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Timothy Cunningham Obituary
A graduate of Morehouse College and Harvard University, Tim Cunningham was an epidemiologist, working for the chronic disease department of the CDC.
A ""Celebration of Life"" service is planned on the Morehouse College campus. It will be 10 a.m. Saturday April 21, 2018 in the King Chapel at Morehouse College, 830 Westview Dr SW, Atlanta, GA 30314. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Morehouse in Cunningham's name or to the homeless ministry at Atlanta's First United Methodist Church.
Timothy Cunningham was born in Montgomery, Ala., and lived in the Philippines from age 3 to 5 because of his parents' military careers, according to his family. The family later relocated to Maryland, where Timothy grew up before he attended Morehouse for his undergraduate degree. Cunningham later earned two graduate degrees at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. In November, The Atlanta Business Chronicle named Cunningham to its ""40 Under 40"" list for his accomplishments.
Read more about Timothy Cunningham on AJC.com
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a statement Thursday regarding the apparent drowning death of Timothy Cunningham.
""CDR Timothy Cunningham's colleagues and friends at CDC are deeply saddened to learn of his death. Tim was a treasured member of the CDC family and his work as an epidemiologist was invaluable to CDC's efforts to protect the health, safety, and security of Americans. " Read the full statement
Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Cunningham
474 Entries
Ruth
December 24, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Bonds
July 16, 2019
I did not know Dr. Tim Cunningham, but I know his heavenly Father. RIP Dr. Tim, good a faithful servant.
D
January 3, 2019
This brilliant man was taken from this earth too soon. I think of him often and its just devistating. My condolences to his family and friends. May he Rest In Peace now.
Angie
June 19, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of this brilliant, beautiful man. I hope he is at peace. Much love to his family.
Richard Burnett
May 23, 2018
RIP Timothy.
Miri Knight
May 2, 2018
Asking our Heavenly Father to help the Cunningham family heal over the loss of their dear Tim. Will keep you all in my heart and my prayers.
Linda
April 30, 2018
No greater Earthly pain than a child's death.
Our Father knows.
April 28, 2018
With heartfelt sympathy. Please accept my deepest condolences. May you continue to cherish his precious memories together. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort to offer you comfort and the strength to endure during these difficult times ahead.
Thera Henry
April 26, 2018
This is so so sad. I pray that some how the family will find out what really happened to him so there can be some closure on this situation. Lord be with the family.
Yvonne Solomon
April 26, 2018
My deep and heartfelt condolences to the Cunningham family.There are no words to explain the loss of such a promising young man. my prayers are for your great Sorrow. And our great loss. A man dedicated to a work to benefit humanity.Please keep in mind the words of Heb.6:10 "God is not unrighteous so as to forget our works." It is a powerful blessing to be remembered by Jehovah God.
Felisha Dixon
April 26, 2018
Sending my condolences & prayers to the family
Carolyn M
April 25, 2018
Sending our deepest most sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Timothy Cunningham. We never had the honor of meeting Dr. Tim but feel we do know how "genuinely pure" his heart was. May God comfort all of your painful hearts and bring you all some peace of mind knowing that you raised a wonderfully honest person who used his knowledge for the better of all mankind. Rest in peace young man and your spirit knows Bo is getting complete love from all of your family.
April 25, 2018
My utmost respect and sincerest condolences to the Cunningham family and friends. May God grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding and may Dr. Cunningham rest in peace.
With love from a member of your CDC family,
Courtney Callahan
April 24, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Bishop Irvine Bryer
April 23, 2018
May God bless the Cunningham Family and Friends
May God grant peace and rest for you each of you.
We hear! Servant of God, well done Thy glorious warfare's past: The battles' we fought, the race is won, And thou art crowned at last--
Charles Wesley
Geraldine S Perry
April 22, 2018
I will always remember how impressed I was with how brilliant Tim was, yet so full of humility. He was always willing to jump right in to help whenever he was needed, whether to provide training, to mentor, or just give advice. Tim accomplished so much in his short years. He was a bright star, gone much too soon. Tim is gone from our sight but he will never leave our hearts. I will forever remember his beautiful smile, his compassion, love, and kindness. May God accept him into his kingdom and comfort his family and friends. Rest In Peace my friend.
Betty Lane
April 21, 2018
Dr. Cunningham will forever be remembered. He lives on in the minds and hearts of the pure in heart.
