F. Norman Tuller, PhD, 75, of Columbia, died suddenly, but peacefully, in his sleep, at his home, Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Born in Columbia, SC, he was a son of the late William Henry Tuller and Anne Ehrlich Tuller.

After graduating from Dreher High School, he received his collegiate degrees through the PhD in chemistry from Georgia Tech and continued with post doctorate work at Northwestern University. He was a brilliant scientist that devoted his career to research and development. Through many changes in the company, Norman loyally worked for the same firm for almost 50 years. He had many hobbies and interest. Amongst them were world wide travel, both for work and pleasure, gardening, bee keeping and most of all making and enjoying wine with his family and friends. He was a certified wine judge by the American Wine Society. Norman, a devout Christian, served in a variety of behind-the-scenes capacities at both St. John's Episcopal Church and Church of the Apostles where he was a founding member.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Martine Tuller. He is survived by his six siblings, William H. Tuller (Ginny) of Columbia, John G. Tuller (Sandy) of Honeoye Falls, NY, Anne Tuller of Columbia, Mary Davis (Craig) of Lake Wateree, Michael Tuller (Leslie) of Lake Murray and Elizabeth Tuller of Columbia. He will also be missed by his nephews and nieces and many wonderful friends. His quick wit, infectious smile and gentle spirit will by treasured by all.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Norman Tuller Scholarship Fund, American Wine Society Educational Foundation, PO Box 264, Lovettsville, VA, 20180; St. John's Episcopal Church, 2827 Wheat Street, Columbia, SC 29205; Church of the Apostles, 1520 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201; or to the charity of your choice.

A service will be held 2 o'clock, Sunday, February 17th, at Church of the Apostles. The family will have a private burial. The family will receive friends from 4 until 6 o'clock, Saturday, February 16th, at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Road Ext., Columbia.