Marilyn Presnell Cunningham

Marilyn Presnell Cunningham obituary

Marilyn Presnell Cunningham

Marilyn Cunningham Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Groce Funeral Home & Cremation Services - West Asheville on Dec. 8, 2025.
Marilyn Presnell Penland Cunningham, 89, passed the veil on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

She was born on April 6, 1936, to the late Milton and Edra Fisher Presnell, and was a resident of Buncombe County for most of her life.

She leaves behind two daughters, Tamara Byrd, Tonya Davis; special nephew/son, Jonathan Stines; grandchildren, Matt Byrd, Monica Hill (Blake), Marcus Byrd (Ally), Kelsey Fullbright (Jessica), Ryan Cunningham (Jenn); and five great-grandchildren, Macy, Luke, Nicholas, Heath, and Graham. She was preceded in death by her namesake, Marilyn Fullbright.

A private service was held in her honor, officiated by Rev. Skip Gillikin, at First Presbyterian Church of Weaverville, where she was a member.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. Proverbs 3:5-6

For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. Psalms 91:11

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 571 South Allen Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731.

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