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GERALD CUNNINGHAM Obituary

CUNNINGHAM, Gerald "Jerry" In Whitman of Dorchester passed away on December 11, 2016, at the age of 63 after a brief but brave battle with cancer. Cherished father of Erin and her companion Brian, Adam and his companion Lissette, Ryan and his wife Kerri, and their mother Eileen. Adored "Pa" of Sam & Callie. Beloved companion of Christine Murphy. Dear son of the late Gerald and Edna Cunningham. Devoted brother of Joan, Carol, Geraldine and the late Hun. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, 243 Neponset Ave., Dorchester on Friday, December 16th at 10 a.m. Interment to follow at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Arrangements by MacKinnon Funeral Home, 760 Washington St., WHITMAN. To send a condolence visit www.mackinnonfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2016.

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Jerry Healy

October 30, 2019

Rest In Peace, good friend.

The MacMaster Family

December 18, 2016

So very sorry to learn about Jerry. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Although it's been years since I've seen him, my memories are all good ones. May he always Rest In Peace.

Rich DiLorenzo

December 17, 2016

So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. My condolences to everyone and GOD bless you all.

Eleanor King

December 16, 2016

....Sending my heartfelt condolences to all of you during these difficult days. Joan, Carol, and Geri, I will be thinking of you in a very special way. Over the years, it was always so nice to see Jerry and his family.
May he rest in peace.

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Deirdre Yerly

December 14, 2016

Jerry was one of a kind. He was an amazing friend and a true family man. He will be missed by all! My thoughts and prayers to his entire family!

John McDonald

December 14, 2016

Hey Jerry, you're going to be truly missed. You were a great coach and even better friend.

JMc.

Liz O'Neill

December 14, 2016

Jerry was a wonderful, caring, kind man who had a smile for everyone. I'm glad I had a chance to know him. God bless you, Jerry and your family as well.

December 13, 2016

Elaine Rich

December 13, 2016

In March my family lost Kevin, then in October my family lost my son David and now in December my family lost our beloved Jerry. May you pray my family puts one foot in front of the other to set the sunshine again. Love Ealien

Pauline Durkin

December 13, 2016

Jerry was a kind and giving person. If you heard laughter you knew you would find Jerry. He was loved by many people. Always remember his smile and laugh.

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Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Ann's Church

243 Neponset Ave., Dorchester , MA 02382

Dec

16

Interment

Cedar Grove Cemetery

MA 02382

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MacKinnon Funeral Home & Cremation Services

760 Washington Street, Whitman, MA 02382

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