Name: Visitation for Michael Cunningham
Start: 2019-04-03T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-04-04T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Darien

Michael James Cunningham, 72, of Burr Ridge passed away on March 28, 2019. He was born on October 27, 1946, to the late James and Mary (Oswald) Cunningham. He was the beloved husband of Linda (Dolan) Cunningham; proud father of John Cunningham (Krista Batey) and Mark Cunningham; loved stepfather of Christine (Brad) Jagher, Jack (Vanieska) McCabe, and Mark (Julie) McCabe; "Papa Mike" to baby Cameron and Megan; and cherished brother of Tim (Raima) Cunningham, Jim (Paula) Cunningham, Mary Pat (Tom) Clasen, Jane (Michael) Stopka, and John Cunningham (Terri Reillo). He was loved and admired by his nieces, nephews, friends and family. Professor emeritus of English at Lewis University in Romeoville, Mike was respected and esteemed by the Lewis faculty, students, and community to which he was dedicated for nearly 50 years. To make a donation, go to https://www.alumni.lewisu.edu/giving. Under designation select other and enter Michael Cunningham. Per Mike's wishes, donations will provide financial support to students in need. Memorial Visitation 3 PM – 9 PM Wednesday, April 3 at Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S Cass Ave, Darien. Celebration of Life Service at 7 PM. For funeral information (630) 852-3595 or www.modelldarin.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Mar. 31, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Cunningham

8 Entries

Marge Mostyn

April 3, 2019

To Linda and Mike's family,
He was great. I worked with Mike for quite a few years and he had a way of making whomever he was taking to feel his undivided attention.
Such a sadness comes over me as I think of Lewis without him.

With thoughts and prayers,
Marge Mostyn
Retired from Math Department

Brother Robert FSC

April 3, 2019

Brother Robert Wilsbach, FSC
1900 W. Olney Avenue
Anselm Hall Community (Box 838)

29 June 2014
Dear Linda and the members of the Cunningham family:

I was sorry to hear of the death of your dear husband Michael. I fondly remember him from my 17 years at Lewis University where I worked in the Library. At times such as these, words are unable to carry the full message of comfort and consolation which we want them to bear, but they are all we have. Having experienced the death of my father in 1995, I am aware of the deep emotions which accompany such a loss. Be sure of continued remembrance of him in my prayers and those of all our Brothers at La Salle University.

May the Lord continue to hold you and all your family in the hollow of his hand and may you find his comforting presence, in the silent power of prayer, in the wisdom of the Scripture, the nourishment of the Eucharist, the beauty of the liturgy, and in all his holy people gathered round you to help you.

I join my voice to the ancient hymn of the early Church:

May the angels lead him into Paradise.
May the martyrs come and welcome him on his way
And lead him into the holy city, Jerusalem.
May the choirs of angels welcome him.
And with Lazarus, who once was poor,
May he have everlasting life. Amen.

I close with the traditional prayer which we Brothers have prayed for over three hundred years: Live Jesus in our hearts. Forever.

With sympathy and promise of prayers,

Your Brother,

Tom Fitzgerald

April 1, 2019

Our sincere condolences to Michael's family. My 2 brothers; John and Brian and I grew up with the Cunninghams in Elmwood Park. I have fond memories of many good times and lots of sports with Mike,Tim and Jim(Ace).Ace and I were in the same grade.Mike was in same grade as my brother John. Times were simpler back then and we all enjoyed just being kids and friends. I remember Mike as an outstanding track star at St Patrick HS and later. The Cunninghams were a wonderful family. My mother loved "Mrs C" as they often would bake wonderful cakes and breads for the St Celestine Ladies Club. I am sorry for your loss of Michael. Know that he touched many lives and always was a great example to all he mentored and taught. Our hope is you will cherish the good times and know he is in a better place. Rest In Peace Michael.

Tom and Diana Fitzgerald

Christie Gee

April 1, 2019

Michael was a fine man, a good family friend and my favorite professor at Lewis. I will always remember him fondly.
Sending deep condolences to all who will miss him.
-Christie Day-Gee
(photo: Michael with my son, Griffin, on Long Boat Key, 2017)

Z L

April 1, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Virginia Schuman

March 31, 2019

My sincere condolences to Mikes family, I work with him at lewis and was so well liked by faculty, staff ,students. May God Bless You All.

Virginia Schuman
Mailroom
Lewis university

March 31, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss may the words of God comfort you and your family in this most difficult time of sorrow. May you fined comfort at John 6:44 knowing this that God give you hope to see again your love one in the future. My heartfelt condolence to you and your family. LC