Richard CUNNINGHAM

Richard CUNNINGHAM obituary, Richmond, VA

Richard CUNNINGHAM

Richard CUNNINGHAM Obituary

Published by Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service on Aug. 10, 2012.
CUNNINGHAM, Richard Russell "Jelly Belly" Sr., 83, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 9, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Pearle Cunningham. Russell is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Mary S. Cunningham; daughter, Janet Cole (Don); son, Richard R. Cunningham Jr. (Linda); sister, Barbara C. Skinner (Harvey); grandchildren, Justin Lynch (Cheryl), Jason Lynch (Melissa), Katie Cunningham, Kellyn Cunningham, Richard R. Cunningham III, Stephen Cunningham; great-grandchildren, J.J. and Mikalah Lynch; lifetime friends, Latane and Irma Jenkins; numerous nieces and nephews. Russell was a retiree from E.I. DuPont (Cellophane), a longtime member of Dale Ruritan, Dead Shot Hunt Club and Southside Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Road (Rte. 10). His funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060, or the American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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August 12, 2012

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Debby Kyle

August 12, 2012

Linda & Richard,
Thinking of you & asking God to comfort you during this time of loss. Billy & I only met your father a few times but know from Kellyn how precious he was to his family. We love you and pray that your memories bring you comfort as you move through this time. Billy & Debby Kyle

Will Williams

August 11, 2012

Mrs. Cunningham, my condolence to you and your entire family. May God be with you even more at this time. Feel free to let us know if there's anything that we (your Church Family), or myself, personally can do. God bless you. Will Williams

August 11, 2012

Dear Barbara,so sorry of your loss of your brother.May you cherish his memory and love forever.Miss you and Harvey so much.Carolyn and Michael Johnson

FAYE BUSH

August 11, 2012

DEAR MARY, JANET AND RICHARD AND FAMILY. SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE, RUSSELL. WHAT A NICE MAN HE WAS. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. LOVE, FAYE BUSH

August 11, 2012

We loved Richard a lot and will miss visiting with him at our family reunions.We will keep your family in our prayers.
Hattie,Debra and Fred Riemke
Chattanooga,Tenn

Bill & Patsy Black

August 11, 2012

We are so sorry to have lost one of our long-time neighbors. May God give you peace in knowing that he has claimed his heavenly reward.

American Heart Association

August 11, 2012

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

John and Barbara Gilliam

August 10, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

August 10, 2012

We send our sympathy and love. We pray that God will surround each of you with love and care during this difficult time. Jack & Diane Terrell

Marvin & Gray Ragland

August 10, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with Mary and the entire family. Russell was a very special person to everyone he met.

Jim Vaile

August 10, 2012

Richard - I know it's not easy to lose a father at any age...I'm glad you had him for so long. We all love you and your family.

August 10, 2012

Our thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. Brad, Sue, Jake and Madison Bradley

Kris McFadden

August 10, 2012

My prayers are with you. I have fond memories of Richard. A kind and gentle soul.
Love,

Kris Martin McFadden

Ronda Ammons

August 10, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of "Mr.C's" passing. He was a very caring, loving man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Staff of Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service

August 10, 2012

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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