Harriet Ann Cutshall

of Lake Jackson, TX

July 2, 1941 - September 13, 2020

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Harriet Ann (Reed) Cutshall born to Jesse Raymond Reed and Ruby Margaret (Westman) Reed on July 2, 1941 in Gunter, Texas and was called to her eternal resting place on September 13, 2020 after 79 years of life. She graduated from Sulfur Springs High School in 1959, and then earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from Texas Women's University in 1962. She followed with her Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling from University of North Texas in 1965. She met her husband to be on a blind date arranged by his brother in 1965. She was married to James (Jim) Cutshall on June 4, 1967 and celebrated their 53rd anniversary in 2020. They raised a daughter, Caley, and a son, Reed. She made a happy place for her children and their friends to come and play and she loved to create memorable events for birthdays and other gatherings. She taught school for a short time in Hurst, TX then moved to West Columbia to teach Spanish at the high school in 1963. She left teaching to have her family. While the children were young, she taught English to the wives of international employees of Dow Chemical and helped them become acclimated to the Brazosport area. This gave our children a wonderful sense of people from around the world. After the kids were grown, she went to work for Brazosport ISD as an elementary school counselor and retired from BISD in 2000. Harriet was a positive person who wanted to make a difference and found a calling with CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for 13 years where she was a constant link to assigned children under the care of foster parents in Child Protective Services. She was also involved with the 7th & 8th grade after school program called "The Hall" at St Timothy's Episcopal Church. It was a safe place for children to be after school until parents were able to pick them up. She loved people and was often helpful to others with her counseling skills. She has four grandchildren she adored, who call her Gram or G-Ramster. She always had something special for them to do when they came to visit including special vacation trips. She attended and was involved with St Timothy's Episcopal Church and was a long term Bible Study student with BSF and later Community Bible Study.

Harriet was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Margaret Reed.

She is survived by Jim, her husband of 53 years; their daughter, Caley Lee (Chris) of College Station and son Reed Cutshall (Erin) of Sugar Land; Grandsons Braden and Ryan Lee along with granddaughters MaryEvyn and Hollis Cutshall; a brother, Stan Reed (Cherry) of Melissa, TX; along with nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and numerous friends.

She will be missed by all who knew her. Due to the pandemic, the family plans a private funeral on Saturday, September 19th at Lakewood Chapel. A memorial service will be schedule at a later date. In lieu of flowers, make donations to "The Hall" at St Timothy's or the capital fund of St Timothy's Episcopal Church in Lake Jackson.

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34 Condolence(s)
Kit wade
Prosper, TX
Sunday, October 11, 2020

I cannot imagine a world without Harriet. She will be missed.

JAnet Parker
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Harriet, you were not only a wonderful sister-in-law but you were the biggest child advocate I've ever met. I will miss you dearly. I will try to look after your kiddos as best an aunt can do, but never like their mom could. Goodbye, my friend.

Roger Jacobs
Grand Saline, TX
Sunday, September 27, 2020

We always had a great time in Ms. Reed Spanish Class 1967-68 at West Columbia High School. Some years later I ran into her and her husband at a Dow Chemical social event, to my surprise, she remembered me. I think of her and it brings a smile for me. Ms. Reed you were a special Lady!

Craig & Loretta
Missouri City, TX
Sunday, September 27, 2020

Gods piece be with you and your loved ones

Julia Cain
MCKINNEY, TX
Tuesday, September 22, 2020

Prayers of peace during your time of loss.

Alton and Marilyn Martin
Austin, TX
Monday, September 21, 2020

Jim, we are sorry for your loss and the pain you and Harriet suffered during her illness. We remember our joy together many years ago playing bridge with you and Harriet. She was the person who introduced us to duplicate.

Erika Longoria
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, September 21, 2020

My deepest condolences to you, Jim, and your family. Harriet was such a wonderful friend. I loved having her for a partner in our Tai Chi class. She was always positive, smiling, and fun to be with. She will truly be missed by all !

Shirley Rentrop
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, September 21, 2020

Jim - I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful person with a wonderful life and family. So glad I met you while working at Dow. Take care.

Randy Caputa
Gerrmantown, TN
Monday, September 21, 2020

Jim, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife Harriet. Harriet and your family will be in my prayers. Randy

Doug Hathcock
Houston, TX
Sunday, September 20, 2020

Jim, I am so sorry to hear this. I really enjoyed working for you. You made a big difference in my life. I guess that is what matters in life.

