Birmingham, Alabama
CUNNINGHAM, MR. MELVIN, of Birmingham, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2008. He was a member of Crumbey Bethel Primitive Baptist Church of Fairfield. He was the director of music at Jackson-Olin High School, former Minister of Music at Crumbey Bethel, member of the Music Educators National...
Read MoreMr. C! MEEEELLLVVIIINNN!! Here I am years later. You were a great teacher, friend, second parent not only to me but a whole lot of us. You're the reason I have the nickname "Dirty" & I'll tell that story for the rest of my days. I Love You & I Miss You.
Diontae E Robinson Sr
May 01, 2025 | School
Mr. Cunningham was very strict, but he meant well, he didn't take no mess. He was like a father figure, he inspired me allot, rest in peace Mr. Cunningham, you left us too soon.
T. Lynn Soles-Toor
June 19, 2018 | Los Angeles, CA | Student
To the Cunningham Family,
As every student that has signed this book has stated, Mr. Cunningham was such a wonderful teacher. He was very instrumental in keeping me on the straight and narrow. He will be greatly missed.
Tamara Sanford-Johnson
Jackson-Olin High School
Class of 1985
August 06, 2008 | Hoover, AL
To the Cunningham Family,
Mr. Cunningham was and still is one of the most respected teachers at JOHS. If you wanted to hear the truth then Mr. Cunningham was the one to ask. Only GOD knows what path our lives will take and I thank him for an awsome teacher.
Tracy Youngblood-McMillan c/o 1985
Tracy Youngblood McMillan
July 30, 2008 | Birmingham, AL
Mr. "C" was definately a great teacher but also a great friend. We all shared meaningful conversations with him but the laughs were even better. Rest In Peace My Brother!
George Wilkerson
July 24, 2008 | Houston, TX
Mr. Cunningham was a wonderrful teacher and mentor,and for all whom had the honor to be taught by him can say he was a leader like no other. His ethics were inpeccable. He will surely be missed. Stephanie Persons Ramsey class Of 1990
STEPHANIE PERSONS-RAMSEY
July 21, 2008 | DALLAS, TX
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STEPHANIE PERSONS-RAMSEY
July 21, 2008 | DALLAS, TX
To the Cunningham Family:
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I was a choir student/pianist in the Jackson-Olin concert choir during the school years 1979-1981 and Mr. Cunningham was very instrumental to me. Keep looking to God for in Him you have strength.
LYDIA FISHER LOCKHART
July 21, 2008 | FULTONDALE, AL
Mr. Cunningham was a great person, as well as, the best music instructor that I have ever had. I can still remember his smile and unique way of directing. He not only taught us music, but also valuable life lessons. He has touched so many lives, and his memory will live on forever. My prayers are with his family.
Class of 1993
Netanya Quicksey
July 21, 2008 | Vestavia Hills, AL
