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Michael CUNNINGHAM Obituary

CUNNINGHAM - Michael R. Thursday, May 12, 2011, predeceased by his parents, Robert and Margaret Cunningham; survived by his daughter, Courtney (Matt) Winslow; grandchildren, Cash and Mae Winslow; sister, Leslie (Kevin) Tripodi; brother, Paul (Jeanine) Cunningham; several nieces, nephews and dear friends. Michael was a partner with Eric Mower and Assoc. in Atlanta, GA for many years. Friends are invited to his Memorial Mass, Saturday, June 4, 10:30 AM at St. Joseph's Church, 43 Gebhardt Road, Penfield, NY 14526. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, PO Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142. Arrangements entrusted to the Leo M. Bean and Sons Funeral Home, 2771 Chili Ave., Rochester, NY 14624.

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Published by Buffalo News from May 29 to May 30, 2011.

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Nancy Diomandes

September 14, 2011

Leslie and family

I am so sorry to have heard about your brother. I have many fond memories from Cape Cod when we were all kids. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. I just today heard of your Dad and Uncle's loss as well. They were truely wonderful people and fun to be around. God bless.

Nancy Moran Diomandes
North Attleboro, MA

Alan Alcott

June 13, 2011

My dear "Doc!" I'm treasuring so many memories of our exploits, Michael, from Saratoga to Palm Springs and New York City to Martha's Vineyard. And with them, your passion for living life to its fullest always... in all ways.

Susan Clark

June 6, 2011

Michael was an amazing creative mind; it was such a pleasure to have his insights. He was also a teacher, and provided me with many lessons along the way. Most of all, Michael was FUN - he truly lit up a room. I am going to miss his infectious laugh!

Hudson Ansley

June 4, 2011

Will miss and love you always Doc!
-Hudson

Amy Barrali

June 2, 2011

I met Michael in 1989 when I was an intern at LK&W. He soon became a close and dear friend of mine. I still have the mix tapes he made me and still laugh when I think about all the adventures we had together. He showed me how to live life to the fullest. He showed me what total acceptance looked like. I never meet anyone like him and never will again. I won't cry that he is gone but smile because I knew him.

So sorry for your loss but know his impact on this world will last forever.

Amy Galvin Barrali

The Vastis

June 2, 2011

We feel so lucky to have spent some time with Michael at Matt and Courtney's Brooklyn apartment. We had such a wonderful evening with lots of laughs and we loved watching him with play with Cash. He was so young at heart! Love,

Michael Huggins

June 1, 2011

What a guy! Michael would light up a room with his smile & happy demeanor.That laugh was contagious. He always was wiling to listen but he really did have the best stories. His talent, taste and devotion to work defined themselves. And while we are all missing those jovial times that accompanied his daily travels on Earth, I can't help but thinking that God is very glad to have Michael closer to him.

Chad Wall

June 1, 2011

I called Michael a boss for many years. But he was more than a manager, he was a friend and confidant. He was a caring professional who understood the value of others. He was also a kind and decent man with a strong moral character. And one of the most fashionable people I'll ever know. I'll miss you, Doc.

Jackie (Worrell) Hitchcock

May 29, 2011

Dearest Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I know the heart ache of losing a family member.
Michael was one of my classmates from Williamville.

Kip Brown

May 29, 2011

It was an honor and joy to work with Michael. He brought passion and enthusiasm to his work and to those who he worked with. I admired him. I liked him. And I will remember him with great fondness.

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