Linda Mason Talas
Hungerford, TX
Saturday, September 19, 2020

See you soon. Hope they have tennis in heaven so you can beat me some more. You were a very good person.

Inell L Dunn
Lake Jackson, TX
Friday, September 18, 2020

Jim and family, I'm so sorry learn of Harriet's passing.
My condolences.

Inell

Mick Vance
LONGMONT, CO
Friday, September 18, 2020

Jim, We are so sorry for your loss. Harriet was always so welcoming and gracious any time we visited the Gulf Coast.
May God bless and comfort you and your family during this most
difficult time. Please know that we will be praying for you all.

Mick and Dean Vance

Cheryl Epps
Travelers Rest, SC
Friday, September 18, 2020

Jim, I am so sorry to hear of Harriet's passing. I often think about the fun times we all had back in the good old days. Our bridge club was the best and she was always ready for a new adventure. Like the time we played at the national bridge convention in San Antonio. Even though we came in next to last we had a great time and many remembrances. One of the things Harriet has left me with is the determination to always keep learning. Kenneth and I are moving back to Texas in October, so please let us know when the memorial service will take place. Until then we send our prayers to you and your family. God bless you all.

Larry Cole
West Columbia, TX
Friday, September 18, 2020

Mr. Jim and family,
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all.

Bob Blankenship
Garland, TX
Thursday, September 17, 2020

I wish my condolences to: Jim, Caley and Reed. May God bless all of you and help you with your loss. I'm sorry that I will not be able to attend my sweet cousin Harriets funeral. But our prayers are with you always
She is in the loving arm of God

Mike Mulherin
Lakehills, TX
Thursday, September 17, 2020

Jim and family,

I'm so sorry to hear about Harriet's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. I will be praying for y'all during these difficult times. May she rest in peace, God be good to her.

Jacqueline Rab
Bay City, TX
Thursday, September 17, 2020

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My mom and Mary Cutshall were best friends. Through the years I have gotten to watch a beautiful family. Harriet will be missed. She was a sweet, special lady.

Ron & Diana
Gainesville, FL
Thursday, September 17, 2020

We are so sorry that Harriett has passed. We're thinking of all of you & pray for your strength.

JAnet Parker
Lake JacksonWhat a wonderful and supportive, TX
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

What a wonderful and supportive sister-in-law you were for over 50 years. You had such an extensive list of activities you were involved in, from quilting to scrapbooking, and sewing to numerous activities at church, much involvement at O.A. Fleming Elem. BISD.

Ken Allison
Houston, TX
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

I am blessed to have had the privilege to know and befriend this lovely lady. I know she will have her home in Heaven organized and in good order in short time!

David & Ruth Roland
Lake Jackson, TX
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Trish and John Beatty
Kelowna, TX
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

With deepest sympathy on the loss of a beautiful wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Our hearts are broken on the loss of Harriet who we all loved. We will cherish her memories forever. Sleep well dear friend.

Trish, John, and family from Canada and Texas.

Thomas Robison
Brazil, IN
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

Jim, Me and Dee would like to express our deepest symphony for your lose of Harriet. Thanks again for calling on her passing.
Tom and Dee Robison

Dale Walker
Lake Jackson, TX
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

I always admired Harriet's positive attitude and the way she dealt with whatever life handed her. We will all miss her.
Dale

Suzanne and Chuck Stofer
Hot Springs Village, AR
Wednesday, September 16, 2020

That smile is SO Harriett -- great picture, fond memories. Prayers for Jim and the family.

Bennie and Marcy Reed
Mckinney, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

She was a great lady!

Stephen
Foxborough, MA
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Reed and family; God's Peace to you.

Kadry Ashour
Houston, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Our sincere condolences and prayers for you all.
May god grant her mercy and grant you all patience.

Carolyn Clark Mcpherson
Sulphur Springs, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

I'm a classmate in Sulphur Springs.
My prayers are with the family.
The last time I saw Harriet was at a class reunion.

She will be missed,

Annada Elliott Jones
SULPHUR SPRINGS, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Loved, loved Harriet. We who knew her will miss her terribly. We here in Sulphur Springs will be praying for all of you.

Adie Walls
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

What a neat lady Harriet was. She will be missed by the community as well. Prayers for comfort.

Ed Barrios
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

Harriet was a lovely person that I've know since the early 1970's. She will be missed by everyone that knew her. Condolences to Jim and the family.

Regina Johnson
Houston, TX
Tuesday, September 15, 2020

I remember Harriet with great fondness. She will be missed. My condolences to the family.