Michael Todd Cunningham

1964 - 2015

Michael Todd Cunningham obituary, 1964-2015, Houston, TX

Michael Todd Cunningham

1964 - 2015

BORN

1964

DIED

2015

Michael Cunningham Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 3, 2015.
Michael Todd Cunningham, passed away November 29, 2015, in Houston, Texas. He was born on October 13, 1964 in Corydon, Indiana to Wayne and Bonnie Cunningham as the youngest son of six, where he lived until he left Corydon and moved to Houston in 1985. A year later he was employed with Amoco Pipelines. Throughout his 29 years of employment he transferred to Mississippi, Missouri, and Illinois, with his final job as a Sr. Operations Manager for BP in Houston. He enjoyed going to car races and classic car shows. His passion was his children and any event they participated in.
Michael is survived by Loran Cunningham his wife of 24 years, son Cole, and daughter Cameron. His mother Bonnie Cunningham, Corydon, IN; sister, Sandra Mann, Corydon, IN; brother Jerry Cunningham and sister in law Nancy, Houston, TX; brother Randall Cunningham and sister in law Diana; Corydon, IN, sister Marcia Smith, Louisville, KY. Mother in law Delia Calderon, Cypress, TX; father in law Ernest Calderon, Houston, TX; sister in law Ann Juneau, Cypress, TX. 12 nieces and nephews, eleven great nieces and nephews and one great great niece. He is predeceased by his father Wayne Cunningham Jr, brother Ronald Cunningham and brother in law Ronald Mann.

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January 14, 2016

Kelly posted to the memorial.

January 1, 2016

Marcia Smith posted to the memorial.

December 27, 2015

Todd Schutte posted to the memorial.

Kelly

January 14, 2016

I just learned of this from one of our long time Amoco friends. Mike took on any challenge successfully and took the district to new performance levels, always meeting the needs of the team and business. He made me laugh, smile, and earned my deepest respect, trust, and gratitude. Thanks for all you did for all of us.

Marcia Smith

January 1, 2016

The day Mike died was truly the saddest day of my life. He was my beloved brother, the absolute best. He was devoted to his family, his friends, and his career with BP oil. He made an impression on everyone he knew, and met. He had a positive approach conducting business, exceptional work ethics, with the utmost integrity for the benefit of his employees, and company whom he worked for over 30 years. He was an asset to BP oil, and I know he will be sadly missed. I texted Mike Thanksgiving Day....to wish him and Loran , Cole, and Cameron a Happy Thanksgiving. He texted back wishing me the same. I texted back "You are the Best", not knowing that would be my last time I would communicate with him. I loved Mike dearly, I will miss him forever. My prayers to Loran, the greatest sister-in-law ever, Cole, and Cameron whom I adore. God Bless.

Todd Schutte

December 27, 2015

I am deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing. I enjoyed working with Mike, and my thoughts and prayers got out to Loran and family.

Luz Amble

December 21, 2015

I spoke with Mike just few times. He was always very funny and kind; surely he will be missed around here. My prayers are with his family and friends. May God give you the strength to go through this difficult time.

Declan Hughes

December 19, 2015

All Mike's friends and colleagues are devastated at his passing and the Houston office just seems that bit more subdued without Mike doing his rounds and greeting everybody with a smile.
We used to meet up occasionally at Big John's Icehouse for a few ( sometimes more than a few ) drinks and generally have a laugh and share stories. All Mike's stories inevitably included his wife and family who he adored.
My liver is probably a bit relieved at Mike's passing but my heart is broken.
I have worked in Oil & Gas all over the world since 1978 and Mike was without doubt the most genuine person I have met, he was the real deal.
Mike didn't care who you were or who you thought you were, he treated everybody with respect.
I will miss him terribly and my thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones.

Kim & Willie May Freeman

December 18, 2015

Mike was a friend and co-worker. He was very intelligent and an excellent technician when we worked together back in the 1980's. I regret we didn't get to meet for lunch as we had planned just a month before he passed.
May God bless the eternal soul of Mike Cunningham and our prayers and blessings are with his family. He will be missed.

