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In loving memory of Mr. Cunningham
Lyn Landefeld
November 02, 2018 | Maple Grove, MN | Friend
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Richard S. Cunningham
Jun 19, 1938 - Oct 13, 2018
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Mrs. Cunningham, Sue, Nancy, Cathy, Scott and Roger,
Where does one begin in remembering a life well lived. All of my fondest memories are the ones we shared growing up at Conneaut, not only with the neighborhood kids, but their parents as well. And your Dad was no exception. He had a warm smile and a gentle spirit. He always made me feel comfortable and welcome. I always looked forward to seeing your family each weekend and will never, ever forget the wonderful moments we had...
Lyn Landefeld
November 02, 2018 | Maple Grove, MN | Friend
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Lonnie, Roger & family,
Deepest sympathy on Dicks passing. It is never easy to lose a loved one. I know what you are going through having lost my husband this past February. All of you are in my prayers.
I will remember how Dick & your entire family were always nice to me at First Baptist.
Sheryl Welsh
October 26, 2018 | Gilbert, AZ | Acquaintance
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Lonnie and family Don and I are sorry for your loss of Dick. We have many fond memories of times Don and I did removals for the funeral home. Also the times you called and wanted dates for snow plowing as no one wrote them down. Sorry we didnt make it down as other obligations here. Our prayers are sent to you. Don and Linda Patterson
Linda and Don Patterson
October 23, 2018 | Transfer, PA | Friend
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Lonnie and the Cunningham family,
We were so sorry to hear of Dick's passing. He was a wonderful man and was always so kind to us. He was always so supportive of our softball team and was a great fan!
We are so sorry we couldn't attend the services as we were away. But please know that all of you are in our prayers. Asking the Lord to give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Love,
Sam and Lori
Sam and Lori Robinson
October 22, 2018 | Ediburg, PA | Friend
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Lonnie, Roger and the entire Cunningham family:
I want to express my deepest sympathy to you on the passing of a great man. I had known Richard's father Ray, Richard, Dave and Roiger from my time working at Castle View Memorial Gardens from 1971 until 1987. Also used your establishment when some of my family passed away. A top notch family all the way around!!
Your entire family is, and will continue to be in my prayers at this most difficult time.
Michael Mulderig
October 17, 2018 | Palmyra, PA | Friend
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Lonnie, Roger, and family -I am sorry for your loss - God bless you all at this difficult time.
Kim Rowe
October 17, 2018 | Acquaintance
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Deepest Sympathy, I first met Dick at my father's funeral at Chestnut St Funeral Home in 1976. From then on when I saw Dick, which was many times at social events or golf he would always ask, "How is your Mother doing?" Through this time I got to real know what a good man Dick was. He always had a smile and a handshake. We lost one of the last of a dying breed. As Dick would say in a round about way, "Take care of your Mom" Really Sorry.
David Defibaugh
October 16, 2018 | New Castle, PA
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Lonnie and family, my deepest sympathy to you all. I have great memories of Dick from seeing you and him at Conneaut Lake years ago and from attending NSM (SIFH) meetings. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Todd Waid
October 16, 2018 | Meadville, PA | Friend
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Obituary
Richard's Obituary
Richard S. Cunningham, 80, of Neshannock Township, passed away the night of October 13, 2018 surrounded by his family at UPMC Jameson Hospital.
Born June 19, 1938 in New Castle, he was the son of Raymond D. and H. Claribel (Sankey) Cunningham.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Leilani M. “Lonnie” (Eckles) Cunningham whom he married September 6, 1958.
He attended New Castle Area Schools and was a 1956 graduate of Mercersburg Academy in Mercersburg, PA. He received his business degree in 1958 from Youngstown State University, followed by the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science where he graduated in 1959.
Dick was the former president of the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. for 45 years. He loved the funeral profession that he was born into and was a fifth generation funeral director. He set a personal challenge in his early years that he wanted to meet 10 new people each day of his profession and that continued into retirement.
Dick was active in many organizations over the years in the community. He was past president of the New Castle Jaycees and chairman of the horse show. During that time he was named the Jaycees Man of the Year in 1971. He was past president of the New Castle Lions Club and chairman of the Eye Enucleation Transport for 10 years. He served as a board member at Dollar Saving Bank; was secretary of the board with Oak Park Cemetery; and served on the boards of both Jameson Memorial Hospital and Jameson Care Center.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in New Castle and of Raintree Chapel in North Fort Myers, Florida where he was the head of the Board of Directors for 5 years.
In addition to golf, Dick enjoyed camping with his children and watching his children and grandchildren’s sporting events. After retirement, he enjoyed traveling to Florida with his wife. Most of all, he loved people, serving others and putting smiles on people’s faces.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Susan L. (Jim) Welker, Nancy M. Cunningham, and Cathy L. (Tom) Barker, all of New Castle; two sons, Richard Scott (Leslie) Cunningham and Roger D. (Tammy) Cunningham of New Castle; one brother, R. David (Linda) Cunningham of New Castle; two granddaughters, Jenna (Jordan) Flaim and Amanda (D.J.) Bolinger of New Castle, five grandsons, Erik J. Welker, Alex D. Welker, Daniel R. Welker, Jared R. Staph and Jacob A. Staph all of New Castle; and one great-grandson, Easton L. Flaim.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Judy Casalandra.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 16, from 1:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00 at the R. Cunningham Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 2429 Wilmington Road, New Castle and on Wednesday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 984 W. Maitland Lane, New Castle.
A funeral service will take place on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. at the church with the Rev. John Yergan and Pastor Jim Chapin officiating.
Burial will be in Oak Park Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences may be offered at www.cunninghamfh.com
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