April 9, 1950 – August 25, 2025
Beaufort, S.C.
Kenneth Lynn Tootle, 75, passed away at his home in Beaufort, S.C., on August 25. Kenny leaves behind a legacy of love and family. He is survived by the love of his life, Constance Kearns Tootle of Beaufort, children K. Lynn Tootle, Jr. (Vanessa) of Savannah, Caroline (Sean) Hayden of Charleston, Tenn., C. Douglas Tootle, III of Charlotte, N.C., and Christian K. Tootle of Beaufort, grandchildren Nick, Julia, and Maggie Tootle, Luke, Kellen, and Emery Hayden, brother Charles D. Tootle, Jr. of Beaufort, sister Beth T. Coffield (Richard) of Bluffton and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Born in Quantico, Va., on April 9, 1950 to the late Charles Douglas Tootle and Mavis Claire Tootle, Kenny graduated from Beaufort High School in 1968, Spartanburg Methodist Junior College in 1970, Georgia Southern College in 1972, and the University of South Carolina School of Law in 1974. His education laid the foundation for a distinguished career in law, where he made significant contributions and was a 45-year member of the S.C. Bar Association and S.C. Association of Trial Lawyers. At the height of his career, Kenny won a landmark case that went all the way to the Supreme Court of South Carolina that helped preserve the rights of women who give their children up for adoption.
Kenny was a true Lowcountry enthusiast, reveling in hunting, fishing, and golfing. As a founding member of the Good Ole Boys Crappie Fishin’ Expedition, he spent many enjoyable hours in john boats and duck blinds, often in the company of a trusty hunting dog.
Kenny’s storytelling prowess was unmatched, regaling family and friends with tales of his youth, including lifeguarding at Hunting Island beach, dancing at Bailey’s, and numerous other escapades. An avid Gamecocks, Braves, and Redskins fan, he also served locally as a youth baseball and football coach.
Kenny loved a good party, always ready to unleash his fantastic shag dancing skills. His musical talents were just as impressive, as he played the guitar and harmonica and sang tenor with the St. Helena’s Anglican Church choir. His appreciation for good music, primarily beach music and classic rock, was a constant joy in his life. But above all, Kenny loved his family and will be missed dearly.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Kenny’s caretakers and hospice providers from Amedisys Hospice Care. Details of a celebration of life to be held in October will be announced by the family at a later date.
Anderson Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family.
