William (Bill) Clyde Cutler of Amelia Island , FL and Orrs Island, ME left this life on August 04, 2017 after a brief illness.

Born September 08, 1935 in Glen’s Falls, NY to Hazel (Van Lew) Cutler and Clyde J. Cutler, Bill was the ultimate family man, happiest when he was in the company of his wife of 57 years, Nancy, and their 4 children, 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and the countless treasured friends he gathered through his lifetime. A born storyteller, Bill could often be found recounting oft-repeated and much-loved tales of adventures, mishaps and unforgettable moments with friends and family, as well as the occasional worn-out but much anticipated joke. Bill truly loved engaging with people and never met a stranger. Often accompanied by his beloved standard poodle, he always made time for a greeting, kind word or laugh with the many friends he encountered throughout his day.

Bill is survived by his wife, Nancy (Burman), and their children, Kathleen Hutchins of Bath, ME, William Jr. of Laguna Beach, CA, Amy and husband James Maloney of Marblehead, MA and Jay of Holyoke, MA. He is also survived by grandchildren, Lance and Nadine Stilphen, Maeve, Aidan and Declan Maloney, and Anna and Emilia Pisinski Cutler, as well as great grandchildren, Blake Stilphen and Riley Rusaw.

Bill graduated from South Glens Falls High in 1953 and attended Syracuse University before enlisting in the army and serving in Korea. Upon his return from Korea, Bill attended Bentley College in Boston from where he received his Bachelor’s degree in 1960. After a long career with The Hartford Insurance Group, Bill retired in 1998 and relocated with Nancy from Granby, CT to Amelia Island, FL and Orrs Island, ME where he was an active member and volunteer of many organizations including The Amelia Island Museum of History, The Orrs and Bailey Yacht Club, First Church Presbyterian of Fernandina and The Friends of Peary’s Eagle Island, among others.

For those wishing to honor Bill’s life, the family suggests donations be made to The Amelia Island Museum of History, Community Hospice of Northeast Florida or Harpswell Heritage Land Trust. A memorial service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at the Orr’s and Bailey Yacht Club on Saturday, September 30th at 2:00 pm.