Kenneth John Cunningham Jr.
Kenneth John Cunningham Jr.
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He is survived by his wife of 28 and a half years, Sheila Kraemer Cunningham; children, Brent M. Cunningham and wife, Melany, Desiree' Cunningham Greve and husband Ethan; grandchildren, Stella and Selene Cunningham; mother, Juanita H. Cunningham; siblings, Timothy E. Cunningham and wife Lisa, Maise Cunningham Fields and husband A.J.; and many extended family members and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth J. Cunningham, Sr.
He worked 20+ years in the oil field and was known as "Happy Days" to many of his colleagues and friends. When he wasn't working, he was either home fishing in his beloved boat for the largest red fish, in Mississippi chasing his biggest buck, or camping with his wife while visiting his children around the United States. He could often be found in his shed BBQing, frying fish, or boiling seafood while drinking a beer. He was loved deeply and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at Samart Funeral Home in Gray from 10:00 am until the memorial service at 12:00 pm.
The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and well wishes during this time.
Online condolences can be given at www.samartfuneralhome.com.
Samart Funeral Home (4511 West Park Ave, Gray, LA) is entrusted with his arrangements.
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Roxane Dzarnowski
January 6, 2026
Sheila and Family, my condolences to you all. Love and hugs to you guys. Fly high Kenneth
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Sharon Potter
January 3, 2026
Nita, Maisie and your
whole family, I send my sincere condolences for the loss of Kenneth. You are on my prayers.
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