Josephine Thomas
April 21, 2018
REST IN PARADISE. SUCH A SAD TRAGEDY. MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Alicia Cruz
April 21, 2018
Dr. Cunningham I did not know you but know people who do. They spoke so highly of you, your work ethic & your spirit. You touched so many lives. Your legacy is one of encouragement & will never die. Rest peacefully in eternity.
RADM (ret) Clara H. Cobb
April 21, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Cunningham family. Praying God's strength for all of you. We honor and appreciate Tim's service and contributions. He will be greatly missed.
nana fokuo
April 21, 2018
my deepest love and thoughts to the family. I hope God comforts his mom. A great person to be remembered, Tim.
Allyn Stewart
April 21, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Tim. I did not know Timothy but was impressed by his intelligence, his service to people and country and his super smile. I followed his story and was hoping and praying for a happy ending. When I heard the news of his passing I was very sad and sat for a long time in silence asking why! I can only conclude that God wanted to add a bright and beautiful star to the heavens. Peace and love to you.
Rosalyn and Pete Wesley
April 21, 2018
Tia and Terrell, we are deeply saddened about Timothy, and send you our heartflet condolences. We will always remember that smiling baby boy who allowed me to hold him so close. God be with you and keep you during this time, and may you find solace in your beautiful memories of Timothy !
Johnnie primes
April 21, 2018
Dear Tim thank you for everything that you ever did for humanity May the creator receive your spirit with great joy and gladness
Phyllis Main
April 20, 2018
Rest in Peace dear brethren.I had not met Tim but bore his burdens when I first came across his story. May God give strength to his dear family.
S. Slocumb
April 20, 2018
My most sincere condolences goes to the Cunningham family, friends and co-workers at CDC. You all are in my thoughts and prayers, praying that God will give you peace and comfort your hearts during this time.
Robin Wilson
April 20, 2018
Dr. Cunningham was an exemplary colleague. More importantly, he was a kind and generous person. He will be greatly missed in the public health community. I extend my sincere condolences to his family.
April 19, 2018
Thank you Dr. Cunningham for everything you have done for this Country.
My prayers go out to you, your lovely family and also to Bo.
Rest in peace, Doctor.
Lynda
California resident
Rhonda Harris
April 19, 2018
I am praying for your family. You will be truly missed.
A Green
April 19, 2018
I don't know you but I thank you on behalf of the world for all you have done to keep us all safe. My condolences to your family. Heaven became a little brighter as you entered the gates. RIP
April 18, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Shelia Daniel
April 18, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
YAnderson
April 18, 2018
My sincere condolences to each of you for your loss of your beloved Timothy.
Kalah
April 18, 2018
This news breaks my heart. Sending love and positive energy to his family and loved ones. Rest well.
Melinda Salmon
April 17, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of Timothy's passing. Something about his story touched me. His family is in my thoughts.
April 17, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tad
April 17, 2018
Our deepest condolences, we pray for comfort and peace for his family.
May God rest brother Tim's soul in His peace! Amen!
Tabitha McMillian
April 17, 2018
Rest in Heavenly Peace! You will be missed by many and never forgotten!
Tabitha McMillian
April 17, 2018
My deepest condolences to Commander Timothy Cunningham's family during this difficult time of grief. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. Cherish the many memories created over the years and hold tight to God's unchanging hand.
CDC Colleauge
April 17, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to the family of Cmdr Cunningham. My prayer is that you find strength, comfort and understanding during this difficult time. May Tim rest peacefully in heaven!
Rhonda Cason
April 17, 2018
I am sending heartfelt prayers for Timothy's parents, family and friends. My heart goes out to each of you. May God comfort you and bless you with peace.
Tina Robinson
April 16, 2018
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to Mr. Cunningham's family and his friends. My prayer is that you find strength and comfort in God's word during this difficult time.
C Gilmore
April 16, 2018
My condolences to the family of Commander Cunningham.
Martha K
April 16, 2018
Heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Love and prayers.
Martha K
April 16, 2018
My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Cunningham family. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow and loss.
Tim was more than a colleague, he was a friend to me, and mentor to my son. Always ready to listen and provide advice, Tim had such warmth and generosity of spirit. Words cannot begin to express the loss we feel. We will miss him. Rest in peace dear Tim, til we meet again.
Bethany
April 16, 2018
Prayers for family and friends of Timothy. My heart goes out to you with such tragic loss. May God's peace and comfort be with you.
