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Rita Cunningham Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 7, 2010.

Rita Ann Cunningham BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Rita Ann Cunningham, age 47, crossed over to continue her journey on Saturday, June 5, 2010, at her home. She was born May 23, 1963, in Kingsport, Tenn. She was an employee of Aurora Hardwoods Co. and was preceded in death by her life partner of 18 years, Beverly Latham; and her mother, Betty Jo Flannary. Survivors include: sisters, Judith Larkins, Juanita Housewright and Doris Roberts; brothers, David Larkins, Billy Larkins, Jason Larkins, Casey Larkins and Daniel Larkins; several nieces and nephews; special family, Don, Dollie and all of her lake friends. A funeral service will be held Tuesday, June 8, 2010, at 8 p.m. in the Weaver Funeral Home Chapel with Maggie Ryan officiating. The family will receive friends from 6-7:45 p.m. prior to the service. The burial will be private in Edgefield Cemetery. Online condolences may be registered at www.weaverfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been made with Weaver Funeral Home.

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June 9, 2010

So sorry to hear of Rita's passing.We worked and laughed together almost every day.I'll miss her easy smile and friendship.A good friend.
SFC JOHN S JONES CAMP TAJI IRAQ

June 8, 2010

We were very sorry to hear of the passing of Rita.
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Dianne, Janey and Sarah

June 8, 2010

I will miss you very much! You were always there for me and we laughed and cryed! You will never be forgotten! I Love You!
Tammy Tammy Turner Payne Bristol Tn

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Robin Price

June 7, 2010

I will miss her easy smile and her laugh. She was my friend through good times and bad. I could count on her to always see the funny side of life.

Melissa Arnold

June 7, 2010

Judith, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need me, you know I am here for you.

June 7, 2010

Frank Perry

June 7, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with Rita and thought the world of her, we always laughed and joked about everything,Ill miss her very much.

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