William P. Cutler
1812–1889 (age 77)
Historian/Educator
Biography
William P. Cutler dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge, fostering a love of history and learning in countless students. As a historian and educator he brought the past alive, encouraging young minds to connect their own stories with the broader currents of American life.
He believed scholarship should inspire civic engagement and he worked tirelessly to make education accessible, leaving a trail of thoughtful learners in his wake. His memory rests at Oak Grove Cemetery, a quiet witness to an educator's generous life.