Rush/Livonia: At the age of 88, John passed away peacefully on March 7, 2023 in Rush, NY. He was born on February 1, 1935 in Olean, NY to the late Alex and Anna (Acierno) Cunningham. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his loving wife Nancy, sons James “Jamie” and Kevin Cunningham and brothers, Glenn and Wilford “Willy”; sisters, Shirley and Johanna. John is survived by his children, Tanis (Chris) Edd of Rush, Lora (Dan) Abbott of Rush, and Marcia (Chris) Welker of West Henrietta; brother, Gary Cunningham and sister, Ruth Hair. Grandchildren, Jessica (Will) Pape, Jeremy (Cate) Nettnin, Kirstin Welker, Amanda Edd, Daniel (Amanda) Abbott, Chelsea Abbott (Tanner), Stone Welker (Shelby); great-grandchildren, Trevor, Heidi, Chance, Vivien and Caleb; several nieces, nephews and friends.

Following high school John went on to attend college at Penn State University. After his studies he went on to serve in the United States Navy at the rank of seaman 1^st class. He was a member of the Jaycees, American Legion, Knights of Columbus, Lions Club and Conesus Lake Association.

Family and friends may call on Saturday, March 18^th, 2023, from 2-4pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 15 & 20A, Livonia, NY where John’s Memorial Service will be held at 4pm, following calling hours. Inurnment will take place in the spring at Rose Hill Cemetery in Smethport, PA on May 6. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in John’s memory to support Thoracic Insufficiency Syndrome. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com