James B. Cunningham's Obituary
James Burl Cunningham, age 64, of Rehoboth Beach, DE and Palm City, FL, died suddenly on Friday, August 3, 2007, at Beebe Medical Center, Lewes, DE. He was born September 19, 1942 in Morrilton, Arkansas, son of the late Archie Ray and Wanda Mae (Hill) Cunningham.
Mr. Cunningham worked in the real estate industry all of his adult life, primarily as a developer. He was a 32rd Degree Scottish Rite Mason, Centennial Lodge #174 AF & AM, Upper Marlboro, MD. He entered the U.S. Air Force in 1960 and served his country for four years. After leaving the service he went to college, ultimately earning an MBA from the University of Maryland.
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Sheryl J. (Marshall) Cunningham; his son, Jason B. Cunningham; his daughter, Angela B. Cunningham; a brother Sherman Cunningham; and half-siblings Cecil Warren, Dale Warren, and Linda McIntyre. He is survived also by a loving mother-in-law Ruth Marshall; and in-law family Becky and Ken Moser, Megan Moser, Allison Moser, and Courtney Moser. Many other relatives in Ohio, Arkansas, and California and in particular, close friends Jack and Lisa Daggett, mourn his passing, as well. He was adored by his dogs Addison, Mousse and Duncan.
Masonic Services will begin at 11 AM on Thursday, August 9, 2007 followed by Memorial Services at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE, with Rev. Jack Abel officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the services. Interment will be private.
A reception will follow from 12-4 PM at the home of Jack and Lisa Daggett at Nine Alexander Court, Kings Creek Country Club, Rehoboth Beach, DE.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Morris Animal Foundation, 45 Inverness Drive East, Englewood, CO 80112 or online at morrisanimalfoundation.org.
Send online condolences to: [email protected]
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