Louis Carl "Dr. Carl" Kuttruff

Louis Carl "Dr. Carl" Kuttruff obituary

Louis Kuttruff Obituary

Carl Kuttruff, age 73, died Sunday, July 23, 2017 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years Jenna Tedrick Kuttruff, his 97 year old father Louis Carl Kuttruff Sr.; sisters Gail Kuttruff, Alma Kuttruff, Katty Albers; brothers Kirby Kuttruff, Claude Kuttruff. His mother Elizabeth Ricks Kuttruff preceded him in death in 1975. He was baptized in St. Paul's Lutheran Church in New Orleans and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge. In his youth Carl was active in Scouting and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He attended the 1959 Boy Scout World Jamboree in the Philippine Islands and participated in a round-the-world tour following the Jamboree, which had a major influence on him both personally and professionally. Carl was a 1962 graduate of Baton Rouge High School and a 1965 Graduate of Louisiana State University with a B.A. in Geography and Anthropology. He attended Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and received his M.A. in Anthropology in 1970 and his Ph.D. in Anthropology in 1974. He worked in the field as an archaeologist for over 51 years in Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Wisconsin, Oaxaca Mexico, Philippine Islands, Wake Island, Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands. He was considered by some to be a modern "Renaissance Man" because of his multiple interests and talents and the fact that he was such an avid reader. Carl's cremated ashes will be scattered at many places of importance to his life. When the family gathers to celebrate his life, his cousin Chris Kuttruff will read original poetry written in Carl's honor. Memorial contributions may be made to the Baton Rouge Food Bank or the Cancer Society.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 29 to Jul. 30, 2017.
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A wonderful fellar who was ufailingly kind and who, along with his exceedingly creative and accomplished wife, Jenna, proved the best of friends to this Eastern KY boy.

Paul Allen

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August 15, 2018

I reached out to a few people as I am coming in town in a few weeks with my daughter. I wanted to introduce her to Jenna and Carl. I was met with news of his passing. Carl was one of my favorite customers at George's. I was saddened to hear the news today. His stories and worldly photos were always a pleasure to hear. My condolences to Jenna and his family.

Rachel Shipman

August 14, 2017

I am saddened to hear of Carl's passing; my condolences to Jenna. He taught me a great deal while in Tennessee, things I still think about. I couldn't have worked under and hung out with a better "boss", and our time in Kwajalein was a highlight of my life. I'll have a beer and think of you up there!

John Froeschauer

August 2, 2017

The first project I worked on with Carl was Fort Loudoun TN in 1976 and the last was the Stymie site on the Harpeth River in 1985. Carl was the most soft spoken person I have ever met and no one liked to be out in the field doing archaeology more than Carl. Ironically, I believe the last time I saw him was at the SHA's in Williamsburg in 2007 where he gave a paper on Fort Loudoun, TN and I gave one on Fort Loudoun, VA in the same session.

Robert Jolley

August 2, 2017

Jenna, my heartfelt condolences. Carl will be greatly missed.

Bill Autry

August 2, 2017

I met Carl some 30 years ago. He was always gracious in answering questions and sharing his knowledge. My condolences to his family. Rest in peace, Carl.

Randal Williams

August 2, 2017

I worked with Carl in 1983 when my staff and I were preparing exhibits for the Fort Loudoun Museum. He was quite a character and a joy to work with and be around. My sincere condolences to Jenna and the talented people that Carl surrounded himself with. He left his mark; he will be missed.

Daniel Webber

August 1, 2017

It is with deep sadness that I learn of Carl's passing. The multitude of years that we worked together on the Fort Loudoun project all came rushing back. The evening conferences at Brown's when I was in town, came flooding back. Jenna, you and the family, are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joe Distretti

August 1, 2017

Gosh, Jenna. I am both dumbfounded and devastated. I just got word a few minutes ago. Well, we all had some good times and I'm the better for them and for knowing Carl, and you, for that matter. Take care.

Jack Gilpin

Jack Gilpin

August 1, 2017

Condolences. Carl was a true original. I have great memories of him in my archaeology days at LSU.

Cherie Gross

August 1, 2017

Jenna - I was very sad to hear of Carl's passing. I have so many great memories of time spent with the two of you at you home and elsewhere, starting from when I first came back to Tennessee in 1974. I am indebted to both of you for your kindness and help in relation to several of the projects I once directed for the Tennessee Division of Archaeology.

Sam Smith

July 31, 2017

I knew Carl Kuttruff for over 30 years and had the honor of working with him on several projects. I learned something new or important from him every time. I have never seen an excavation profile as well executed as those done by Carl. Those of you who may have seen one know exactly what I'm talking about! Additionally, Carl's skills as a back hoe operator were without peer. I doubt that his combination of careful mechanical excavation technique and deep archaeological knowledge will ever be duplicated. I worked with him most recently in late 2014 at the Chatsworth Plantation site (16EBR192) in Baton Rouge and I am sorry that the opportunity to work with him again is now gone. Archaeologists in Louisiana, the Southeast, and the world lost a unique colleague.

Dennis Jones

July 31, 2017

Carl was a wonderful fellow and one of the finest Archaeologists I ever met.

Mark Tolley

July 31, 2017

Jenna. Please accept my kind condolences to you and the rest of Carl's family. I have fond memories of Carl and did a small amount of archaeological work for him. Most of all, I remember the days when Carl would come to The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, to give a talk or do research. He liked to bring his sleeping bag and a few other supplies and camp out on the floor of the UTK dormitory room Dave McMahan and I shared in Reese Hall. We were always glad to have him as our guest---and he survived my snoring---or at least was kind enough to not say anything about it. We loved you Carl.

Carl. Have a pleasant journey to the realm on the other side. If they know why Cahokia really fell, and they will let you do it, please give us a call.

Tracy Brown

July 31, 2017

Carl will live in our hearts forever. God's peace be with you, Jenna, and all friends and family

Donna Atkinson

July 31, 2017

Deepest sympathy to Jenna and the family. Carl was my Vanderbilt field school professor at Mound Bottom in 1974, and I went on to join his team at Fort Loudon -- the beginning of a long archaeology career. I have fond memories of those times and think of Carl often.

Dave McMahan

July 30, 2017

My family and I will be lighting a candle in honor of one of the best men and best friends I have ever known. Bless him and his family.

Peggy Froeschauer-Nelson

July 30, 2017

I send my deepest condolences to Jenna and the rest of Carl's family. He will be missed but never forgotten. Carl was a true joy to work with but my best memories are our many fishing trips along the Harpeth River and sitting out on the stoop of one of our homes following a day of field work. He and Jenna have been wonderful friends for over forty years and he will be on my mind and in my heart forever.

Peggy Froeschauer-Nelson

July 30, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the family. God's word gives us hope that we will see our love ones again. Actso 24:15

July 30, 2017

I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Carl's passing. He was a friend and colleague from many years ago when we both worked at the Tennessee Division of Archaeology.

Brian Butler

July 30, 2017

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