Dianne Frieda Cutler

Dianne (Frieda) Cutler of Bastrop, Texas, formerly of Bryan, passed away in the presence of her loved ones in the early morning hours of Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, at the age of 81.

Dianne lived an exemplary life of unwavering love and devotion to her family, who were always at the center of her world. A native Texan, she was born on February 4, 1945, in Tyler to Henry Jo and Eunice, first-generation Americans, and was raised in Galena Park, near Houston. In 1970 she settled in Bryan, where she raised her children and worked as a banking professional for more than 20 years. She later retired to Anderson, Texas, with her husband, Elmer Glenn Cutler, who preceded her in death 11 years ago and whom she missed dearly. Earlier this year, she made her home in Bastrop.

In the years after losing Glenn, Dianne devoted herself entirely to her children and grandchildren, who lovingly knew her as Grandma. She cherished every moment caring for them and spending time with each of them. She leaves behind a legacy of love, unity, and strength for her family to carry forward.

She is survived by her three sons, Michael, Russell, and Scott Brown; her daughter-in-law, Amber Brown; her two stepsons, David and Doug; her seven grandchildren, Elizabeth (Michael), Colten and Bailey (Russell), and CyAnn, Emberleigh, Bryce, and Kaitlyn (Scott and Amber); and her great-granddaughter, Elliana (Bailey).

Honoring her wish to remain in Bastrop, Dianne's care has been entrusted to Providence Funeral Home of Bastrop, Texas. A memorial stone will be placed beside her beloved husband, Glenn, in Carlos, Texas. Her family will gather privately to celebrate her life.

From her family:

Her love and pride for each of us is greater than anything that could ever divide us. We will miss her loving presence in our lives dearly, but we rejoice that her soul is with the Lord, who has delivered her from all the pain and struggles of this earthly life. We will honor her memory and carry her love with us always.

"Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also."

— John 14:1–3