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Kevin James Cunningham

1964 - 2020

Kevin James Cunningham obituary, 1964-2020, Galesburg, IL

BORN

1964

DIED

2020

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Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory - Galesburg

1849 N Seminary St

Galesburg, Illinois

Kevin Cunningham Obituary

GALESBURG - Kevin James Cunningham, 55, Galesburg, died at 3:15 p.m. Monday, March 23, 2020, at OSF Holy Family Medical Center in Monmouth.

Kevin was born Oct. 25, 1964, in Galesburg, the son of James Henry Range and Ola Mae (Coleman) Cunningham. Kevin married Juanita Miller on May 17, 1995, in Galesburg. She survives, as do three daughters, Devonna Locklear of Galesburg, Ashley Cunningham of Austin, Texas, and Jasmine Cunningham of Galesburg; and two grandsons, Josiah Wilder and Dakarai Cunningham. Kevin is also survived by six brothers, Curtis (Donna) Cunningham of Galesburg, Jeffery (Kimberly) Cunningham of Springfield, Missouri, Kenny (Rachel) Cunningham of East Dubuque, Keith (Raylynn) Cunningham of Galesburg, Jimmy (Jessica) Range of Jacksonville, Florida, and Joey (Sharla) Range of Galesburg; and three sisters, Dena (Roderic) Woods, Teresa (Larry) Howell and Kathy (Randy) Cunningham, all of Galesburg.

Kevin was preceded in death by his father, James Range; mother, Ola Mae Cunningham; and one brother, DeWayne Cunningham.

Kevin had been a dedicated employee at Bruce Foote Chevrolet in Monmouth for over 32 years. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially spending time fishing, tending to his yard and garden, as well as grilling out for his family and friends.

Due to social distancing limitations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no formal visitation; however, friends and family may pay their respects from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, April 2, 2020, at Watson Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory. Private family funeral services will be held. Pastor Jon Baker Sr. will officiate. The funeral service will be streamed at https://www.facebook.com/Watson-Thomas-Funeral-Home-and-Crematory-168719211966/. A public celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Online expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.

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Published by The Register-Mail on Mar. 31, 2020.

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Patrice Gray-White

April 2, 2020

Sending our condolences to the family. Praying for peace and comfort in this time of need. Love AlwaysWhite/Gray Family

Susan Washington and Family

March 31, 2020

To the family of Kevin Cunningham you have my utmost Sympathy and deepest Condolences, Sorry for your loss. May God shine down blessings to you all, in your time of need. May you find the strength to endure all things. Much love ❤ God Bless

Joanne Gray

March 31, 2020

Condolences and blessings to the Cunningham family. I pray God give you all strength during this time of bereavement. Please know that you all will continue to be in our prayers.Much love,Joanne Gray

Patricia Gray

March 31, 2020

Ashley, I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Best wishes to you and your family.

Christine Wright

March 31, 2020

My sincerest condolences to Kevins family and loved ones. May your love and fond memories of this kind man carry you through your grief. I had the good fortune to work with Kevin for many years at Bruce Foote; although Ive been gone for some time, it was always a pleasure to see him and catch up a bit. Prayers for all.

Al Williams

March 31, 2020

We send our deepest sympathy to the Cunningham family and ask God to bless you and keep you safe.

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Chuck Ross

March 31, 2020

Curt and family, although I lost track of Kevin since we were kids, I still remember hanging out with him. My sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family. Respectfully, Chuck

catarino Garza

March 31, 2020

My condolences for the family and may God bless and guide you in your time of sorrow.

Alex Saiz

March 30, 2020

Kevin was an outstanding guy, from doing off our careers to movling or padio furniture to and fro. Always the first I saught out at Foote, I wil miss him terribly. And that grin. Safe passage Kevin we all miss you.

AL Noche and MaryJ Williams

March 25, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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