Michael J. Cunnane

Michael J. Cunnane obituary, Millsboro, DE

Michael J. Cunnane

Michael Cunnane Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Melson Funeral Services - Long Neck Chapel on Jun. 12, 2025.

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Michael J. Cunnane, age 78, of Millsboro, DE, formerly of Bucks County, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, at Delaware Bay Rehab & Healthcare Center in Georgetown, DE.
Born in Philadelphia, PA, on March 10, 1947, Mike was the son of the late James and Winnifred (Blastic) Cunnane. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.
Mike retired from Bell Atlantic/Verizon after a long and dedicated career, beginning as a lineman and later serving in management and consulting roles. He found joy in life's simple pleasures-spending time with his family and being on or near the water.
A true outdoorsman, Mike loved boating, fishing, crabbing, and hunting. He also had a passion for fast cars and classic automobiles, enjoyed attending car shows, and could often be found riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. A lifelong and devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan, Mike rarely missed a Sunday game. One of his proudest moments was watching the Eagles win the Super Bowl LIX championship.
Mike is survived by his two daughters, Christine Cunnane and Dawn Cunnane; his grandson, Christian Houser; his great-grandsons, Maximus Houser and Leviticus "Levi" Miller; his great granddaughter, Ember Mae Houser; his brother, Jeff Cunnane; and his sister, Pam Koren.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Rd., Millsboro, DE 19966, where a celebration of Mike's life will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will be private.
In Lieu of flowers donations in Mike's memory can be made to the American Heart Association.
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Joan Pena

June 13, 2025

I work at Delaware Bay also called Harrison House in the Laundry department, I would go in the room to deliver clothes to his roommate, and he would wave at me or when I deliver is eagle blanket he also put a smile on his face, he is sadly miss by all that new him. Joan Pena Laundry Department

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June 13, 2025

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

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