James M. Cunningham

James M. Cunningham, 77, of Lewistown, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Greenwood Village.

Born May 15, 1946, in Lewistown, he was the son of the late Paul F. and Bettie L. (Potter) Cunningham.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Donna M. (Graham) Cunningham; second wife, Lynn C. (Browning) Cunningham; and step-son, Michael Q. “Banny” Bubb.

He is survived by his step-children, Jeffrey G. Bubb and companion, Peggy Alexander, of Charlestown, West Virginia; John Funk II and wife, Brenda, of TN; Jennifer Funk and husband, Todd Douty, of Bellefonte; Karen Bubb of Lewistown; his brother, Lee Cunningham and wife, Teresa, of Lewistown; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

He was a United States Army veteran.

James worked at Standard Steel in the furnace room, heat treating dept., and lastly as a crane operator in the scrap yard.

He loved his family, especially the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchild. He enjoyed being outdoors and was an avid fisherman.  He especially enjoyed pulling bass out of the Juniata River and catching trout on the West Branch with his own hand-tied flies. He enjoyed taking the longer scenic route on his way to his favorite restaurants in the surrounding areas. He loved watching Nascar and he was one of Dale Earnhardt’s biggest fans. He enjoyed woodworking, was a Lionel model train enthusiast, and he was a proud supporter of the PA Lottery! When he quit drinking in 1992, the third shift at the Stroh’s brewery was no longer needed.

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m., Monday, April 15, 2024, at Mount Rock Cemetery, Pastor Josh Randolph officiating, and military honors will be provided by VFW Post 7011.

Arrangements are under the care of Heller-Hoenstine Funeral Homes, Woodlawn.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in James’s memory to: Pennsylvania Wounded Warriors, 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011.

Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.hellerhoenstinefuneralhome.com.

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