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John Cunningham Obituary
John "Mr. C." Cunningham, age 85 passed away peacefully at home in care of Hospice Plus in Palestine, Tx., on November 18, 2017. John was born October 20, 1932 in Houston, Tx., to Luther and Thelma Nolen Cunningham. He graduated from Sam Houston University in 1955, he went on and received his Masters Degree at the University of Houston in 1964. John began his teaching career in 1956 in Freeport Jr. High, Freeport, Tx., where he taught for 22 years., and became known as Mr. C. He retired from BISD to go to work for TDCJ-ID as an academic teacher in Brazoria, Tx. In 1984 he transferred to Palestine, Tx., where he taught for 12 years at Beto 1 Unit. John also served in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957, in Germany. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and could not pass up a garage sale.
John was preceded in death by his father Luther Cunningham of Ark., mother Thelma Cunningham, and sister Jesse Cuningham Johnson of Pearland, Tx. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Leigh Willis Cunningham, daughter Julie Cunningham both of Palestine, TX., and son John Chris Cunningham of New York, NY., his twin brother Luther Cunningham of Pearland, Tx., his grandchildren Matthew and Naomi Gayle, Caleb and Dara Gayle all of Palestine, TX., and Amy and Ryan Moore of St. Martinville, LA., great grandchildren Delilah, Connor and Amara, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolence calls will be received from 12:30PM until service time at Bailey & Foster Funeral Home Palestine.
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for John Cunningham
William (Steve) Carter
September 10, 2021
Mr. C was a great teacher
I was in his shop class so many years ago now. Everybody loved that man
M
December 13, 2017
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.
November 24, 2017
May friends and family members prayers carry you through your grief. 1john 4:16 God is love
Connie Hosner Sanderson
November 22, 2017
Freeport Junior High was a great experience because of Mr. C. So sorry. Such an awesome man.
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Darlene Brock Hultquist
November 22, 2017
Mr. C was our yearbook sponsor for our 1964 Redskin Pow Wow. He taught arts and crafts at FJH during our three years at Freeport Jr. High. He was so sweet and always smiling. We enjoyed his guidance. I remember a party at the Velasco Community House that he chaperoned and danced with us. He was a really good dancer and it was so easy to follow his lead. Prayers for his family in their loss. May your precious memories bring you comfort in your loss. RIP Mr. C. I will see you in our 62, 63 and 64 Pow Wows as I browse through them fondly.
Gina Zavala, ( Spires)
November 22, 2017
Awwww. Mr. C. Was the best teacher and a great bus driver....also a good neighbor.... I'm sorry for your lose. His life has touched so many and he Truly left this earth a better place , as to have known him..
Darrell Vance Whitton
November 21, 2017
Growing up in Jones Creek Mr C was my bus driver and teacher. He was a kind thoughtful man. I remember his car wash and him getting on me for washing a very muddy truck filling his pits with mud. He will be missed. Praying for the family
Carolyn Wright Cannon
November 21, 2017
I was fortunate to have had Mr. C as a teacher in Freeport Jr. High. He taught more than the subject matter. He taught us how to be compassionate young people by his example. God has chosen another worthy angel to be with him in heaven. May God bless his family.
Carl & Jennie Talbot
November 21, 2017
John was a life long friend who graduated with my youngest sister and my wife who thought he was the kindest and most gentle person they ever new. He was "Little Boy" to all of Pearland and he will be missed buy all. Our condolences to the family.
Carolyn Scallorn
November 21, 2017
He was such a GREAT man. Best bus driver ever. We always stopped at the store in Brazoria and got snacks. If you didn't have money he would make sure you got something. My prayers are with the family.
Edith Smithart Raney
November 21, 2017
Many fond memories of Mr. C at Freeport Jr High. He touched so many lives in such a positive way. God bless and comfort his family during their time of loss.
Paula Thomas
November 21, 2017
Loved Mr.C. One of.my favorite teachers in 7th grade. God Bless. Praying for FAMILY
Judy Scruggs Baker
November 20, 2017
I fondly remember Mr. Cunningham as my 7th grade Arts and Crafts teacher. One of my favorite teachers. My condolences go out to his family
ANDRIA JOINER
November 20, 2017
Mr. C was a great teacher he will be missed I am sorry that every student did not have him for a teacher at Freeport Jr. High
Don & June Hemby
November 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss.John was an exceptional person
Mickey Mark
November 20, 2017
A great guy and a friend for 75 years. My deepest sympathies go out to Leigh and family. John (we called him "Little Boy" in Pearland) was a friend to all who knew him. He will be missed.
Nathan Merritt
November 19, 2017
My deepest condolences to all the family, friends, and loved ones of John. I pray God gives each of you strength and comfort at this time and all the days ahead.
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