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CUNNINGTON: Katharine “Kay” (Miller)

December 28, 2022 By 39 Condolences

CUNNINGTON: Katharine “Kay” (Miller)

CUNNINGTON:  Unexpectedly, but peacefully, at South Huron Hospital, Exeter, on Wednesday, December 28, 2022, Katharine “Kay” Margaret (Miller) Cunnington, of Exeter, age 85.  Beloved wife of the late Howard Leroy Cunnington (1995).  Loved mother and mother-in-law of Janet Cunnington, David and Marlene Cunnington, Joyce and Frank Maas, Gerald Cunnington, the late Nancy Cunnington (1967) and Barry Cunnington.  Cherished grandma of Steven Maas, Ryan Maas, Susanna Henderson, Philip and Rebecca Henderson, Michael Cunnington, the late Curtis Cunnington (2002), Abigail Cunnington and Meaghan Cunnington.  Treasured great-grandma of Samuel, Levi and Maverick.  Dear sister and sister-in-law of John and Ruth Miller, Frank and Laura Miller and Lloyd Vogan.  Remembered by her nieces, nephews and their families.  Predeceased by her parents Anton and Mary (Culbert) Miller, siblings and in-laws Andy and Phyllis Miller, Annie and Jim Romphf, Mary and Jim Davidson, Ruth and Harold Westlake, Marg and Gary Sheppard, Ruth Vogan and Dorothy Dobbs.  Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood with Visitation on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m.   A Private Family Funeral Service will be held.   Pastor Cathy Prout Officiating.  Interment Exeter Cemetery.  If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Bob & Sharon Pavkeje

    January 17, 2023 at 7:54 AM

    So sorry to read of Kay’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and such a great helper with the Sunbeams group at the church. Sending sympathy to your family.

  2. Brenda Hern

    January 12, 2023 at 7:07 PM

    To Kay’s Family – please accept our condolences on your loss. We just heard and want you to know we are thinking of you all. – Ivan and Brenda Hern and Jean Hodgert

  3. Joe and Dinette Stephens

    January 10, 2023 at 3:46 PM

    Always such a nice lady and loved Sunbeams. She will be missed. Thinking of you and your families

  4. Mark Heimrich

    January 10, 2023 at 8:24 AM

    Barry, and the Cunnington and Miller families;

    Our sincere condolences in the loss of your Mom/Grandmother/Kay. You are all in our thoughts at this time.

    Mark (& Julie) Heimrich

  5. Gerald and Carolyn Johns

    January 9, 2023 at 7:51 AM

    Always a faithful volunteer at the Sunbeams group at church as well as a UCW member. Rest in Peace Kay.

  6. Sherri Harrison

    January 6, 2023 at 7:34 AM

    Joyce, Frank & Family,

    Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your Mom. Thinking of you and sending lots of love during this difficult time.

    Sherri & Steve Harrison

  7. Harvey Adams And Allanna

    January 5, 2023 at 8:45 AM

    Joyce, Frank and family.
    Please accept our deepest most sincere
    sympathies on the lost of your mother.
    Cherish her memories.

    Allanna and Harv Adams

  8. Earl and Marilyn Miller

    January 3, 2023 at 5:37 PM

    Our deepest sympathy to all of Kay’s family. We know she will be greatly missed. Cherish the memories.
    Earl and Marilyn Miller

  9. Beth Cooper

    January 3, 2023 at 11:49 AM

    My sincere sympathies to all Kay’s family
    My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

    Beth Cooper

  10. Jeff Borland

    January 2, 2023 at 5:43 PM

    Condolences to the Cunnington family,Kay was a wonderful neighbour.

    The Borland family.

  11. Ken and Shirley Simpson

    January 2, 2023 at 3:58 PM

    To all of Kay’s family. We send our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom and grandma. Hold on to all the wonderful memories that were made over the years. Keeping you in our thoughts during this sad time.

  12. Lorne & Pat Ballantyne

    January 2, 2023 at 10:19 AM

    Our sympathy to the Cunnington and Miller families

    Lorne & Pat Ballantyne

  13. Paul & Virginia Warwick

    January 2, 2023 at 10:09 AM

    Thinking of Gerald, Dave & Marlene and all of Kay’s family at this difficult time. Your mother was such a warm, sweet lady. All of you will truly miss her as your family’s matriarch.
    Sincere sympathy,
    Paul & Virginia Warwick

  14. Darlene Lightfoot

    January 1, 2023 at 5:15 PM

    My sincere condolences in your loss. Kay was such a sweet lady. Your in my thoughts and prayers.
    Darlene (Varley)Lightfoot

  15. Liz Bender Millson

    January 1, 2023 at 3:16 PM

    Janet, David, Joyce, Gerald, Barry and families. Our deepest sympathies in the loss of your mother.
    Liz and Don Millson

  16. Bill & Darlene Hooper

    January 1, 2023 at 1:19 PM

    Our sincere condolences to Janet, David & Marlene, Joyce & Frank, Gerald, Barry & families.
    Cherish all of your wonderful memories. Thinking of you all at this difficult time.
    Bill & Darlene Hooper

  17. Kelly Holmes

    December 31, 2022 at 10:44 PM

    Thinking of you all during this difficult time. Hugs From Kelly Nate holmes & girls.

