Roland "Butch" Tuyls

Roland “Butch” L. Tuyls Jr. of Appleton, WI, passed away on November 1, 2026, at the age of 84.

Roland was born in Appleton, WI, on April 8, 1942, to his parents Roland and Vivian (Schommer) Tuyls. He grew up in the Kimberly area and enjoyed playing baseball throughout his childhood. He was a part of the Knights of Columbus, St. Bernadettes Men’s Fellowship Group, Monday Morning Bible Study, and an advocate for Holy Spirits meals in Darboy. Roland had many friends at Kwik Trip, Rich’s Bakery and around the Fox Valley Area who all adored him. His family appreciates how Grishaber Services (Scheps) took care of Roland when his car wouldn’t work or needed a fix.

Roland is preceded in death by his wife, Karen, parents, Roland and Vivian, sister, Judi (Harold) Micke, brother, Greg Tuyls.

He is survived by his loving siblings, from oldest to youngest, brothers, Gary Tuyls, Tim (Linda) Tuyls, sisters, Patti Fleming, Bonnie Tuyls, Tina Betters, brothers, Brian (Pam) Tuyls, Ron Tuyls, Dan (Kris) Tuyls, and sister-in-law, Brenda Tuyls. And dozens of nieces and nephews.

A visitation and service will be held at St. Bernadettes Church in Appleton, WI, on November 6, 2026. Visitation spans from 9:00am-11:00am, with a funeral service starting at 11:00am. A private burial will be held afterwards for the family.