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Dennis “Denny” E. Cunningham, 69
January 15, 2021
Dennis “Denny” E. Cunningham, 69, of Carlisle, PA, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2021. Born April 30, 1951 in Hagerstown, MD, Dennis was the son of the late William “Bill” and Phyllis (Sampsell) Cunningham. In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by a sister, Debbie Rose Judd.
A 1969 graduate of Carlisle High School, Dennis went on to hold various positions throughout the years. His longest tenure was as a warehouse associate with AECOM, an infrastructure consulting firm, where he started in 1993 and retired in 2018.
Regarded as a car fanatic, Dennis often attended the local Carlisle car shows. Dennis was fond of old vintage vehicles, especially Corvettes and Mustangs. He attended Carlisle United Methodist Church for many years where he helped in many capacities. Above all, Dennis enjoyed spending time with his large family. His presence among them will be greatly missed.
To cherish his memory, Dennis leaves his daughter, Nikki Rivera (wife of Ramón); former wife, Ginny Snyder Massey; three brothers: Darryl Cunningham (husband of Ruth), David Cunningham (husband of Sandy), and Derek Cunningham (husband of Debbie); and a sister, Donna Myers (wife of Paul). He will be missed by five grandchildren: Itzia, Tyler, Raquel, Paloma, and Liliana.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Dennis can be made to the International Myeloma Foundation (myeloma.org/donate), 12650 Riverside Drive Suite 206, North Hollywood, CA 91607 and / or Hospice and Community Care (hospiceandcommunitycare.org/ways-to-give), 4075 Old Harrisburg Pike, Mount Joy, PA 17552.
Private services for Dennis will be held virtually in the comfort of his family’s home on January 30th, 2021, officiated by Pastor Mira Hewlett from Carlisle United Methodist Church.
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January 31, 2021
Dennis was an extraordinarily kind person with such a giving, patient, and caring heart. He pretty much dedicated the last four years of his life caring for our mother, Ikuko Zimmerman, during her senior years and took her on lots of adventure trips, to church, to lakes and parks, and out to restaurants every day. Sometimes I wondered why a guy five years older than me would dedicate his life for someone he met at church and drove back and forth to church, but over the years I realized he was just a good, caring, dedicated person. There should be more people in the world like him. We are forever grateful. He always told us my mom saved his life. I think it went both ways. He is and will be so missed.
January 26, 2021
I was so sorry to hear of Denny’s passing. I knew him in high school and later from church! He always had a smile on his face for everyone and never failed to ask me how I was! He was a good friend and I will really miss speaking to him at church each Sunday! Special prayers go out to Donna and Paul!
Darlene Sheaffer
January 24, 2021
I am so sad that Dennis is not with us, Dennis was a volunteer on the Gathering Ministry Team at the Carlisle UMC for many years. We became friends. Dennis volunteered in many other capacities at our church. So kind, He will be missed. I Want to extend my deepest smypathy to his daughter and her family, Donna and Paul Myers and to Dennis’ brothers.
Shelva and John Walker
January 24, 2021
My condolences, Denny was a good man. I don’t live in the area anymore but saw Denny last year and chatted like we had just seen each other. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Tim Miller
January 23, 2021
To all family members and friends. So sorry to hear about the passing Dennis. My deepest sympathy and you are in my prayers.
Daree Kyle
January 23, 2021
My deepest sympathy to the family. I knew Denny from working at IBM / Morrison Knudsen and from Carlisle United Mehodist church. He was a great friend and dedicated worker. He will be missed.
Diane Diehl
January 23, 2021
Dear Donna and Paul, please accept our sincerest condolences. Although Les and I did not know your brother personally, we do know how strong your faith is and how lovingly you have always spoken of your family members and the close bond that you share with one another. Sending prayers and love to you all today. Linda and Les MacRae
January 23, 2021
Dave, I am sorry to see that you have lost another sibling. Hoping you and your extended family find peace in God’s love and memories of Denny. Heartfelt sympathy, Susan Kuntz
January 19, 2021
Condolences from the members of the Carlisle High School Class of 69. Denny will be missed.
Crystal Kerns
January 18, 2021
I knew Denny as “the older brother,” who was respected and loved by his siblings. I extend my most heartfelt condolence to the family, with the hope that you find solace in your memories of Denny.
Jim Bazar
