William G. T. Tuttle, Jr.
1935–2020 (age 85)
U.S. Army four-star general
Biography
William G. T. Tuttle, Jr. spent decades in the U.S. Army overseeing logistics, research, and materiel readiness before culminating his career as a four-star general. He championed innovative supply-chain solutions and ensured the industrial base could support the toughness of Army brigades around the world.
Even in retirement he shared insights with defense planners and remained a trusted voice on readiness, family programs, and the value of institutional knowledge. His service is remembered at Arlington National Cemetery, where visitors can honor a leader who kept soldiers equipped and confident.