Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Kristina Cunningham Obituary
Watkinsville - Kristina "Kriste" Michelle Tybor Cunningham passed away on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. We rejoice with her that she is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Kriste had an accident on March 11 while riding her horse Atlas, which led to her passing. Kriste is survived by her husband Rob Cunningham, her daughter Sidney Hosea, her new son-in-law Devin Hosea, her parents Phil and Pricilla Tybor, her siblings Phil Tybor Jr., Colette Tybor, Carmen Rivers, cousins, many nieces, nephews, and so many extended family members. She was an amazing wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, aunt, and friend.
In life, she was an avid horsewoman. At the age of 13, she was introduced to horseback riding through her sister Colette. She quickly fell in love with horses and would work at the barn where she rode in exchange for riding lessons. The Tybor family moved to Oconee County in January of 1986 and were able to have the horses on their property. Kriste has been in countless horse shows, riding dressage, and has many ribbons and awards for her efforts. Kriste was instrumental in the startup of the Oconee 4H Horse Club in 1986. She was also co-leader of the Oconee County High School Warrior Princess Program from 2015 until the program had to end in 2017.
She was a Salutatorian of the OCHS Class of 1988, a member of the Academic Team at OCHS, a member of the National Honor Society, and graduated with honors from OCHS. She received her BS in Pharmacy from The University of Georgia in 1993. She was a pharmacist until 2009 when she became a Pharmacy Analyst at Athens Regional Medical Center. At Piedmont Athens Regional she was part of a much larger team as a Pharmacy Analyst for the Epic Willow Team.
Kriste lived life fiercely, she loved fiercely, she worked fiercely, and she played fiercely. Most of all she will be missed fiercely.
A celebration of her life will be held at Watkinsville First Baptist Church on Saturday, March 27 at 2:00 PM.
Lord and Stephens Funeral Home, WEST, Watkinsville, GA, is in charge of arrangements. www.lordandstephens.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kristina Cunningham
Sponsored by OnlineAthens.com.
4 Entries
Mary Tybor
April 6, 2021
Sending hugs and prayers. Love you all.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes
March 25, 2021
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
June Compton
March 25, 2021
Priscilla, Colette, Phil and family. I am so very sorry for you loss but know she is with her Uncle John. You are all in my prayers.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Kristina Cunningham's name
Memorial Events
for Kristina Cunningham
Funeral services provided by:
Lord & Stephens Funeral Home - West1211 Jimmy Daniel Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677
How to support Kristina's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Kristina Cunningham's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
