Zelma Cunningham Monroeville, Alabama Obituary

Zelma Cunningham

<p>Zelma Cunningham, 90, was born on August 24, 1932. She departed this life on May 24, 2023 at Englewood Nursing Home. She was a life-long resident of Monroe County and the daughter of the late Henry Ned and Catherine Crook Cunningham. She was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church #1 of Tunnel Springs until her health began to fail. </p><p>&nbsp; </p><p>Zelma was a diligent worker; working for a time at Greer Elementary School.&nbsp; She also worked at Vanity Fair Sewing Plant, Monroe County Hospital and was a dietician at Englewood Nursing Home from which she retired. Zelma enjoyed cooking and was known for her cakes. She was also involved in various church activities. </p><p>&nbsp; </p><p>Zelma is preceded in death by her parents: Henry Ned Cunningham and Catherine Crook Cunningham; son: Kenneth Johnson; daughter: Helen Johnson; brothers: Robert Cunningham, J. C. Cunningham, James Cunningham and Willie Cunningham; sister: Mattie Cunningham. </p><p>&nbsp; </p><p>She leaves to cherish her memories to her son: William Johnson of Monroeville, AL; nephews: James H. (Elizabeth) Richardson of Florala, AL; J. C. Edward and Marcus (Brandy) Cunningham both of Burnt Corn, AL; nieces: Doris Moody, Columbus, GA, Sally Carter and Bonnie (Willie) Kyles both of Monroeville, AL; Cathy Everson, Eula Richardson, Druscilla Richardson, Barbara Richardson, Betty&nbsp; (Brantley) Parsley all of Mobile, AL, Sharon (Anthony) Thames of Burnt Corn, AL, Lucy Cunningham, Evergreen, AL and Marilyn Crosby, Pensacola, FL; a host of cousins and friends.&nbsp; </p>
August 24, 1932 - May 24, 202308/24/193205/24/2023
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James A Tate
May 30, 2023
We’re so very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

James A Tate
A candle was posted for Zelma Cunningham.
A candle was posted for Zelma Cunningham.
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James A Tate
May 30, 2023
We’re so very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

James A. Tate and Family
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James A Tate
May 30, 2023
We’re so very sorry for the loss of your mother. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

James A. Tate and Family
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The staff at Jones Unity Funeral Home Inc.
May 26, 2023
We plant this tree as a living memorial to Zelma. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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