  18. Larry and Sharon Lynn

    December 31, 2022 at 10:50 AM

    We extend our deepest condolences to all of Kay’s family. Kay was a soft-spoken dear soul with a strong faith. We have many fond memories of her at Thames Road Elimville through choir, UCW, and other church activities. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
    Larry and Sharon Lynn

  19. Anne & Ted Kernick

    December 30, 2022 at 10:57 PM

    Sending our sincere sympathy to Kay’s family. Thinking of all of you at this sad time.

  20. Doug Coward

    December 30, 2022 at 8:03 PM

    Thinking of you all during this difficult time.

  21. Amanda Stire

    December 30, 2022 at 6:06 PM

    Barry,
    Sending my deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.

  22. Rick & Marilyn Vandenbussche

    December 30, 2022 at 5:47 PM

    Our sympathy to all of Kay’s family on her passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.

  23. Vicki and Randy Geoffrey

    December 30, 2022 at 5:39 PM

    We want to express our deepest condolences to Joyce,Frank,Steve,Ryan and the Cunnington Families
    A mother’s love is alive forever.In the lessons she taught, the patience she gave and in the heart’s of the children she raised.
    Our prayers go out to you in this time of great sadness to my friend in your time of loss. May you always feel her presence in heart and soul.

  24. Dorothy Stephen

    December 30, 2022 at 5:18 PM

    My sympathy to Kay’s family,
    May the love of God give you peace, and may the happy memories help to ease the pain of your loss.
    Dorothy Stephen

  25. Char Elliott

    December 30, 2022 at 3:55 PM

    Joyce,Frank, Steve, Ryan ,Dave, Marlene sending Love and Prayers to you all at this very sad time❤❤

  26. Dianne Regier

    December 30, 2022 at 3:44 PM

    Dear Joyce and family
    We are so sorry for your loss
    thoughts are with you at this sad time.
    Dianne and Doug Regier

  27. Janet Corbett

    December 30, 2022 at 1:07 PM

    To the Cunnington family, So very sorry for your loss of a mother, mother in law, grandmother. Our condolences to your entire family during this difficult time.

    Jeff and Janet Corbett

  28. Jeanie Pizzati

    December 30, 2022 at 12:42 PM

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time! She will be missed! Love, Jeanie and family and Joan and Stephen Caldwell and family

  29. Joan Morgan

    December 30, 2022 at 11:35 AM

    Thinking of all of the family at this sad time.
    Joan Morgan

  30. Nancy Hodgert

    December 30, 2022 at 11:12 AM

    Extending my deepest sympathies to all of you Hugs

  31. Marianne Timmerman

    December 30, 2022 at 10:38 AM

    To the family, we are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady.
    Greg and Marianne

  32. Judy & Gerard Grenier

    December 30, 2022 at 9:04 AM

    Joyce, Frank, Steve & Ryan so sorry for your loss of a dear Mom, mother in law & Grandma. May all your memories comfort your sorry. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very difficult time.❤️

  33. Larry Skinner

    December 30, 2022 at 8:49 AM

    To the Cunnington family:

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. My memory of Kay is that she was always a gentle and friendly lady. She always spoke when we ran into each other at events, church or out shopping. She will be missed by her friends, family and the community of Thames Road. Our sincere condolences to all of you.

    Larry and Faye Skinner

  34. Karen Dickins

    December 30, 2022 at 8:29 AM

    To all of Kay’s family, my deepest condolences, she was a lovely lady. May your wonderful memories help ease the pain. Thinking of you all.

  35. Shirley Kerslake

    December 30, 2022 at 8:17 AM

    Extending my deepest sympathy to Kay’s family.

    Shirley Kerslake

  36. Todd

    December 29, 2022 at 9:23 PM

    To my cousins and families. I am sorry to hear of your loss of Aunt Kay. Thinking of you all. Condolences from my family. Todd Sheppard

  37. Dianne Skinner

    December 29, 2022 at 9:17 PM

    To All the Cunnington family: So sorry for the loss of Mom. Hang on to the memories.

    Dianne Skinner

  38. Barry & Melonie Miller

    December 29, 2022 at 8:44 PM

    Kay had a been a good neighbour and friend for a long time. She loved her family and always put them ahead of herself. Kay leaves so many good memories ♥️
    Barry & Melonie

  39. Sharon Passmore

    December 29, 2022 at 8:05 PM

    Janet, David & Marlene, Joyce & Frank, Gerald, Barry & families.
    The Thames Road community has lost a wonderful lady and my good neighbour. Cherish all your wonderful memories and happy moments as these will bring a warm smile to your heart.
    Sharon Passmore

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