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ELIJAH CUNNINGHAM Obituary
Elijah Cunningham, Jr., age 63, Son of the late Elijah & Lottie Cunningham, Husband of the late Sheila Diane Ross Cunningham, Retired VA Medical Center Certified Nursing Assistant, US Army Veteran & Graduate of Eastside High School, left this earthly scene on January 14, 2019.
Mr. Cunningham was a Member of Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church.
The Homegoing Celebration (with Military Honors) will be held 10:00AM Saturday, February 9, 2019, at Mount Pleasant United Methodist Church (Gainesville, FL) where Reverend Michael Frazier is Pastor, with his son, Dr. Montressa Cunningham, officiating. The Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery. Mr. Cunningham will be viewed at the Funeral Home on Friday 2:00-7:00PM - At the Church on Saturday 30 Minutes prior to the Services - And with the Processional.
Those left to cherish Elijah's memory are his sons - Dr. Montressa L. Cunningham (& Dr. Felicia S. Cunningham) of Atlanta, GA and Eric Ross of Gainesville, FL, (Elijah Cunningham, III preceded him in death); daughters - Dresdean Hewlett (& Kyle) of Marlton, NJ, Andria Cunningham of Gainesville, FL; 12 grands; 2 great grands; sisters - Francina Daniels of Gainesville, FL and Sandra Williams of Las Vegas, NV; aunt - Doris Brown of Gainesville, FL; nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.
Arrangements Entrusted To DUNCAN BROTHERS'
FUNERAL HOME
428 NW 8TH St
Gainesville, FL
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Deborah Wilson
February 10, 2019
I remember you as a young man in growing up over here in Gainesville and I can remember when you and Shelia got together now you both have gone on to glory I pray that both "Souls" are at rest may you both rest in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
Antionette Nattiel
February 9, 2019
Praying for the family, I had the pleasure of working with him on 4 East, he didn't say much, mostly stayed to his self. Your work on this is done, we hope to see you on the other side. Your friend Antionette.
Robert Bryant
February 9, 2019
I'd like to offer my condolences to the family of a former Eastside class mate and fellow Veteran. I am sorry for your loss.
Sherrel Brockington
February 8, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the Cunningham family. May the Lord Bless you during this time of sorrow. RIP classmate.
Joyce Kendrick
February 8, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss, I went to school with Elijah and I worked with him at the VA and he was Always helpful to me. I will be praying for you the family at such a time as this.
Marilyn Watson-Tucker
February 8, 2019
RIP Classmate/ God is Love!
Rosemary Lawson-Davis
February 8, 2019
Condolences to my family Vanessa and Andria. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mate and father Elijah. I pray the Lord will strengthen and comfort you through this grievous time. Continue to look to the hills from whence cometh your strength your help comes from above. God bless and keep you. Rosemary Lawson-Davis
Rosemary Lawson-Davis
February 8, 2019
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Cunningham family. Elijah will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Elijah had a smile that would light up a room and he never failed to help whenever he could. May the comfort from God encompass the family now and throughout your grieving process. Elijah RIH. Gone but never forgotten. Ora Bell Lawson & Family (Henry, Levi, Bernard, Rosemary and Leo)
Debra Williams
February 8, 2019
I pray the peace of God will rest upon you all and comfort you in this time of your love one...
Antoinette Shemwell
February 8, 2019
May god bless and comfort the family at this most difficult time ours Your friends from four east
February 8, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tony Jones
February 7, 2019
To the Cunningham, I write this to express my deepest sympathy for your lost. Elijah was a friend I knew from Elementary through High School.
May God be with you all through this most difficult time in your lives.
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Carma DeBose
February 7, 2019
TO: The Cunningham family,& Sandra for whom I knew during public school.
Joe and I are so sorry for your loss. Elijah was a classmate of Joe, friend, and Army comrade.
We always invited Elijah to worship with us; which he did a few times. He was always in our prayers.
Our prayers are with you all. Be strong, and be there for each other.
Maryann Jones (Lawson) and family
February 7, 2019
To the Family of Elijah Cunningham: I am sorry for your loss. Elijah was my classmate. We attended elementary through high school together.
Condolences and prayers to each of you.
Ronnie Williams
February 7, 2019
Lighting this candle in memory of Elijah cunningham
DOROTHY GLADDEN
February 7, 2019
YOU ARE GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN A DEAR FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISED HERE ON EARTH BUT WE KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE THERE ARE NO MORE PAIN AND SUFFING REST EASY MY FRIEND BUT GOD, FROM MR& MS.GLADDEN NATE& DOT REST EASY OUR FRIEND
Ronnie Williams
February 7, 2019
A candle lit for Elijah cunningham
Ronnie Williams
February 7, 2019
PRAYERS goes out for my family for the loss of our's cousin Elijah a gentle man, loved people will be truly miss
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