Lincoln - Ernest "Ernie" J. Tutalo, 82, of Lincoln, died Monday, January 12, 2026 at Elmhurst Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, Providence. He was the loving husband of Paula L. (Palazzini) Tutalo, with whom he enjoyed fifty-eight years of marriage.
Born in Providence, a son of the late Ernest and Filomena (Lombardi) Tutalo, he had resided in Cumberland for twenty-four years, moving to Lincoln twenty-seven years ago.
Mr. Tutalo worked in the jewelry industry, and was the founder and owner of Unlimited Castings, operating the company until his retirement.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by one daughter, Christine Madden and her husband Jack of Warwick; one son, Brian Tutalo of Woonsocket; one sister, Carol Harrop of Scituate; and three grandchildren, John D. Madden, Jr., James P. Madden and Jenna E. Madden.
His funeral will be held Monday, January 19, 2026 at 9:00 AM from Bellows Funeral Chapel, 160 River Road, Lincoln, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM in Saint Jude Church, 301 Front Street, Lincoln. Family and friends are invited, and may attend visiting hours on Monday from 9:00 - 10:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 would be appreciated. For directions, or to leave a message of condolence, please visit www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com.
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