Art Cervantes

December 18, 2015

I didn't interface and work with Mike on a daily basis as others. But when I did it was truly a pleasure. It didn't matter if the discussion was around good news or not so good news, Mike's attitude was always positive. A good take-away, and something to always remember. Look for the positive.

The Donlevy Family

December 18, 2015

Loran, Cole and Cameron, our thoughts and prayers are with you today and the years ahead. Keep giving it everything you've got in all that you do, you definitely have an angel in the stands cheering you on!
Godspeed.
Kellie, Dan, Emma & Madelyn
St. Michael School

Don Neese

December 18, 2015

I didn't know Mike that long but he was the kind of man who made you feel like you had been his closest friend forever and always his "favorite". I valued the relationship with him personally and most certainly professionally as his support was invaluable. To say he will be missed just doesn't quite cover it but he most certainly will be. My sincere condolences to his family for whom his love was constantly on display.

Jim Rienstra

December 17, 2015

To Loran and Family, Mike was a good friend and we used to spend much time together golfing, hanging out talking about growing up in Indiana and Michigan. As we drifted apart from life events and from work. I occasionally found myself thinking of him from time to time and wondered where his work had taken him. Mike never met a person he didn't like and was a man of many talents. He would do anything to help anyone out, anytime. I have not met his children but if they are half the man Mike was they must be awesome. My thoughts and prayers go out to Loran and family.

Joy Slaback

December 17, 2015

I learned a lot from Mike and will cherish it. He will be missed and thought of often and fondly. He always had my back and that is completely unforgettable. The mark that he put on this world will be there for a long time to come through those who knew him, learned from him or just had the pleasure to meet him.

Chrystal Stubbs

December 17, 2015

I really admired how much Mike loved his family and how proud he was of his kids. May his family find peace in knowing how much they were loved.

Sharon

December 17, 2015

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Heidi Storm

December 17, 2015

Everyone was always Mike's "Favorite" and he greeted you with a smile and a hand shake. His big personality in the office is greatly missed. Mike beamed when he talked about his wife and children and spending time with family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Gesoff

December 17, 2015

What I learned from Mike Cunningham - enjoy every day, even when you are working, and don't take yourself or anyone else too seriously. Even when he was really stressed, he ALWAYS took the time to smile, make a wisecrack, and build a connection with people. He was one-of-a-kind and he will never be forgotten. I use his sayings everyday. My favorite was "I know, I know, it's not gonna work, but hey, let's do it anyway."

What a kind soul. I know he loved his family passionately and he was so very proud of both of his kids. Everyone he worked with knew it, because he talked about Cole and Cameron all the time and you could just see his face light up when he did. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Shawn Kaser

December 7, 2015

Always had good trust in Mike and a good person to work for. Will miss him. Prayers to all.

Katrina Mears

December 7, 2015

What a terrible lost. He will be missed.

JULEA MITCHELL

December 7, 2015

Mike touched a lot of us in his very unique, personable way. I'll miss having him greet me, smiling with a handshake and 'hey, nice lady'..... Some people you work with, you just work with, but Mike, you enjoyed. He will be truly missed.

Julea Mitchell, Aurora, Illinois

Shack Shackelford

December 6, 2015

Mike will be missed. I respected Mike and liked his humor a lot. He was always a lot of fun to be with working or playing. My prayers go out to the family. My deepest condolences.

Nick and Nancy Ver Schuure

December 4, 2015

Mike has made an impact on many lives. He was full of generosity, energy, and certainly influenced me and my career. Loran, Nancy and I will be thinking about you and your children. Be well.

Kail Starlin

December 3, 2015

Anyone that knew Mike, will never forget him. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Dave Robertson

December 3, 2015

I enjoyed working with Mike and respected him a lot. Please accept my condolences.

Dave and Teresa Miller

December 3, 2015

Loran, we are so sorry for your loss!! Please know that you and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike had an infectious personality and never met a stranger.

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