James Mccutcheon

SOUTHLAKE -- James Ragsdale McCutcheon II, 64, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2012, surrounded by his family and friends. Funeral: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, at White's Chapel Methodist Church, Founder's Chapel, in Southlake with burial to follow in Sparkman/Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's honor to the following organizations close to his heart, Wounded Warriors and The Aggie Network Memorial Fund. Jim was raised in Waco and was the youngest son of Alfred Holt McCutcheon and Dorothelee Knighton McCutcheon. Jim was passionate about his family, the Fightin' Texas A&M Aggies, the outdoors, and especially fishing. Jim was a proud graduate of the Texas A&M University, Class of 1970, following the tradition of his family legacy. He then served 35 years with Elanco Animal Health (division of Eli Lilly) in various sales and marketing management positions, which enabled him to provide a blessed life for his family. Jim was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, son and friend who will be remembered for his principles, personal integrity, and devotion to his family. Survivors: He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diane Roush McCutcheon; sons, Kevin and Jeff; daughter, Amanda; daughter-in-law, Alisa Finch McCutcheon; granddaughters, Stella and Audrey; sister, Kathleen Reeves; and brother, Alfred H. "Hap" McCutcheon Jr.