About Us
During a time of loss, you need the help of compassionate experts who can offer guidance and support throughout the planning process. At Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center, we believe that every life deserves to be celebrated. Our mission is to assist families in creating personalized funeral experiences that honor the life of their loved ones.
Since 1896, we have served our community by providing healing and meaningful funeral and memorial services that honor life and meet the needs of those who grieve. Our hope is that from the moment you walk through our doors, you feel welcomed, respected, and heard.
History
The Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center has been serving LaPorte and surrounding areas since 1896. As such, the funeral home has ties with much of the past history of the community. This tradition of community involvement has continued through four generations of the Cutler family. It has been our privilege to serve the families of LaPorte and the surrounding community for years. To the families we serve, we offer the highest degree of service and performance available.
Austin Cutler
1846-1942
Mr. Austin Cutler was a member of the LaPorte First Baptist Church for 81 years. On May 27, 1864, Austin enlisted in the Union Army and became a private in Co. B of the 138th Indiana Infantry. He served until the closing of the Civil War. On returning from the war he began his business career. First, he operated a grocery, but in 1896, he entered the undertaking business. Austin operated the funeral home alone until his brother, George Cutler, became a partner in 1918. When George passed in 1928, Austin continued the business with his nephew Ferris. Austin died on January 28, 1942.
George Cutler
1849-1928
Mr. George Cutler began his business career in agricultural pursuits until his family moved to Hillsdale, Michigan, in 1905. In Hillsdale, he and his son, Ferris, established an undertaking business. After two years there, George and Ferris opened a furniture and undertaking establishment in New Carlisle where they remained for about six years. On July 1, 1918, Mr. Cutler and son joined with Austin Cutler and began the undertaking establishment of Cutler Brothers. George died on January 5, 1928.
Arthur Ferris Cutler
1879-1967
Mr. Arthur Ferris Cutler began his career with his father in 1905 when they established an undertaking business in Hillsdale, Michigan. Two years later, they bought a funeral home in New Carlisle, which Ferris and his father maintained until 1920. In 1918, they became associated with Austin Cutler and began the Cutler Brothers Funeral Home tradition.
Robert Cutler Sr.
1920-1999
Mr. Robert Cutler Sr. served in World War II as a captain, earning four battle stars for action in the European Theater. Robert was a LaPorte County veterans service officer for 12 years and a service officer for the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts in LaPorte for 22 years. Robert took over the family funeral business in 1948 from his father Arthur Ferris Cutler.
Cindy and Bob
Founding Family - Retired
Bob Cutler Jr., fourth generation funeral director, received his funeral director's license in 1971 after graduating from Worsham College of Mortuary Science. He and his wife, Cindy, have two sons. Thaddeus and Layton. Thaddeus, married to Laura, is a graduate of Indiana University, and Layton is a graduate of Purdue University.
After 42 years of service, Bob and Cindy retired on December 31, 2011. They now reside in Palm Coast, Florida.
Who We Are
Our staff is here to provide you with excellent care and service during your time of loss. Get to know the people who will help you through the planning process.
Contact Us
We're Available Anytime
