Jimmy D. Cunningham

Jimmy D. Cunningham born in Atalla AL on July 2nd, 1949 passed away on July 21st, 2021 in Boaz, AL surrounded by loved ones. Jimmy “Jim” was 72 years old at the time of his passing. Jim lived a full and loved life, full of family friends and so many grandkids. Jim was drafted into the army during Vietnam, he served in the army for 2 years in Alaska. Jim was a 23 year retiree of the Gulf State Steel. During his first 2 marriages Jim had 3 children and inherited a 4th. Jim is survived by his Wife Debra Cunningham, they met in 1989 and were married March 30th, 1992. Jim then inherited another 4 children. Jim was a loving husband, brother, father, and friend. Those who knew Jim knew that he loved to tinker and mow his lawn. Jim loved his children, all 8 of them. But he always lit up the most when he was surrounded by any of his 14 grandkids. Jim was always the first to offer to lend a hand to help family or neighbor, even if it meant breaking a foot, or two. Jim is preceded in death by his father Leon Cunningham and mother Ann Cunningham. His first wife Brenda, sister Virginia “Gin” and brother Andy as well. Jim leaves a lasting legacy in his children, Tim (Cristy) Cunningham, Candy (Jeremy) Beck, Jennifer Nesmith-Neumeyer, Brandi (Chris Battiste) Neumeyer, Jeff (Jacy) Cunningham, James (Aubrey) Neumeyer, Anne Marie Connell and Amber Cunningham. And the legacy continues with his grandkids, Hannah Cunningham, Holland, Sarah and Piper Beck, Gavyn Neumeyer and Aidyn Nesmith, Avery and Dexter Battiste, Jaxton Cunningham, Marley, Piper and Isabella Neumeyer, Navah and Zayne Connell. Jim is also survived by his sister Judy Groover and brother Paul Cunningham. Jim always gave and never took. Always helped but never asked. Always made available his time but rarely asked for others time. Jim loved and helped with no strings attached. The true form of selflessness. May he rest in his riches full of breath and life. Jim’s infectious laugh and grand smile will be missed by all. Viewing to be held from 12-12:30 pm for family and 12:30-1:30 pm for friends, on Sunday July 25th at Etowah Memorial Chapel. Graveside services to follow at 2 pm at Hillcrest Cemetery, Boaz Al. Pastor Jeremy Beck will officiate the service. Pallbearers: Nephews Paul Jr, Mark and James Cunningham, David Groover and Jimmy Beck. Great Nephew Ray Hill and Brother-in-Law Steve Bronaugh. In leu of flowers please send plants or a donation to the National Kidney Foundation. Etowah Memorial Chapel Directing

Jimmy D. Cunningham

July 2, 1949 - July 21, 2021