Marion Cunningham

I am writing for my mother, Maryon Greenough, to send her condolences. Mom met Marion through James Beard when he was teaching summer classes at the coast in Oregon. My mother assisted Mr. Beard as she was the home ec teacher whose kitchens were the center of the classes. Mom spoke fondly of Marion, and admired her way with food. She said Marion was really pleasant to be around and treated a home ec teacher as a colleague just as she did James Beard. My sympathies also go out to the family.
Mary Kerwin
Cannon Beach, Oregon

My mother and Marion were great friends. Marion autograhed every one of her cookbook's for me. Most are held together by rubber bands because they are used so much. She was an inspiration to me.

So sad to hear of her passing and very sorry that she suffered Alzheimers in her last years. I will always remember her easy-going style and great sense of humor when I took cooking classes with her at her Walnut Creek home in the early 70's. I don't think any of us realized she would become famous but I'm glad she was able to share her wonderful self with the world.

Ms. Cunningham,

Thank you for guiding me through the most elegant, creative and flavorful recipes. I cooked, but your guidance turned me into a single, practical gourmet "foodie" long before the term was coined.

Thank you for your genius.

Will miss your wonderful insight and knowledge.

RIP
Nanette Jeandros

Cathy, So sad to hear this news. I have been searching for you both and trying everything to reach you in last few years. Tried the old house phone but it was disconnected. Mom has Alzheimers as well. It is so horrible. Please contact me. Look on Facebook.