Barbara Jane Cunningham, 72, of Olney, formerly of Clay City, passed away October 3, 2020 at Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, IN.  Barbara was born September 25, 1948 in Olney, IL to Roy Franklin and Doris (Hunley). She married Don Cunningham on December 3, 1977 and they were married 42 years.  Barbara was a member of First Assembly of God in Olney, and she was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing golf with her friends. Barb loved all animals and was never without a canine companion. Barb took pleasure in landscaping the yard, planting flowers and trees, and redecorating her house. She especially enjoyed being around family and friends, and being fashionably stylish. Barb was a dedicated grandmother and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Barb was known for treating all people with respect and supporting her friends and loved ones with both humor and immense humanity. Barbara is survived by husband, Don Cunningham of Olney; daughter, Barbara "Buffie" Kattke and husband John of Woodridge, IL; daughter, Natalie R. Cunningham of Olney; grandchildren, Michelle St. Pierre and husband Jared, and Jackson and Claudia Kattke; great grandchildren, Gabriel and Jazlyn St. Pierre brothers, Gary Wayne (Becky) Franklin and RC (Joann) Franklin Jr; sister, Dallas J. Hemphill; very close friends from Florida, Canada, Kentucky, and St. Louis; two very special friends, Barbara Faggetti and Bo; and several beloved nieces and nephews.  Barbara was preceded in death by parents; and brothers, Floyd Franklin and Mark Franklin. Barbara was previously married to Bernard J. Smith who preceded her in death in June of 1970. A Memorial Service will be held for Barbara at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at Kistler-Patterson Funeral Home in Olney, with a Visitation beginning one hour before service time at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, Memorials can be made to Humane Society of Olney. The service will be Livestreamed via the Kistler-Patterson webiste.