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1942 - 2004
MICHAEL EDWARD CUNNINGHAM, 62, of Huntington, husband of Loretta Bird Cunningham, died Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2004, in St. Mary’s Medical Center. He graduated from Vinson High School and Marshall University, where he received a B.E.S. degree in engineering and lettered in baseball. After 32 years with INCO Alloys, he retired in 1998 as Director of Administration. He was a member of Vinson Memorial Christian Church. Pastor Chris Farrow will conduct funeral services at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Reger Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in White Chapel Memorial Gardens, Barboursville. Mike was born April 1, 1942, in Huntington, W.Va., the son of the late Morris Edward and Bertha Owen Cunningham. His brother, David Morris Cunningham preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Loretta Bird Cunningham. Also surviving are his son and daughter-in-law, Eddie and Karen Cunningham of Huntington; two daughters and sons-in-laws, Cindy and Steve Shy of Wheeling, W.Va., and Kristi and Mike Short of Huntington; eight wonderful grandchildren whom he considered his "pride and joy," Hunter, Mera and Reese Cunningham, Stephen, Paige and Cody Michael Shy and Savannah and Crosby Short; one sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Andy Banfi of Ceredo, W.Va.; mother-in-law, Leota Bird of Huntington; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jackie Cunningham of Annapolis, Md., Clinton and Eulanda Bird of Barboursville, W.Va., Dreema and Bill Niesel of Powell, Ohio, and Donna and Joe Burns of Lebanon, Ohio; and several very special nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Reger Funeral Home.
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There are currently 23 condolences.
Roger Hall
Thursday September 13, 2007 at
11:21 AM
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Mike was one of my school friends and was sorry to hear of our loss. I always have the good memories of my school mates. I was in school
with him all 12 years. Please have my sympathies of your loss.
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Mr.Mrs George Davidson
Monday June 13, 2005 at
11:24 PM
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The best aunt anyone could ever ask for was , Mrs. Dora Childers
We will miss her for a long time to come. Love from all of our family is with you Martha Coyner
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Nellie Fleshman, Goddard
Monday May 2, 2005 at
1:18 PM
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I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He was in my classes at Vinson High School and my memories of him were very good. We graduated together in 1960. Please accept my sincerest sympathies.
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Carol Carver Nwman
Thursday December 23, 2004 at
6:26 PM
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Loretta and family:
My friendship with the Cunningham family is such a dear memory. Matt, Stacy and Mary Beth spent so much time with Eddie, Cindy, and Kristy....from church and school to the ballfields and ballet school. Mike is a very special person to us and will be missed.....Love and prayers, Carol
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Gary M. Adkins
Wednesday November 24, 2004 at
5:07 PM
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I wish to convey my deepest sympathies to the family of Mike's family.. I attenteeded Vinson and at Marshall University before I Transferred to UCLA. I was very empressed with his character and
life. I consideredit an honor to know him... Gary M. Adkins
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Phil & Diania Hysell
Wednesday November 24, 2004 at
11:58 AM
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Mike was a classmate of mine at Vinson. We were in Adrian Sullivan's Homeroom together. Mike will always remain in our memory. You have our sincere condolences on your loss.
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Joe Kessler
Tuesday October 12, 2004 at
8:04 PM
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Please accept my sincerest sympathies on the passing of Mike. We were class mates and fraternity brothers. Sorry for your loss.
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Lawrence Edmond and Nancy Ann Necesary Gravely
Tuesday October 12, 2004 at
3:57 PM
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To each of the family of Mike Cunnihgham-
Nancy and i offer our heartfelt sympathy in the death of Mike. We cannot offer words to make you feel better today, however we do offer the reminder of God's words of promise.
In sympathy.
Lawrence and Nancy Gravely
Louisville, KY
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Jean Neel
Monday October 11, 2004 at
1:29 PM
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Loretta, I was so sad to hear about Mike. He was so good to me when I worked for him. I am sure he will be missed by many people, especially by those eight "wonderful grandchildren". I'll bet they had that big tough guy wrapped around their little fingers.
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Mary Lue Zirkle-Light
Monday October 11, 2004 at
8:27 AM
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Loretta:
I was not aware that Michael passed away until Saturday morning. I'm so sorry that I didn't get to see you or come by the funeral home.
Michael was very special person. My working time with Mike was a pleasure. He was very fair and considerate and a true gentleman.
You and your family will be in my daily prayers.
Mary Lue Zirkle-Light
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Katie Holley
Sunday October 10, 2004 at
7:59 AM
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Please know your family has been in my thoughts and prayers, during this very sad time, Sincerely Katie
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Tish Phillips
Saturday October 9, 2004 at
6:49 PM
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Linda, Kristi, and Mike...
I wanted to send my sympathy for your loss. I would've came by for visitation because I was in town at the time, however I was in town for my aunt's funeral. Strange how things happen sometimes. My thoughts are with you all now... stay strong. With love, Tish
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Jo Anna Daniels Russell
Friday October 8, 2004 at
11:01 PM
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As a childhood friend of Mike, David, and Judy, I am so sorry for your loss and extend my sympathy. Mike was a kind and thoughtful person.
Jo Anna and Tom Russell
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Jo Anna Daniels Russell
Friday October 8, 2004 at
10:48 PM
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Dan Webster
Friday October 8, 2004 at
4:40 PM
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Shirley& I want to send our condolence to you and your family in this time of great sorrow, may god be with you. Dan
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Larry Musick
Friday October 8, 2004 at
4:27 PM
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Mike will be missed by so many of us who knew him. He was a great manager, decision-maker, mentor, and most of all friend. Our hearts grieve with you.
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Jim Kingston
Friday October 8, 2004 at
2:27 PM
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Loretta - So sorry to hear of Mike's death. I left WVA a long time ago, but Mike was one of my favorite people when I lived there. My thoughts are with you.
Sincerely,
Jim Kingston
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Olive Shy Smith
Friday October 8, 2004 at
1:02 PM
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Cindy,Steven and children, so sorry about your loss. Thinking of you and your family.
Olive Shy Smith
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Johnny Hines & family
Friday October 8, 2004 at
10:47 AM
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Loretta:
So sorry to learn of Mike's passing. He was a good boss as well as a great fellow.
Our prayers are with you and your family during these dark hours of sorrow. Your smile will soon return.
God Bless
johnny
Beaufort, SC
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Terresa & Stephen Pratt
Friday October 8, 2004 at
10:15 AM
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Freddie Harshbarger
Friday October 8, 2004 at
9:45 AM
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My sympathy to Loretta. I am also a retiree from INCO and knew Mike.
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Randy & Lisa Short
Friday October 8, 2004 at
9:00 AM
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May God comfort your family during this time. Mike was a very good man and I consider myself priviledged to have had him in my family's life.
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Brenda Carrico
Friday October 8, 2004 at
8:48 AM
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Dear Loretta, Eddie, Cindy and Kristi, I am so sorry about your loss. The friendships and memories that we made over the years at the baseball fields, when our children were young, will never be forgotten. Even though we haven't had contact over the years, the memories and good feelings between friends are still with me. My work schedule will keep me from visiting with you at this sad time but please accept my sympathy and know that I am thinking of all of you in my heart and in my prayers. Take care of each other. Sincerely, Brenda Carrico
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