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John Cutlip Obituary
John David Cutlip of Strasburg passed away unexpectedly Saturday, September 11th. Mr. Cutlip was born in Gassaway, WV on January 1, 1934, the 9th child of Burton Earl Cutlip and Maude Lee Simmons Cutlip. He received a B.A. in Secondary Education from Glenville State College and a M.S. in Personnel Administration from George Washington University. He served in the U.S. Army, 1956-58 and 1961-62.
Mr. Cutlip was employed as WVU 4-H Agent in the West Virginia Counties of Fayette and Monongalia for seven years and VPI 4-H and Agricultural Agent in Shenandoah County for six years. He was Shenandoah County Administrator for twenty-three years and Nelson County Administrator for four years. He had also worked as a High School Teacher and served on numerous Boards and Councils dealing with economic and municipal assistance and growth. Among his many accomplishments are: "Glenville State Alumni Chapter Award", 2007; "Virginia's Economic Developer of the Year", 1985; "Virginia's 4-H Alumni of the Year", 1984; received "Fellowship for Year's Study of Federal Government and Its Relationship to Business and Industry", 1964-65.
John considered his greatest blessings to be numbered among his family and his church and he worked tirelessly in service to both. He is survived by Georgia, his cherished wife of 54 years and five children and their spouses: Teresa (Terry) Cutlip Minnick and husband, Dean of Edinburg; Donna Cutlip Hupp and husband, Dennis of Strasburg; John David Cutlip II (J.D.) and wife, Joy of Strasburg; Melanie Cutlip Buffkin and husband, Jeffrey of Williamsburg, VA; Julie Cutlip Sturr and husband, Tim of St. Louis, MO; and sixteen grandchildren: Aaron Minnick, Jordan Minnick (& wife, Vanesa), Stephen Minnick (& wife, Lindsay); David and Miley Hupp; Jessica Cutlip Smith (& husband, Ronald), Jacob Cutlip; Jeff, Seth and Megan Buffkin; Madison, Hannah and Cooper Sturr. He is also survived by two brothers, Arlos Cutlip of Gassaway, WV and Robert Cutlip of Grand Island, FL and two sisters, Argie Murphy of Gassaway, WV and Lura Rose of Ashland, OH.
Family will receive friends at Grace Baptist Church in Woodstock on Tuesday, Sept. 14th; 6:30-8:30 p.m.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, September 15th, 11:00 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church with interment at Sunset View Gardens in Woodstock. Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church Building Fund.
Greatly admired and respected by those who knew and worked with him as man of faith, integrity, and perseverance, the presence and continual selfless service of John D. Cutlip will be grievously missed.
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Norine Buffkin
September 25, 2010
Georgia and family,
My continued prayers are with you as you deal with the great loss of your loved one. May God give you the love and peace each day.
Nancy Shipp
September 22, 2010
To Mrs. Cutlip & Family,
I remember when Mr. Cutlip would come in the Safeway Store in Woodstock and he loved to pick on people and me. He was a joy to be around. You all have my deepest sympathy. Remember all the good times. Love and God Bless,
Patty Painter
September 21, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Fred Boger
September 17, 2010
I always had the up-most respect for John and enjoyed working with him in Nelson County,
Fred Boger
Dwight, Lisa, Allie, & Evan Pangle
September 17, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We know he will be missed but your special memories will keep him with you always.
Benny & Tammy Andes
September 17, 2010
Our love and prayers are with you all. May God give you peace and comfort through this difficult time.
Donna Justice Boshears
September 17, 2010
I was sad to hear of your loss. Mr. John Cutlip was a true gentleman. He was always considerate, kind, and a complete professional. I hope you can find peace with the great memories and will keep you in my prayers.
Marsha Coffman Allemong
September 17, 2010
J.D. and Joy, I'm so sorry to hear that Mr. Cutlip passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your many memories bring you comfort.
Christine Robitaille
September 16, 2010
Terry & Family...You all are in my prayers.
betty cheney
September 15, 2010
Dear Gerrgia:
You are in my prayers, I was glad to know him. I will miss him very much.
Dianna Jett
September 15, 2010
My heart goes out to your family at this loss. I know you have many wonderful memories of him. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and I pray that God grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
Spencer McIntosh
September 15, 2010
To the entire Cutlip family,
I first met John when he was appointed as our first County Administrator, and I a young 'cub' reporter for WSIG. His professionalism and knowledge of how things really work in county government were a pleasure to see in action. John was always helpful to me and could be relied upon to provide details that helped me in my news reporting. In later years his friendliness whenever our paths crossed were most welcome. His passing is not only a loss to you, but to his entire extended Shenandoah County family. His 4-H, as well as administrative career are an inspiring and challenging legacy for all to seek to achieve. It was a pleasure knowing John.
Noah's Ark Kennels
September 15, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
NOAH'S ARK KENNELS
Tom & Jane Waters and Jennifer Atwell
September 14, 2010
Please know that you all are in my prayers during this time and in the days to come. So many great memories for me and my family during the 4-H years...
In spirit, I will be with you all in the morning at 11:00....
Regina Fansler Austin
South Boston, VA
Linda and Gene Atwell
September 14, 2010
JD, Joy and family -- Gene, Lillian and I send you our sincerest sympathy in the loss of your father, JD. We lost Gene's dad unexpectedly a month ago and you stop and ask the question, "why?" My answer was that God was looking for another angel. I'm sure your dad is one of those angels now as well. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
David & Amy Colley
September 14, 2010
Melanie & Jeffrey & family,
Our prayers and heartfelt condolences go out to you at this difficult time. May you feel the love of friends and family lifting you up today and in the days to come. Much love and peace,
Patsy Miller
September 14, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with all of
you at this time. God Bless You.
Debbie Kilby
September 14, 2010
With deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. He was a very nice man.
Beverly Jett
September 14, 2010
My very deepest sympathy to the Cutlip family at this time. Mr. Cutlip was a very nice gentleman and will be greatly missed by all.
Penny,Chris,CJ andJacob Orndorff
September 14, 2010
Melanie and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Please take comfort in knowing that he will always be with you and in your heart and that one day you will be reunited with him in Heaven. If there is anything our family can do please don't hesitate to call. God Bless you all. He was such a sweet man.
Dion Pifer
September 14, 2010
J.D. & Melanie,
My deepest sympathies to you and your entire family.
Diana Scharf
September 14, 2010
He was a good Christian man and I am fortunate to have had the pleasure of working for him for so many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Norine Buffkin
September 14, 2010
My prayers and sympathy to you with the loss of your loved one. May God grant you with His love and peace as you go through the grieving process. Cherish the memories and look forward to meeting your loved one again.
Natalie Taylor
September 14, 2010
Hoping that memories will ease your sadness as you remember your favorite moments...Thinking of you at this sad time
ED HAMMAN
September 14, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Katrina Smith
September 14, 2010
We are praying for your entire family.
September 14, 2010
One of the nicest men I ever met. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of grief.
Tony&Missy Spiker-Neal
September 14, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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