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Richard Cunningham Obituary

Richard Cunningham Sr., 57, of Bedford County, Va., died on Sunday, October 4, 2009, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born to the late Moses and Hazel Cunningham. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Nelms Cunningham; four children, Richard Cunningham Jr., Christopher L. Cunningham, Michele D. (Tyrone) Claytor, and Annette Nelms; six grandchildren, Mercedez J. Mason, Ryia A. Mason, Amber B. Claytor, Bethany C. Claytor, Tatyana S. Claytor, and Aaliyah Nelms; five sisters, Pat Nelms, Ella Woodson, Christine Goode, Doris (Danny) Penn, and Marilyn Jones; one brother, Charles Cunningham; one uncle, Thomas (Mary) Cunningham; one aunt, Annie Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, 2009, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Bedford County. Interment will follow in New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery. Friends may view the remains today, October 7, 2009, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Condolences can be emailed to the family at [email protected]. Arrangements by Bedford Funeral Home, Bedford, Va.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Oct. 6 to Oct. 7, 2009.

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Ricky Perdue

October 20, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Lewis,Doris,Rebecca and Markwon The Martin Family

October 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Linda and William Frey (Wal-mart #1350)

October 8, 2009

May the Lord continue to remind you of His mercies which are renewed daily. Our prayers are with you especially during this difficult time.

ALBERT,SUSAN & WILL EPPERLY

October 8, 2009

Chris, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We pray God will hold you during this time of sadness. We know how much your family means to you. Albert, Susan and Will Epperly

Stephanie Alexander

October 8, 2009

Thinking of you and extending deepest sympathy during this time.

David & Dianne Slade

October 7, 2009

It's very comforting to know that in each new day, God has a plan for each of us and he gives us the strength to see us through times of sorrow. Our prayers are with you.

Raymond and Cindy Arrington

October 7, 2009

To the Cunningham family,be strong and look to the LORD, He will never leave you or forsake you.We will keep the Family in our prayers.

Natalie

October 7, 2009

I LOVE YOU UNLCE RICK!! I"LL SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE!!!

Faye Martin

October 7, 2009

Chris and FAMILY

I am so sorry for your loss! Just know that Richard is in a better place and that God will take care of him.
God Bless!

Buddy Johnston

October 7, 2009

Sorry for your loss Richard will be missed by those that worked with him he was a good friend Buddy Johnston

Annie Jenkins

October 7, 2009

To Pat and Family.
My deepest sympathies during your time of loss. Please accept my condolences in the loss of your loved one.
Cousin Annie

Nancy Banker

October 7, 2009

I wanted to send you my prayers . I am sorry for your loss. May God Bless You.

Kevin & Phyllis Dellis

October 7, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

IRMA GARRETT-AKERS

October 6, 2009

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU.

October 6, 2009

I would like to express my sympathy for the loss of your loved one. My prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of grief. W. Hall and Family

Mike & Cindy Peters

October 6, 2009

We will miss you deeply Richard, thanks for all the help over the years and your wonderful personality. Family members, may the lord look over you all.

Matthew&Linda Nelms

October 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

October 6, 2009

May God Bless you and Keep you family in the time of need, we are praying as always for you.
Rev. Stanley W. Goodwin & Ministry of Glory Church Family

Pat Robertson

October 6, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Holly Farrell

October 6, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of Richie. My brother was friends with Richie, and he thought very highly of him....please accept my sympathy....i am sorry.

Jeffrey & Rochelle Robey

October 6, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to to help the family at this time. May God continue to bless you and your family as we continue to pray for your strength.

Bruce,Phyllis, Monica Parker

October 6, 2009

Richard was a good person and never met a stranger a kind and caring person always smiling full of laughter. Bruce loved the conversations they had about cars and racing. God has another flower in his beautiful garden. We will keep you in our prayers now and always.

Rodney and Bernadette Jackson

October 6, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Marcia Reynolds

October 6, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Debbie Forrest

October 6, 2009

To the family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Richard. If there is anything that I can do, please feel free to call on me. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Talma Mills

October 6, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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