| I remember as though it were just yesterday, the amazement I felt as I watched the television and found I had a family relationship with Titanic. The first days flew by with uncertainty then suddenly this person phoned my wife to introduce himself and explain RMS Titanic, Inc. had indeed recovered family letters, not just one as we had thought, but nineteen. In a soft voice he said that they had been looking, but didn't know how to find us. What had happened was that we had found George Tulloch. Our lives changed forever from that moment on. George outlined what they knew and didn't know. We filled in what we knew and didn't know. Together Barb, George and I agreed to answer the outstanding questions and tell the tale of Howard Irwin, Henry Sutehall and Pearl Shuttle to the world. In the two years that followed, George grew as a friend more than a professional colleague. He phoned almost daily, many times on his way home from work where he could find quiet in his car from the bustle of business. He told us exciting tales of exploration of the wreck. He told us confidences about inside dealings that made progress possible in salvage and conservation. Soon we met that voice that always came across the phone so softly at times he could barely be heard. George was a man of slight build, yet he was a giant among men. He was one of those people who lit up a room upon entrance. Yet for all his power, wealth and fame, he was just George. He never commanded because of his position. He had a kind word for everyone. He became your friend as easily as anyone you'd ever met before-or since. He wasn't a tremendous public speaker, but in private he would captivate you with his command of the subject at hand. He was simply "good people". Some of the things George expressed to me in private made me respect him immensely. He held a truth about him that never wavered. He dealt directly with situations, but with a clearly-derived logic that demanded right instead of wrong. I learned so much from this man in the 7 years I knew him, he became more than a friend. I loved him as a brother , and he has become a true hero in my life. I'll miss you George-I'll try to live my life with what I learned from you, and pray you move on from here to a better world. Dave Shuttle |
| Flowers on the Sea Words from those who knew and loved him |
| A gentle soul, a gentle man- filled with light, love and laughter, and the tenderest heart for the lost souls of Titanic. Thank you , Old Friend, for taking me to Titanic, and kindling my interest in conservation. You will be remembered for the good you tried to do. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. Shelley Dziedzic |
| Today I am remembering George. A man I never met, but came to admire and respect 100% for all that he did and tried to do on behalf of everyone who cared about Titanic. I will always remember the one time I had the opportunity to speak to him by phone. That showed me he was willing to talk to people. He built others up when they were down. Such a beautiful man. I'll forever regret never having met him. Goodbye and farewell George. Whenever I look at the stars from now on, I am sure you'll be among the ones that shine brightly. Catherine Nichols |
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| I didn't want to hear this, I didn't know about his ailments. I regret and mourn his passing. I think about how he brought Titanic to everyone and how he was criticized for his methods. He was unique. He got it. And he lived his life that way. He knew Titanic was important, even if he didn't understand the technical side of it-he knew Titanic was about people and tried to bring that across. Roy Mengot |
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| What a sad day. I didn't know him well, but he was most gracious and fun to visit with at the Newport convention. I won't forget him either! Edna Pelzmann |
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| It is with very fondest memories that I recall dear George and our many encounters with him, Cindy and P.H. All too soon we leave this small planet-and all we count on are the loving memories that we have and leave of our dear friends. George was a kind, loving and caring man. Mike Ralph, Co-founder Titanic International |
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| I only met George once but he struck me as a very caring person and someone who had great emotional ties to Titanic-I liked him immediately. May he rest in peace. My deepest condolences to those who knew him well. Tracey McIntire |
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| It is very sad to hear the news of the passing of George. Although I only had the opportunity to speak with him on a handful of occasions, I have always treasured those conversations. The family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Gordon Krause |
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| I hadn't spoken with George since his flying visit to Belfast nearly two years ago, but my memories are fond. May he rest in peace. It will be a very difficult time now for Cindy and the family. All I can do is say a prayer. Una Reilly, Belfast Titanic Society |
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| Your passing has left a great void in my life which has to be filled with the memories of all the times we shared for over 30 years. I will miss you and always keep you in my heart. Rest well George, you were one of the great things in my life. Pugger |
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| Without a sound, I put a flower on the sea, I prayed a little , that you could see me. With the tide, you took my flower from the sea ,and brought it down, to your sanctuary. Sung by Mary McLaughlin, from The Lost Liners |
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