Obituaries
William C. “Bill” Cunningham, 69
June 22, 2017
William C. Cunningham, 69, of Lancaster, died Thursday, June 22 from pancreatic cancer at the Lebanon VA Hospital.
Bill was the son of the late Joseph V. Cunningham and Margaret A. Hoffmeier Cunningham and husband of 30 years to the late Gloria J. Cunningham.
Bill was a factory worker nearly 30 years at Armstrong World Ind. and retiree of Johnson & Johnson.
He was an Eagle Scout of Troop 16, graduate of Lancaster Catholic High School, class of 1966 where he rode as the Crusader mascot. He served in the United States Air Force from 1966-1970, where he did tours in both Vietnam and Japan.
Bill is member of Knights of Columbus 867 and was awarded Knight of the Year ’03, He is a 4th Degree Sir Knight with the Santa Maria Assembly 915. He was a lifetime member of AMVETS Post 19 and American Legion Post 34. Bill was a member of the Pequea Sportsmans Club, 8th Ward Club, and Millersville VFW Post 7294. He was a board member of GBU and past Officer of District 84, and founding member of St Philip the Apostle Roman Catholic Church.
Bill was a loving and generous man who will be missed by all who knew him. He enjoyed singing, dancing, traveling, suffering with the Philadelphia sports teams and spending time with friends and family.
He is survived by his three children: Joseph (fiancé Hermina), John, and Angela (husband Brian); two siblings Gerald Cunningham and Margaret White (husband Bob) and sister-in-law Rosemary, and many loving friends and extended family members. In addition to his parents and wife, Bill was preceded in death by sister-in-law, Carlene and brother, Roger.
The Holy Rosary will be recited at 5:30PM, Friday, June 30, 2017, at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. A viewing will follow from 6PM to 8PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM, Saturday, July 1, 2017 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 2111 Millersville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17603, with Rev. Lawrence W. Sherdel, as Celebrant. Family and friends will be received at the church from 9AM-10AM. Interment will follow at St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery, Bausman.
In lieu of flowers, please have Masses said for the repose of his soul, or donations can be made to The William & Gloria Cunningham Scholarship at Lancaster Catholic High, 650 Juliette Ave. Lancaster, PA 17601.
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Condolences to the Family
June 19, 2018
I have fond memories of hanging out with Bill, although the times at the casinos left a lot to be desired. 😏 You’ll be missed by many, but now you’re reunited with Gloria.
Tom Shultz
July 05, 2017
Bill was a wonderful volunteer and good representative of his employer in the community. He was always happy and willing to help.
So sorry to read in LMP about his death.
Sincerely,
Judy W. Smith
July 05, 2017
Bill was a wonderful volunteer in the Lancaster Community – always smiling, positive and willing to help as needed. He was a good representative for his employer.
Judy W Smith
June 30, 2017
I remember Bill being the caller at the basket bingos held at church he missed your mom so much he is back with he now in heaven
June 29, 2017
My prayers are with you. Bill is now back with Gloria. May they rest in peace. Amen.
Paul J. Kralicek, Jr. / U. S. Army
June 28, 2017
To the Cunningham family,
I am so sorry for youtr loss. I’ll light a candle at Mass on Sunday for Bill. Gerry my prayers go out to you and your family.
Fran Lombardo Spangler
June 28, 2017
To the Cunningham family,
Gerry I am truly sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. I’ll light a candle at Mass on Sunday For Bill.
June 27, 2017
Bill was one of the good guys.
Hadn’t seen him in several years.
A classmate from LCHS
Mike Wright
June 27, 2017
Cunningham family, sorry for your lose. Knew Bill from St. Philip’s. Rest In Peace.
Margaret A. (Peggy) Braun.
June 26, 2017
The Arcudi Family Extends their condolences to Bills Family,He worked with Tony Arcudi at Armstong. Nice guy.. so very sorry.
June 26, 2017
So sorry to hear
worked with Bill at Armstrong as well as coached his boys at LT baseball
June 26, 2017
Prayers to the family. Bill was a kind and loving person who will be missed by many. Happy trails my friend and classmate.
Deb M
June 26, 2017
Our hearts and prayers go out to Bill and his family. We will keep all of you in our thoughts. Love, Harry and Maureen Stridick
June 26, 2017
So sorry thinking of you 💜
June 26, 2017
R.I.P. Bill co-worker at Armstrong – life member at Amvets and veteran — Leroy Thatcher U.S.M.C.
June 25, 2017
Heartfelt sympathy to Angie, Joe and John, Jerry and Margie and all his extended family. Bill was always upbeat and he lived his faith to the end. He was a good dancer and always stopped and talked when he saw you out. He was such a loving father. He always spoke of his kids and you could hear the pride in his voice and see the smile on his face. He loved his dear wife Gloria and I find comfort in the fact that they are now reunited. Rest In Peace Bill and enjoy your eternal life.
June 25, 2017
God bless you and angels fly you swiftly to heaven. R. Woestman
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- Friday, June 30, 2017
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 3110 Lititz Pike
- Lititz, PA 17543
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- Saturday, July 01, 2017
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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- 2111 Millersville Pike
- Lancaster, PA 17603
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