Peacefully at Exeter Villa on Wednesday, August 17, 2022, Arthur William Cunningham of Exeter in his 97th year. Beloved husband for 74 years of the late Beverley (Bayley) Cunningham (April 2022). Reunited in heaven with his much loved daughter Barb Hodgins (2005). Cherished father of David (Chris) of Tavistock, and Don (Ruth Ann) of Lucan. Proud grandpa of Jennifer (Scott) Gignac, Megan (John) Scruton; Nicholas (Valentina), Luke (Morgan) and Joshua; Jason (Jocelyn), Adam (Katherine), and Ashley. Also loving great-grandpa of Lauren, Logan; Laurissa (Adam), Sarah; Auviahna, Levi; Leeanna, Emmery and Irelynn. Great-great grandpa of Sophia. Also survived by son-in-law Ward Hodgins (Jo-Anne) of Clinton and several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Alvin and Marion (Prest) Cunningham, sister Verna and her husband Jack, brother James and his wife Hazel, brother Harvey, brother-in-law Carl, sister-in-law Marilyn and her husband Murray.
Art’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Exeter Villa for the excellent care Art has received.
In keeping with Arthur’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye with Pastor Doug Watson officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Samaritan’s Purse Canada or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Sandra Newton
Don, David and families,
My sincere sympathy to each of you. Each one of you will have your personal memories of Art to keep him near to your heart. Art and Bev were neighbours of mine for many years. They were a wonderful couple who are now together again.
Sandra Newton
Murray and Rose Waymouth
Our deepest sympathy Don and Family on the recent passing of your parents . So very sorry to hear this .
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of the Exeter Villa send their heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Carla Revington
Don, David and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Art’s passing and so close to Bev’s. I hope memories of your Mom and Dad will help console you as you mourn your double loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carla Revington(Lyle’s daughter and Sheridan’s granddaughter)
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Lawrence & Carol Amos
Our sincere sympathy to each of you. May your cherished memories of his long life and special times together bring comfort at this difficult time.
Sandy and Mark Felker
David, Chris and all of the Cunningham family. You are all in our thoughts, so sad to lose both Art and Bev so close together. Our deepest condolences to you all. Xxoo
George and Sue Wilson
David, Don, Ward and families, heartfelt condolences on your loss of a wonderful Dad and grandfather. He was a great man. He will be reunited with his loving wife and daughter, Bev and Barb. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat Kalyn
Art Cunningham what a great guy, shy with a wicked sense of humour, once you got to know him. He was my daughter Chris’s father-in-law. A loving family man, a dedicated country boy who loved the land, farming, fishing and hunting with his boys, and later grandsons …
He reminded me of an oldtime cowboy from the movies like Wyat Earp. He may have appeared brisk on the surface, but deep down he was a marshmallow. And OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL LEGACY HE LEFT FOR ALL!
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your dad and grandpa. He will be enjoying all the treasures of heaven with his dear loved ones gone before. May the Lord give you comfort at this time.
Earl and Marilyn Miller
Cunningham family,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the passing of your dad and grandpa. He will be enjoying all the treasures of heaven with his dear loved ones gone before. May the Lord give you comfort at this time.
Alex Westman
Sincere condolences to Don, Ruth Anne and family.
The Trottier's and Atkinson's
So sorry that the Cunningham family has lost two loved ones so close together. Thinking of you all during this time.
In lieu of flowers, we have made a donation to Samaritan’s Purse
John & Barb McAlpine
Our condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Treasure your memories.
Joan & Bob Finkbeiner
Sorry of your loss . He really enjoyed His time with our dad Arnold. Our thoughts and prayers with the family at this sad time. God Bless
Lawrence Lockhart
To David, Chris, Don, Ruth Ann, Ward & Families –
We are so sorry for your loss. We wish to extend our sincerest sympathy. You will miss him. We hope you find comfort in your many wonderful memories. God Bless.
Linda & Lawrence Lockhart, Bayfield
John Elston
Don and Ruth Ann
Sending sincere condolences to you and your families on the passing of your dad. Thinking of you at this time.
John Elston and family
Ken and Shirley Simpson
Don,Ruth Ann, David, Chris, Ward and Families.
Sending our deepest condolences… So sorry for your loss, first your mom in April and now your father.. I missed seeing Bev and Art at church when they found it difficult to attend in person. They are both together now in their wonderful home in Heaven, with their beautiful daughter Barb by their side..Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Sloetjes
Cunningham family
Praying God’s peace and love surround you all as you cherish memories.
Dan and Carol Sloetjes
Jeff and Kelly McFalls
Don, Ruth-Ann and families,
Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Jeff and Kelly McFalls
Allan Cunningham & Lois Noland
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Art had a long and eventful life. Enjoy his memories with each other at this time.
Joanne Walzack
David, Don and families
So sorry to hear about Art’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wes & Chris Hodgson
Sorry to hear of Arts passing he was a great friend of our family and he supplied us with numerous stocker cattle from Brooks Alberta for years we always trusted Arts judgment in his cattle purchases for us. Our condolences to the Cunningham family.
Cindy and Betty Prest
Don and David and families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We have wonderful memories of your dad which spanned from here to Calgary which we will always cherish.