Mae Cunningham Obituary

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MAE NORA CUNNINGHAM

On Friday October 12, 2007, Mae Nora Cunningham was called to rest. After eighty-nine years of serving others, God called her home.
A native of Monroe County and a long time resident of Pensacola, she will always be remembered for her faith in God, enduring strength and love. She had a beautiful sense of humor and always saw the best in others. In the early 70's, she opened the doors of her home to the aged and disabled. Her amazing gift for friendship, allowed so many to experience her warm and caring heart.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Louise McCrary and Robert Wiggins; husband, Cleve Cunningham; daughters, Sallie Stanton Marsh and Patricia Cunningham; son, Richard Cunningham; granddaughters, Wanda Atkins and Niki Cunningham.
Survivors include daughters, Ella Cunningham, Carmen Evans; son, Michael Cunningham; sister, Lucille Williams; grandchildren, Angela Mack, Chris Marsh, Jackie Cunningham, Anthony Cunningham, Adrian Marsh, Sharon Cunningham, Sonya Cunningham, Armeatrics (Palmer) Honore, Daryl Marsh, Carol Marsh, Bobby Marsh, Michael Cunningham Jr and Tobias Cunningham; 32 great -grandchildren and 22 great -great grandchildren.
Services will be held Saturday 1:00p.m. at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Wesley officiating.
Burial will follow at Bayview Cemetery.
Viewing will be held from 12:00 to 1:00p.m. Saturday at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
JOE MORRIS & SON FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Oct. 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Mae Cunningham

13 Entries

Cryshunda Tillery

October 25, 2007

To Bobby and Family:
I just want to say that all that I have heard about your grandmother have been nothing but good things. I know that she have instilled a lot of good things in such a fine young man. The one time that I did get to meet your grandmother she was such a good and God-fearing woman and I know that she have had a great life. May her soul Rest In Peace and you will meet again.

MARIE JOHNSON

October 20, 2007

ELLA,MICHAEL,&ANGELA MRS.Cunningham was a wonderful person.I'll aways remember 'THE TREE'. MY PRAY ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.

Bobby Marsh Grandson

October 20, 2007

Grandma,I really can`t tell how you meant and always will mean to me;I have nothing but great memories.I`m happy to have had the chance to talk to you before you closed you eyes forever & as you laid in that bed,you continued to be that same Mae Nora; giving advice,and being concern about us.In those 89yrs you saw and felt more than your share of set-backs &pain,but always managed keep a smile on your face and a word of encouragement handy.If someday I have 1/10th the wisdom,strenght,love and perseverance as you....I would be considerer a great man by many. I Love You! P.S. I know y`all are up there laughing about how you made everybody either call-in or be late for work and school by stay up talking for 72 hours!! (Smile) REST IN PEACE...YOU DESERVE IT.

October 19, 2007

To: ANGELA AND THE ENTIRE FAMILY
OF THE LATE MRS. CUNNINGHAM.

Oh How Good God Is! God Blessed Ms. Cunningham to be here on this earth for so many years. Mrs. Cunningham is in a better place now. I was just a little girl when I first met Ms. Cunningham. I'm all grown up now, she was still the same. (ALWAYS FULL OF JOY!). She meant so much too me and held a SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. I will always be grateful for the memories we shared. Angela, REMEMBER, "TAKE ONE DAY AT A TIME". ONLY GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH.

Be Blessed,
Love To Each of You,
Connie Walker & Family-Pensacola,FL

Agnes Snider Cook

October 19, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cece Griffin

October 19, 2007

Angela and Family I am so sorry for your loss. She was a great lady! I spent many a day as a child in her home that those times was very special for me. I will always remember the good times we have had with her.
God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.

ROBERT & JEANETTE FOUNTAIN

October 19, 2007

HELLO, ANGELA: THE LORD WILL NEVER LEAVE OR FORSAKE YOU. HE IS THERE JUST TO COMFORT YOU. ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT THE LORD GAVE YOU YOUR GRANMOTHER FOR A SPECIAL PURPOSE.

Alisha, Malique and Jayden

October 19, 2007

Grandma, I never thought this day would come. You were the strongest woman that I have come across thus far. While I know in my heart that you have gone on to a better place, your presence will be missed. I am so blessed that we had this time together, I will forever cherish all of the wonderful memories.

Jewel Davenport

October 19, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Angela Mack

October 19, 2007

Grandma, I will always remember the good times we had together. We could always find something to laugh about. You made all of your grandchildren feel special; we love you and will miss you. Thank You for all of the life lessons, I will use them to get me through these difficult times.