Harry Gutelius Obituary Harry Lee Gutelius, 59, of Virginia Beach, Va. passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 22, 2022. Born on March 3, 1963, he is the son of Harry P. and Margaret S. Gutelius. Harry grew up in Driver, Suffolk and was a past member of the Ruritan Club. He was the third generation in his family to manage the Feed and Seed Store at the end of Kings Highway. Harry was a man who could fix almost anything and liked to use that talent to help others. In 2008, Harry became a hometown hero. The tornado that swept through the area damaged many businesses in the area. He was managing the store and found a local business owner trapped under a roof. Harry jumped into action, pulling off sections of roof to save his fellow business man. His story was featured in the Virginian Pilot and Harry was quoted saying, "You don't think about it, you just do it. " He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his parents, Harry P. and Margaret S. Gutelius; siblings, Harriett Bunch (David), Michelle Mizelle (Phil); aunts, Jacquie Wedeman (Bucky), Sandy Lupton (Milton); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Friday, October 7, 2022, at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, North Chapel, 5685 Lee Farm Ln. Suffolk, Va. Family will receive friends two hours prior from 12pm-2pm at the funeral home. Inurnment will be private. 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Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, North Chapel, Suffolk, Va. Family received friends from 12 pm to 2 pm before the service. Inurnment was private. Online condolences were accepted at www.RWBakerFH.com. ### The Edited Obituary Harry Lee Gutelius, 59, of Virginia Beach, Va. passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, 22 September 2022. Born on 3 March 1963, he is the son of Harry P. and Margaret S. Gutelius. Harry grew up in Driver, Suffolk and was a past member of the Ruritan Club. He was the third generation in his family to manage the Feed and Seed Store at the end of Kings Highway. Harry was a man who could fix almost anything and liked to use that talent to help others. In 2008, Harry became a hometown hero. The tornado that swept through the area damaged many businesses in the area. He was managing the store and found a local business owner trapped under a roof. Harry jumped into action, pulling off sections of roof to save his fellow businessman. His story was featured in the Virginian Pilot and Harry was quoted saying, "You do not think about it, you just do it." He will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his parents, Harry P. and Margaret S. Gutelius; siblings, Harriett Bunch (David), Michelle Mizelle (Phil); aunts, Jacquie Wedeman (Bucky), Sandy Lupton (Milton); numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on Friday, 7 October 2022, at R. W. Baker & Company Funeral Home and Crematory, North Chapel, 5685 Lee Farm Ln. Suffolk, Va. Family will receive friends two hours prior from 12 pm to 2 pm at the funeral home. Inurnment will be private. Online condolences may be registered at www.RWBakerFH.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Harry Lee Gutelius | |---------|----------------------------------------| | Age | 59 | | Birth | 3 March 1963; Unknown | | Death | 22 September 2022; Virginia Beach, Va. | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|----------------|--------------------------------| | Harry Lee Gutelius | Decedent | Virginia Beach, Va. | | Harry P. Gutelius | Parent | Unknown | | Margaret S. Gutelius | Parent | Unknown | | Harriett Bunch | Sibling | Unknown | | David Bunch | Brother-in-law | Unknown | | Michelle Mizelle | Sibling | Unknown | | Phil Mizelle | Brother-in-law | Unknown | | Jacquie Wedeman | Aunt | Unknown | | Bucky Wedeman | Uncle | Unknown | | Sandy Lupton | Aunt | Unknown | | Milton Lupton | Uncle | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Harry grew up in Driver, Suffolk. 2. He was a past member of the Ruritan Club. 3. He was the third generation in his family to manage the Feed and Seed Store at the end of Kings Highway. 4. Harry was known for his ability to fix almost anything and his willingness to help others. 5. In 2008, he became a hometown hero during a tornado that swept through the area. 6. He rescued a local business owner trapped under a collapsed roof during the tornado. 7. His heroic act was featured in the Virginian Pilot. 8. Harry was quoted saying, "You do not think about it, you just do it," regarding his rescue efforts.