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Anthony W. Cunningham

Anthony Cunningham Obituary

ANTHONY W.
CUNNINGHAM, 77
Trial Lawyer

LAKELAND - Anthony W. Cunningham, 77, of Lakeland, Florida, nationally prominent trial lawyer and longstanding member of the Tampa community, passed away from a stroke on Monday, January 19, 2009, with his family by his side.
The family will receive friends at a viewing from 6-9 p.m. Friday, January 23, at Blount & Curry Funeral Home, 605 South MacDill Avenue, Tampa. A memorial service is planned for 2 p.m., Saturday, January 24, at Chester H. Ferguson Law Center, 1610 N. Tampa Street, Tampa 33602. Those who so desire may make memorial contributions to the Hillsborough County Bar Foundation directed to the Anthony W. Cunningham Memorial Scholarship Fund.

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Published by The Ledger on Jan. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Anthony Cunningham

22 Entries

Bill Wagner

April 30, 2024

Tony was one of the first partners of mine in the first law firm formed by me, and our practice law and many other things together for so long and under so many circumstances, it is hard to summarize. It is even hard for this 91-year-old man remember them after all these years. He made so many differences in my life, including my law practice, that even thinking about them in painful for me. Many others who got to know and love Tony are now dead, so it is unclear who is now alive to receive "Condolences" especially from someone who they don't know. If you had connections with Tony even close to those I had, you deserve sincere "Condolences" and I express them to you now.

Bill Wagner

Marlene Prendes

February 4, 2009

Tracy, Joseph, and Ana:
We are deeply sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Prendes Family

Toni Everett

January 28, 2009

My sympathy goes to the entire family who has been dear to me for many years. Tony was one of the most loyal business associates I have ever had and our relationship developed into family friendship that I will truly miss as I'm sure anyone who knew him would agree.

Sandy Sirois

January 28, 2009

So very sorry to hear of the passing of your love. I know that the pain is deep and your heart feels empty, you are not sure what to do now, but this too will pass in time. Allow the precious memories to comfort you. Love & Prayers

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Tina Logan

January 26, 2009

My deepest condolences to Kem and the Cunningham Family. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Mr. Cunningham was a wonderful attorney and I will miss him.

Paula Cunningham Pavon

January 26, 2009

I was never able to meet Tony but enjoyed hearing about him from Aunts and Uncles, and my father Jesse G. Cunningham. I did know his father Uncle Elmo who was so much fun to be around. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.

Wendy Glasscock

January 25, 2009

To Kem and Tony's family -
My deepest regrets to all of you. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray the Lord will somehow bring peace and comfort to you in the days to come.
Kem, I know how much you loved Tony and it breaks my heart to know that you are suffering. I love you to death and I wish I could somehow take a portion of your pain away. I am sorry that you are enduring such a great loss.

Love and Hugs,
Wendy

Gigi Divin

January 25, 2009

Kem,
I've prayed for you every day since I learned of Tony's passing. I'm just so sorry for your loss. May the beautiful memories of your love story help you through the days ahead.
Love, Gigi

Jesse Gordon Cunningham

January 25, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Bernadette Wubbel

January 24, 2009

Kem,
Our prayers and hearts are with you during this time of sorrow. May your wonderful memories and the strength of friends and family carry you through these difficult days. Our love, Richard and Bernadette

Gloria Richards

January 23, 2009

As your favorite mother-in-law I thank you for being the father of my fantastic grandchild, Alexandra, and step-father to Joshua Lane who always made you proud of his scholastic ability. Sincerely, Gloria B. Richards and Gordon Minto

Betty Cordell Craft

January 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Tony was a wonderful person.

From a high school classmate...

Carol Bassette

January 22, 2009

Mr. Cunningham was not only my lawyer, but also my crusader at a difficult time in my life. I will be forever grateful to him and his superb assistant Ms. Drawdy. He is one of the finest men I have ever had the pleasure to know.

Joanna Drawdy

January 22, 2009

Carrie and I are so saddened at the loss of Mr. Cunningham. After having worked with him for so many years, we feel like part of his family, not just his employees. We miss him but have lots of wonderful memories. He always had time for us and our families and we and they loved and appreciated him. By working for Mr. Cunningham, we were able to watch all of his children grow up. We love you all and share in your loss.

Zana Cunningham, Paul Young

January 22, 2009

With our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marc Fisher

January 22, 2009

Kem,
Thoughts and prayers with you.

Stewart Beyer

January 22, 2009

Matt,

Our condolences on the death of your father.

June & Stew Beyer

R. "DUTCH" WEIGEL

January 22, 2009

SINCEREST CONDOLENCES