CDC Colleague
April 16, 2018
I would like to send my heartfelt sympathy to CDR Cunningham. Although, I did not know him personally, I have not heard anything but positivity about a man who is gone so soon. I pray a peace that surpasses all understanding and God's comfort and strength to the family during this time. May God continue to bless the family.
Selina M
April 16, 2018
I would like to extend my condolences to Tim's family, friends and co-workers. I did not have the opportunity to work with him but I had the pleasure of seeing him around campus, and he always greeted me with a warm heart and smile. Praying God gives you the strength to cope with your loss.
Vicki Laine
April 16, 2018
Continually lifting the Cunningham into the Hands of the Lord! Praying for continued strength for Tim's family and friends.
"We all come to this world to be a tourist, enjoy life, sightseeing, do our good deeds and then God calls us home".
CENTERS FOR DISEASE AND PREVENTION
CDC Colleague
April 16, 2018
Deepest Sympathy to the family of CDR Cunningham. May God bless you all during your time of bereavement and the days ahead.
S H
April 16, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the family of Timothy Cunningham. Please know that God is aware of what you are going through. May you take comfort in His promise to remember your loved one with a wonderful future. Hosea 13:14
Wilda Parker-Collins
April 16, 2018
My prayers go out to your family at this time. WPC
CAW
April 16, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends in your hour of grief. May you find peace and comfort in the God of all comfort. Matt 5:4.
Marilyn Brown
April 16, 2018
My husband and I are the parents of a 3O year old Atlanta epidemiologist; so when this story broke it immediately peaked our interest. Epidemiology is not a science that is of common knowledge to most so Im sure that Timothys choice of career had to be explained to most. As his parents, I KNOW that you were proud in doing so! Although we have never met, Ive watched every one of your television interviews and I see such loving parents. How my heart sympathizes for your pain and I pray that God grants you the peace that He promises in His Word, a peace that will surpass your own understanding!!!
Know that you are in the prayers of others.
April 15, 2018
May the God of all comfort be wth the family.
Jana Anderson
April 15, 2018
My condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jean Beierle
April 15, 2018
I will always remember Tims infectious smile and his positive yearning to learn R. I. P.
April 15, 2018
May the family and friends of Mr. Cunningham find strength in the God of all comfort. 2 Cor. 1: 3 and 4
kiki
April 15, 2018
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. IS 41:10
Lisa Neighbor
April 15, 2018
Prayers are with you and those that are left behind!
Sandra McLaurin
April 14, 2018
May you be comforted by the hope that God gives us of seeing our ones again. My condolences for your loss.
Katrina Taylor
April 13, 2018
Prayers and condolences to the Cunningham family. Tim was a friendly, warm, and intelligent young man who made an impact on the people he met and the world. He will be missed, but remembered fondly.
Bryan S
April 13, 2018
I would like to extend my deepest condolences to Tim's family, friends, and co-workers. I had the pleasure of working with Tim for a year and a half on a USPHS Committee and he was one of the best officers that I have ever worked with. Tim was also a great scientist, a fantastic leader, and a terrific person. Tim will be missed greatly. God bless.
Mattie Simms
April 13, 2018
RIP Timothy, Gone to soon. I didn't know you, but Admire you for your exuberant spirit and the the love you bestowed upon everyone you knew. My condolences to your family and friends. We to were a military family.
You will be remembered by the hearts you touched. Family, there is no burden that God can't heal. Stay in prayer.
Simms family, Fort Washington, Maryland
Scott Lewis
April 13, 2018
I did not have the pleasure of knowing CDR Cunningham but I was deeply moved by the learning of his passing. I would like to offer my deepest condolences to his family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Captain Scott J. Lewis, US Public Health Service, US Food and Drug Administration.
Kathlin Jones
April 13, 2018
My deepest, heart felt condolences to the family of Timothy Cunningham..God Bless
Theresa Currie
April 12, 2018
Please accept my deepest condolences for your familys loss.
Oona Powell
April 12, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family.
Shirley A Spencer
April 12, 2018
To the family of Mr.Timothy Cunningham you have my deepest sympathy keep trusting in the Lord he will in time heal all wounds.
Alice Corey
April 12, 2018
My deepest condolences for his parents, siblings, and friends.
I didn't know him, except for what I learned after he went missing. But, from that, I have to say this world became a much darker place because it lost one of it's most brightest stars.
He is in the arms of the Angels now, with our Heavenly Father. I hope that knowledge will somehow ease the hearts of his mother and father.
