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Willie Mae Cunningham, born on February 12, 1935, in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2025, in the same beloved city. She was a beacon of love and kindness, known for her caring nature and her unwavering dedication to her family. Willie Mae embodied warmth and compassion, making her a cherished matriarch to those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Willie Mae is survived by her devoted children: Alice Faye Davis, Debra Bacy, Jackie Coleman, and Jolly Watley. Together, they carry forward her legacy of love, ensuring that her spirit lives on through their cherished memories. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Clarence Cunningham, whose memory she will forever hold close.
Family was everything to Willie Mae, and her happiest moments were spent in the company of her loved ones. Her nurturing spirit and genuine affection enriched the lives of everyone around her, and she touched countless hearts with her generous soul.
A viewing will be held on March 6, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Golden Gate Funeral Home - Ft. Worth, located at 5701 East Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76119. Following this, a funeral service will be conducted on March 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Mayfield Baptist Church, situated at 2101 Amanda Avenue, Fort Worth, TX 76105.
Willie Mae Cunningham's life may have concluded, but her loving spirit and the memories created with her family will remain a lasting legacy for all who knew her. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
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