthew); Millie Minnick; and Griffin Minnick; and his great-grandchildren, Avery, Emmet, Margot, Wrenley, and Bodie. He is also lovingly remembered by a multitude of cherished nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Butch was a man of many accomplishments, vast knowledge, and deep curiosity. His family often said that he “knew everything,” and he was the person they turned to for answers, explanations, and guidance. Though he would greet people by announcing he was “ornery as ever,” those who knew him best knew he was tender, patient, and deeply loving. He took pride in everything he did, especially his woodworking, and found joy in creating beautiful, meaningful pieces for his children, grandchildren, family, and friends.

Butch graduated from Carbon High School, and proudly celebrated his 70th class reunion. After high school, he attended chiropractic school at Logan University in St. Louis, Missouri. It was there that his lifelong passion for woodworking truly began, when he found employment in the university’s carpentry shop. After graduating, he practiced chiropractic care in Utah for a brief period. But with an imminent call to service during Vietnam looming he chose to enlist in the Air Force and because of his background in medicine he was stationed at Lackland Air Force base in San Antonio Texas. This is where he received his training in radiologic technology.

Upon returning to the Salt Lake Valley, Butch began working at LDS Hospital. His precision, attention to detail, and reliability made him invaluable to surgeons and physicians, and he quickly became the “go-to” X-ray tech for many. It was also at LDS Hospital where he met the love of his life, Roseanne.

Butch and Rose met while working at the hospital—he in radiology and she as a receptionist. They were both part of the hospital bowling league, and when Rose’s team beat his, he invited her to eat at one of his lifelong favorites, Litza’s Pizza. They began to occasionally date and socialize with increasing frequency, and in April of 1975, he proposed. They were married on August 9, 1975, in the Brighton Township LDS Chapel. Two years later, they welcomed their first child, Nemo Joseph III, followed closely by twin daughters, Amber Rayne and Autumn Dawn, and later their youngest daughter, Tiffany. They were later sealed as a family in the Jordan River Temple.

Butch and Roseanne shared a long, happy life together. Their love deepened over the years as they enjoyed the simple pleasures—going for drives, sitting together on the front bench, and talking for hours. Above all else, Butch loved spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Family was always first. He was the first to help anyone in need, a natural teacher, and a deeply involved and attentive father, grandfather, great grandfather, and uncle. He joyfully passed along his love of carpentry, learning, and craftsmanship to anyone willing to seek his guidance. Butch continued working at Woodcraft, a place he loved, where he generously shared his knowledge with customers. Many came in specifically asking for him by name—“Nemo.” He cherished his coworkers and the meaningful relationships he formed with each of them.

Butch found great joy in woodworking, jazz music, and sailing. He had a gift for teaching, always eager to explain not just how something worked, but why. His greatest pride was the life he built with his hands and his heart—and the family he loved so fiercely.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

A viewing to honor Nemo’s life will be held Sunday February 15, 2026, from 6-8pm at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Funeral Home 1950 East 10600 S Sandy, UT. A graveside service will be held Monday February 16, 2026, at 3pm where Nemo will be laid to rest in a “pine box” which was built with much love by his sons-in-law and grandsons.