A tragic loss, a terribly tragic loss.
From a passing stranger,
With my love and condolences,
A. F. C.
T Bradshaw
April 12, 2018
May God Bless his family and keep Timothy's memories alive. I didn't know Timothy, but I can tell he was incredible, intelligent, and kind. Please accept my sympathy.
Helen Avery
April 12, 2018
May God hold your family in the palm of his hands in this sad time. My deepest sympathy
Beverly Ferguson
April 12, 2018
My heart is so deeply saddened by your loss. I did not know this young man, but only through the media was I able to get a clear picture of who he was as a person.
It is evident by the outpouring of love that Tim was a kind, loving and gentle soul. His goals, aspirations and motivation to continue to make major contributions in his life long work is evident by the accomplishments he achieved. Thank God for this beautiful soul who positively touched the lives of so many. To Timothy's parents, loved ones, Bo and friends, my prayers are with you. It is difficult for a parent to lose a child.
R.I.P. Tim. Your legacy will live on.
Dr. Ruby Jackson
April 12, 2018
My condolences to the family
antoinette whitfield
April 12, 2018
deepest sympathy to the Cunningham family.
Sparkle Buissereth
April 12, 2018
My heart is saddened and there are no words to express the loss I feel of losing such an incredible soul. Met Dr. Cunningham several times and all I see in my brain no his is warm smile and personal demeanor. Rest with all our love Dr. Timothy.
Sparkle Buissereth
April 12, 2018
My heart is saddened and there are no words to express the loss I feel of losing such an incredible soul. Rest with all our love Dr. Timothy.
~sparkle
The C. McLean Family
April 12, 2018
To the Parents and Family: Please accept our condolences. Know that Mr. Cunningham's contributions are appreciated. God will take care of his beautiful spirit. Thank you for sharing Mr. Cunningham; and we are grateful for his work for the greater good of ALL citizens. We pray God's hand of comfort abide with you throughout this time.
Sally Gilley
April 12, 2018
My deepest sympathy for the loss of such a wonderful soul, Tim. Thank God that He allowed Tim to touch all of us on his journey. May God continue to bless all of you and give you comfort and strength.
Sharon Martin
April 12, 2018
My sincere condolences for the loss of your beloved son, brother, friend and our CDC colleague. Truly a remarkable young man, he will be missed. Lifting you all in prayer during this difficult time.
April 12, 2018
My deepest sympathy. A wonderful young man taken too soon. Many prayers for the Cunningham family. God bless you.
Chavarria Family, California
Katrina
April 12, 2018
My condolences to the Cunningham family! Prayers for your son!
Jackie Daley
April 11, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Cunningham family on the loss of Timothy. There is nothing more gut wrenching than the lost of a child with so much to give. My prayers go out to you all.
Rich Cunningham
April 11, 2018
RIP Doc! What an incredible contribution you made to the world!
See you on the other side. IJN.....amen
Adrienne Harps
April 11, 2018
Words cannot express how deeply touched I am for your loss. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Dr. Cunningham but is deeply saddened by the circumstances surrounding his death. May God place his loving arms of comfort, peace, guidance and understanding around the family during this tremendous loss.
Cynthia Slaughter
April 11, 2018
Praying for the entire Cunningham family.
Danielle Bernstein
April 11, 2018
My sympathy goes out to the entire Cunningham family. Although it has been a long time since we worked together, I will always have the best memories of working with Tim. Tim was brilliant and kind and his sense of humor made office work more enjoyable. He will truly be missed and may his memory be a blessing.
Kenneth Johnson
April 11, 2018
Tim was special in every way. Kind, compassionate, brilliant, and committed to those he loved. We're better for knowing him. Prayers for the family's strength.
Nia Imani-Diarra
April 10, 2018
We ALL mourn the loss of this wonderful young man,sometimes there are no words, to describe this level of PAIN!
James Colson
April 10, 2018
Rest in Peace Dr. Cunningham. Who was a valued member of the medical community. Your services and dedication to all in need will certainly be remembered.
Amal Walee
April 10, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Proud to have had such a brilliant Doctor in our state.
Cindy Poortinga
April 10, 2018
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. May your memories keep him close to your heart.
Edith Schafer
April 10, 2018
We celebrate your life and all you have given. To your family and friends remember when the difficulties of life approach, RUN to GOD for comfort and not away from HIM. Take comfort in his precious LOVE.
Callie Chatman
April 10, 2018
You all are in my prayers
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