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Born in Altoona, PA, son of the late Rebekah (Pickens) and James E. Cunningham Sr., he has been a long time resident of Lower Bucks County. Beloved husband of 52 years to Sandra (Locklear), Mr. Cunningham is the loving father of Matthew Cunningham and wife, AubriAnna, of Fairfax, Vermont and Tracy Cunningham of Fairless Hills; the devoted Poppy of Chase Cunningham; and the dear brother of Margaret Gallagher and Linda Peasley.
Jim was a 1966 graduate of the former Woodrow Wilson High School. He achieved his Bachelors Degree from Lock Haven University and his Masters Degree from the College of New Jersey.
He was a charter member of the New Life Christian Church in Newtown, where he taught Sunday School and was a member of the Men's Tuesday Morning Bible Study.
Mr. Cunningham taught at Pennsbury High School for 33 years and after retiring from the Pennsbury School District, went on to teach for 2 more years at Villa Victoria Academy in Ewing, NJ. He also was employed at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia for 2 years.
Mr. Cunningham was the president and founder of the Lower Bucks Ice Hockey League. He also coached for the Pennsbury High School Ice Hockey Team and the Varsity Diving team. Jim was proud to be known as "Mr. Prom" for Pennsbury's Senior Prom which he started in 1971.
He was very involved in Matt and Tracy's gymnastics by taking them to practice and meets and was president of Pancott Gymnastic Parent's Club.
Mr. Cunningham loved to travel, especially to Europe, Italy, Ireland, Scotland and the Holy Land.
Family and friends are invited to call on on Sunday, June 20, 2021 from 4:00 until 6:00 pm at the New Life Christian Church, 4 Freedom Drive, Newtown, where his funeral service will be held at 6:00 pm. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jim's name may be made to New Life Christian Church, 4 Fredom Dr., Newtown, PA 18940 or to the Alzheimers Association Inc., Delaware Valley Chapter, 399 Market Street, Suite 102, Philadelphia, PA 19106.
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James "Chip" Brown
February 11, 2022
I worked with Jim during my round of student teaching, all the way back in 1988. He always extended himself to me and made sure I was invited to participate in the experiences available at the school. We even road-tripped to Lock Haven together for a fun weekend, it was great to watch him reminisce. Sandra, Matt, and Tracy, I remember you having me to your home for a very hearty and welcoming home cooked meal. I've never forgotten that kind of generosity. Given that we have not spoken in 44 years, I'd say that's a testament to being an unforgettable person. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Debra Hamilton
June 27, 2021
Condolences to Mr. Cunningham's family. Mr. Cunningham was one of my favorite and influential teachers. I loved his classes at Pennsbury High School for Black Studies and Native American Studies. I know he helped shape generations of children. The world will miss such a wonderful person. May his spirit journey well.
Robin Feinman
June 21, 2021
Mr. Cunningham will be dearly missed! I have so many fond memories of being PSU’s 1997 prom committee co-chair with Matt under Mr. Cunningham’s leadership. You all are in my thoughts and I wish you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Cathy and Tom Roberts
June 21, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Gwen Gutowski
June 21, 2021
Jim will always be memorable. Devoted Family man and to his Faith. Great Sunday School and Bible teacher.
Jim will be sadly missed by all.
Terri Cauto
June 20, 2021
Jim was one of the most awesome friends one could have. I treasure the years we worked together, the trips he asked me to chaperone with him and those wonderful prom days. The world surely lost one of the good ones when he was called home by God.
Debbie Greenwood
June 17, 2021
I had Mr. Cummingham in High School he was one of my favorite teachers. Rest easy Mr. Cummingham
Marianne & Mark Duggan
June 17, 2021
RIP James. ✝✝✝. The Duggan Family
Dineen Lavelle
June 17, 2021
Mr. Cunningham was a wonderful teacher and he kept his classes very interesting. One of the best. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Mike Creevey
June 17, 2021
Mr C was one of those Teachers that made a difference in a students life, and for that I will always remember him and be thankful, my sincere thoughts and prayers are with Jim's Family
Brenda Lane
June 17, 2021
Jim was devoted to his family, to his church, and most importantly, to the Savior he so richly served...I was happy to see his faith in action every Sunday. To Sandy, Matt, Tracy and family, my deepest condolences...absent from body but present with Jesus.
Kip Domine
June 17, 2021
Loved his class. Especially the ghost stories about Fallsington.
Nicole Kennedy
June 17, 2021
Tracey , Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father. He made an impact on the minds of so many young people. Sending you hugs and love , The Kennedy Family
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