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Robert Cunningham Obituary
April 30, 1921 ~ February 2, 2011
PUYALLUP, WA - Colonel (Ret.) Robert F. Cunningham, a soldier and beloved husband and father, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2011. He was 89 years old. Jack was a resident of Du Pont, Washington for almost three years, lived over 40 years in Monterey, California, and will be buried with family in attendance in San Carlos Cemetery in Monterey.
Jack was a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and decorated soldier who served his country during a period of wars, 1941-1973. He led a Reconnaissance troup of the Second Cavalry through five campaigns during WWII. For his conduct and leadership he was decorated with The Silver Star, The Bronze Star with Cluster, The Legion of Merit, The French Croix de Guerre, and was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in action. After retirement from the U.S. Army, he worked as a research systems analyst for three separate civilian corporations until 1986.
Jack was a devoted family man. He believed in God, country and his family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn. He is survived by his daughter, Frances Lynn Burcham of Albuquerque, New Mexico; his daughter, Jacqueline Cunningham Edwards of Puyallup; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
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Rudolph I. Estrada
February 7, 2021
I served in South Korea with Col. Cunningham. He was a fine man and terrific soldier. He served as my CO with Special Troops at Camp Red Cloud, Uijongbu, South Korea, 1969-70. I was honored when he awarded me with the U.S. Army Commendation Medal for my service while under his leadership. At the time I was living in Los Angeles and he in Monterey, California. He always paid high compliments about Monterey and in I once paid him a visit at his home in Monterey. I eventually purchased a home in Pacific Grove (on the Monterey Peninsula) and now understand what he meant about the beauty of Monterey. RIP Col. Cunningham.
Stephen Amodt
February 27, 2011
I salute a patriotic American warrior who fought in three wars. You, sir, are the generation that saved the world and this is not to be contested. I never met you but thank you for your many sacrifices. God blesss and keep you, sir, for you are a true role model. Very respectfully, Stephen W. Amodt Captain, USMC retired.
Judy Sandell
February 27, 2011
Dear Uncle Jack,
Your dry wit and twinkling eyes will always be remembered.
Love, Judy
Ed Sandell
February 27, 2011
"Uncle Jack" was a beloved member of our family. The way he lived his life....with dignity and integrity, spoke volumes about the man he was. Uncle Jack and I spoke many times about our "military" lives, and he was an icon for me to admire in my childhood. The sacrifices he made for this country are much appreciated. I was always amazed at how such a strong man could have such a gentle spirit. RIP, Ed Sandell
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