New Jersey lost a bit of its charm and character on November 20, 2023 with the departure of Fred Cutler.

Born on May 20, 1945, Fred grew up in Brooklyn with his parents Sam and Selma, brother Ron and sister Nancy Ron. When asked about his childhood, his memories usually consisted of fishing in Prospect Park, stickball games in the alleys and tales from Erasmus High School.

Shortly after college at Long Island University, Fred served with honor in the Coast Guard, a testament to his sense of commitment to others and responsibility. Later in life, his work ethic and business sense served him well to become a respected figure in the transportation and warehousing industry.

Fred’s first love was sports, where his admiration for the Dodgers lasted throughout his lifetime, usually rehashing stories of Duke Snider and Roy Campanella. His admiration for sports ran deep and many will remember the spirited debates he sparked, usually related to the Mets struggles through most of their years. He did experience some taste of success in his horse racing days, owning a few horses that earned him a trip to the winner’s circle.

It was during a summer stint in the Catskills that Fred met the love of his life, a waitress named Lynn, which culminated in 54 years of marriage. They became two best friends, laughing with, and caring for each other through every corner of life. Fred’s affection for his wife and kids was boundless. Through humor, unwavering companionship, honesty and respect, he communicated a love that transcended words. If questioned about his goals in life, his admitted mission was always to provide his children with opportunities greater than the ones available to him as a child, and in that he succeeded beyond even his own wildest dreams.

A primary passion that defined Fred’s legacy was his steadfast commitment to coaching, especially baseball. For over 30 years, he not only coached his own son and daughter, but became a mentor to countless other youngsters that undoubtedly remember him even to this day. The sense of pride he carried from these experiences was immeasurable. His teachings endure, living on in the skills and values passed down to the various players who came across him during their childhood. Some of his fondest memories came from coaching, which explains why his favorite moments became being able to watch his grandchildren excel in the sports he loved. He could always be found cheering from the sidelines or watching streamed games from afar.

As we bid farewell to Fred, we remember his contagious laughter and legendary stories. In all our memories, he remains the man who is short-tempered but reasonable, radically honest and direct but lovable, and always witty and hilarious. Fred will forever be etched in the hearts of family, friends and neighbors.

In his final days at home in Eatontown, NJ, he was surrounded by his entire family. He is survived by his wife Lynn, daughter Amanda and her husband Bryan, son David, and the lights of his life, his three grandchildren Kamryn, Zachary, Jaxon, and his brother Ron.

Visitation will be Monday, November 27^th beginning at 10:30 am until the time of the service at 11:00 am at the Woolley-Boglioli Funeral Home, 10 Morrell Street, Long Branch.  Entombment to follow in Woodbine Mausoleum.