Mr. Christopher Lee Cunningham

Mr. Christopher Lee Cunningham

Christopher Cunningham Obituary

Published by Essex Funeral Home Inc on Jul. 6, 2016.
Christopher Lee Cunningham of DeWitt died at the age of 40 on Wednesday, July 6, 2016. He was born December 8, 1975 in Stuttgart to Diann Aaron Cunningham and Lyle Wayne Cunningham. He was preceded in death by grandparents Louis Cunningham, Orbie and Della Dillion, Bonnie Aaron McDaniel, and Leda and Sam Cunningham. Chris is survived by parents Diann Aaron Cunningham of Walnut Cove, NC and Lyle W. Cunningham of DeWitt, brother Eric Cunningham, beloved nephew Adyn Cunningham, grandmother Alma Jean Cunningham, faithful dog Akasha all of DeWitt; aunts Ruby Horton and Joyce Sparks of Arkansas, uncles Don Aaron of North Carolina, Duffy (Buddy) Aaron of Quitman, R.T. Aaron of Casa, Greg Cunningham of Little Rock, and Bonita Deskins of Montana, as well as numerous cousins and friends. Baseball, fishing, hunting, and learning were lifetime loves. Chris could make friends and family laugh on the darkest of days, as he tried to convert the entire South by talking about "Them Yankees." Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. July 10 at Essex Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 2:00 July 11 at Forks LaGrue Missionary Baptist Church with burial following in Forks LaGrue Cemetery by Essex Funeral Home. www.essexfuneralhome.com

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July 12, 2016

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Barbara (Cary) Eldredge

July 12, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

I remember Chris from when we were kids. Back then, I didn't realize how close we were in age. I just remember that he was always funny and that he always put a smile on my face when I saw him. (Even if he was a "little kid" to me back then)

I wished I had heard about this sooner so I could have been there. Your family will always have a special place in my heart.

Mary Ann Brickey-Skinner

July 11, 2016

I will always remember Chris most fondly when we were in our youth. I used to go with him to games when he was a sports editor with the paper and we had so many laughs. I first met him in school then we were re-acquainted later on at Phillips Community College. From there a fast friendship began. I'll always remember that Mrs. Alma Jean knew I just loved no-bake cookies and she would make them just for me when we came to her house. I will remember him fondly for the good friend he was toward me. I am so sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers--Mary Ann

Karla Burnett

July 10, 2016

So sorry for the loss of Chris. I will always remember a feisty little three year old that took swimming lessons from me. Remember the good things. Prayers and love for all of you.
Karla

donna morgan

July 9, 2016

chris always had a smile on his face. he was full of life. until we meet again. god bless the family.

Jeanna Burns

July 9, 2016

My prayers are with all of you! My heart is hurting for you all, all of you were my adopted family growing up and each of you hold a part of my heart!

Linda Gunnell

July 9, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about Chris. Prayers for your family.

Celia Aaron

July 8, 2016

We're praying for you every day that God will shed his grace and comfort. Memories are precious, so be sure to hold them close to your heart. Don and Celia Aaron

Tanya Wilson

July 8, 2016

Dearest Diann, Lyle Wayne, and Eric, we are so sorry in the loss of Chris from your family. I will always remember his wide smile. Seth is devastated.

Brandi Mathis Campbell

July 8, 2016

Praying for the family in this time of sorrow. RIP my dear friend, you will be missed and thought of often.

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