James David “Jimmy” Cunningham

January 27, 2021

James David “Jimmy” Cunningham, a resident of Molino, went to his heavenly home on January 22, 2021. He was born in Clio, AL, on January 31, 1938, to James and Bernice Cunningham.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy Coln Cunningham; his parents, Bernice Tillman Cunningham and James Edward Cunningham and an infant son.

He is survived by his sons Lewe (Chip) Cunningham (Beth) and Scott Cunningham (Tiffany); four grandchildren, Amanda (Andrew) Antonio, Jessie (Justin) Self, Donald Cunningham and Tyler Simmons; two great-grandchildren, Jace and Jansen Self; and a brother, Jacky (Sharon) Cunningham.

Jimmy was a graduate of Tate High School and attended the University of Florida. He worked at Solutia and retired after 43 years of service. He spent his lifetime as a farmer and rancher and was a co-owner of Cunningham Farms.

He was a member of 4-H and an active leader as an adult. He was active with many organizations including 35 years as a board member with Florida Farm Bureau. Jimmy was also a founding member of Gulf Coast Agricultural & Natural Resource Youth Organization (GCA-NRYO) and the Northwest Florida Cattleman’s Association. He was very active in helping youth learn about agriculture and livestock and was active in helping acquire 4-H members acquire facilities for a livestock center.

Visitation with be held at Faith Chapel North Funeral Home North, 1000 South Highway 29 in Cantonment on Sunday January 31, 2021, from 4:30 to 7:30 pm. Funeral services will also by held at Faith Chapel North on February 1, 2021, from 10:30 to 11:30 am. with Brother Brian Calhoun serving as officiant.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to: GCA-NRYO, P.O. Box 653,Cantonment, FL 32533.

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2 Responses to “James David “Jimmy” Cunningham”

  1. Doris Cobb Smith on February 10th, 2021 1:45 pm

    I went to Tate all 4 years w/Jimmy. He was an outstanding student, very smart and everyone loved him. So sorry to hear of us death. Praying for your family. Doris Cobb Smith. TATE 1956.

  2. David and Jackie Johnson on January 28th, 2021 8:25 am

    Condolences to the Cunningham Family; our Prayers are with you all!

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