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Kenneth Cunningham Obituary
He was born in Bucksport on Jan. 9, 1916, the son of Les and Agnes (Bulduc) Cunningham.
He married Rachel A. Small in January 1937. He held many jobs to support his family during the depression. He was a Marine, serving his country during World War II. He drove a wholesale delivery truck for Harris Bakery for 38 years. After retirement, he and his beloved wife would spend their summers camping at the Forks and fishing on Moxie and Indian Ponds, taking their grandchildren with them. He made lifetime memories those wonderful fun-filled summers. He always had a story to tell about his trips hunting and fishing. He truly enjoyed his retirement, being the outdoors man that he was. In winters, he would be out plowing his many driveways in the areas of Oakland, Sidney and Rome. He was in his 90s when he finally had to give up those driveways.
He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Rachel A. Cunningham of Sidney; his children, Kathleen L. Wrigley and her husband, Byron, of Oakland, Kenneth L. Cunningham Jr. and his wife, Iva, of Oakland, Thomas L. Cunningham and his wife, Roberta, of Oakland, Linda J. Estes and her husband, Galen, of Oakland, Dorothy M. Shuman and her husband, Steven, of Sanford and Ruth A. Cunningham of Sidney; 20 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his faithful dog, Baby Boo Boo.
Besides his parents, Les and Agnes Cunningham, he was predeceased by a sister, Jean Verrill; two brothers, Robert and Maxwell Cunningham; a daughter Patricia Glidden; and many friends.
Visiting hours will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 14, at Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Oakland. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15, at Blessed Hope Advent Christian Church, 10 Pleasant St., Waterville, where he was a member for 74 years. Burial will follow at the Lewis Cemetery in Oakland.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Blessed Hope Advent Christian Church, 10 Pleasant St., Waterville, ME 04901.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenneth Cunningham
Stephen Givens
September 4, 2010
He was an amazing man! My memories of the church from my teen years will always include a heartfelt greeting from him whenever we met. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you God bless
Ann Morgan
August 18, 2010
May your faith sustain you and your family in your time of loss and sadness, Ruth. There is a reason and purpose for all...your Dad had completed his mission from HIS GOD here on earth.
Ann Morgan
Diana Hartley
August 16, 2010
Ken, Iva, Kathy, Kelly, Kenny: wanted to say you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Our faith will always keep us when we cme to these times in our lives.
Love to you All and to your families
Diana, Toby, Jeff & Brenda
The Hartley's
Patty Williams
August 16, 2010
Too the intire family, our hearts and prayers are with you. May the Lord shine his love around you in this time of your loss.
Blessings,
Craig & Patty Williams & Daughters
Robin & Colleen
John & Esther Fenlason
August 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cunningham family at this time of sorrow, May God bless you all and give you peace.love to you all.
Asti LaFreniere
August 15, 2010
I remember my great grandparents taking me under their wing and trying to teach me about life on the farm. Such a sweet memory. My great grandfather will be truly missed. He was so blessed with a long and healthy life full of family. May the love and kindness he gave bless him in the afterlife. You will always be remembered because you have touched the lives of others. God Bless.
August 15, 2010
Kathy, My heart goes out to you and your entire family. Kenneth's memory will live forever your hearts.
Nicole Sherman
August 15, 2010
Travis and family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your Grandfather. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Maria Amrani
August 14, 2010
It was a pleasure to have gotten the opportunity to meet Kenneth. He was such a kind man and always could make anyone laugh. He is going to missed by many. My prayers go out to the family for their loss. Rest in peace.
Carrie French
August 14, 2010
I pray that God will bless all the Cunningham family at this time of loss and grief...and give you the strength, courage and comfort that you need to sustain you.. Love to you all with eepest sympathy, -Carrie French
Don&Kathy Welch
August 14, 2010
God Bless you all in this very sad time. Didn't know Grampy but have heard nothing but wonderful things about him from David,Kelly and the kids.. He will be missed. Bless Grammy in this trying time.
August 14, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
August 14, 2010
Missing you already Gramps.
Kathy Lawler
August 14, 2010
God got a special angel when he took you home. The memories and values you instilled in me are endless. As a little child I used to pray, "Don't take my Grampy." Today I pray, "Thank You God for The many years and great times you gave me ."I Love you so much Gramps..RIP
Michael Denis
August 14, 2010
My condolences to all the families involved, which include many former students and friends.
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