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Herbert D. Cunningham Jr.

1943 - 2020

Herbert D. Cunningham Jr. obituary, 1943-2020, Gary, IN

BORN

1943

DIED

2020

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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Herbert Cunningham Obituary

Herbert D. Cunningham, Jr. exchanged time for eternity on September 24, 2020. He was born on July 4, 1943 to the late Herbert Sr. and Elsie Cunningham. Herbert was employed as a math teacher with the Gary Community School Corp. He enjoyed writing fictional stories and was a published author. He leaves to cherish his memory his sister Phyllis Cunningham-Malone; brothers Dwight Cunningham and Twyman Cunningham all of Gary, IN; two nieces Jamilia Jackson of Hobart, IN and Lisa Cunningham of Gary, IN; two great nephews Dentrell Davis of Joliet, IL and Larry Brown of Gary, IN and many friends. Visitation Friday October 2, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. with graveside service at 2:00 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2020.

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Leslie D. Payne

February 8, 2021

My sincere condolences to the family of Herbert Cunningham. I feel the loss also. He was my last connection to Gary, Indiana. He has always kept me informed and updated on friends and the changes good or bad in Gary. I will truly miss him.

Leslie D. Payne/daughter of Les Payne

Norma Therrington Haney

November 29, 2020

I will remember Herbert as a kind & gentle man! We graduated Froebel High School in June 1961! He shared with me he always wanted to become a doctor ! We also attended IU @ the same time! Dear family, rest in knowing that he lived a full life ! Herbert will always be remembered & loved!

Felicia Washington

November 6, 2020

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of my friend Herbert.
You will be missed by all who loved you. Rest in peace friend I will see you on the other side!!

rochelle mccool

October 16, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

rochelle mccool

October 16, 2020

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Janice M. Fannin Townsend

October 2, 2020

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Cunningham, he was my Math teacher at Edison Junior High.

Carol Fontleroy

October 2, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Children of John and Prestine Fontleroy from Earlington KY

Marvin Malone

October 1, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Jamilia Jackson

October 1, 2020

I will truly miss my Uncle Herbert. I will miss his sense of humor, guidance, intelligence and wittiness. He was one my greatest blessings in life and the love and memory of you will always hold a special place in my heart.

Jamilia Jackson

October 1, 2020

I will truly miss my Uncle Herbert. I will miss his sense of humor, guidance, intelligence and wittiness. He was one my greatest blessings in life and the love and memory of you will always hold a special place in my heart.

Carolyn Bishop-Bailey

October 1, 2020

My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Cunningham family. I had two sons that you taught math at Edison Middle School.

Pamela Hemphill

September 30, 2020

My deepest condolences to you and your family. Mr. Cunningham was my math teacher. I’ll never forget you. Rest with Christ

Regina Talbert

September 30, 2020

Mr. Cunningham was a really good math teacher. He will not be forgotten.

Minnie Taylor

September 30, 2020

R.I.P. he was such a nice man and a great teacher!

Miquell Mitchell

September 30, 2020

Mr. Cunningham was my math teacher at Edison Middle School. He was a very dedicated educator. My deepest condolences to his family. May it comfort you to know that you are in my prayers. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4)

Ralph Garner

September 30, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Herbert and I grew up in the same neighborhood and went Trinity Missionary Baptist Church along with our siblings. I will truly miss you and your calming personality. Rest in peace and I will look forward to seeing you again one day.

Michael & Ermalene Gault Sr

September 30, 2020

To the family,

Cunningham's at peace. Think of the good times and smile. For comfort read Ecclesiastes 3:1-15,17,19,20,22. May The Creator bring you peace during this time.

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Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

IN

Oct

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Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Oak Hill Cemetery

IN

Funeral services provided by:

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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