Benjamin Alexander Cuttino

Today the Love of My Life Became My Guardian Angel I have truly been blessed since meeting Ben on May 16, 1978, almost 42 years ago. I know in my heart and soul that we were meant to be together; although he has been stolen from me way to soon. At this moment I can barely breathe and feel that a piece of my heart has been torn away forever. I cannot imagine my life without Bennie; but will find solace through the priceless gifts he has given me. - Our Son Phil; who has his Father's sense of humor, kind heart and passion for life. - Our Daughter-in-Law Cammy; who grew to love him as a Father. - Our Grandson Vincent; with whom we shared so many wonderful summer vacations and has grown into a young man himself. I know Vince will always cherish the times spent with his Gramps and know that he will live on in his heart and memories. - The moments we shared as Lovers, Best Friends, Husband and Wife, as well as Partners in Crime. Always remembering to love and hold one another. Some would say connected at the hip; a comment we were most proud of. I would like to Thank each of you that reached out to Bennie during his illness. Although we cried often over the fact...[more]

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at world events precluded us spending time with family and friends; your cards, calls and more importantly, prayers provided comfort. When you think of Bennie, please remember the kind, humorous man that he was. He lived life daily thinking of others. - Our "Kids," whom he loved and spent time with as much as possible; always providing guidance and wisdom. - Our extended family, brought together through marriage. My Parents, whom we spoke with daily; Siblings from both sides, four amazing God Kids, along with Nieces, Nephews, Aunts and Uncles. All part of our "Family Bush" as he liked to joke. - Friends that became part of our Family, including his Georgia Tech Fraternity Brothers, Fellow Optimist Members, Neighbors and others we were blessed to meet over the years. - Our Youth as demonstrated by his commitment to The Apple Valley Optimist Club and support of programs to "Bring Out The Best In Kids". We were blessed to be able to return home last Friday to our beautiful Cave Creek Oasis. Ben received his last wish to be surrounded by the Family he loved. He passed early this morning in my arms as the sun rose and lit his loving face. Please be happy for him and remember to Celebrate the Man he was. Reflect upon a special moment you shared or think about your favorite joke he told. Know that he is looking down from Heaven and enjoying the celebration as he watches over all those that he loved. Thank you once more for being by our side throughout this journey. Sending Fist Bumps, Hugs and Love to All. Sandy and Bennie too... Ben is survived by his Wife Sandy, Son Phil, Daughter-in-Law Cammy, Grandson Vincent and sister Beverly Morrow. A virtual memorial service was held in his honor on April 9, 2020, joined by Family and Friends across the country. Our "Hearts Across America" united to celebrate and say a Prayer in his Honor and make a Toast for the Man he was on Earth and the Angel he is in Heaven.