Robert "Bob" L. Cunningham

Robert L. "Bob" Cunningham, Sr, 82, of Monticello passed away early Saturday morning, May 23, 2026 at his residence surrounded by his family.

He was born on March 25, 1944 in Lafayette to the late Duane and Grace (Scowden) Cunningham. His marriage was to the former Joan E. Redden. They were united in marriage in Chestertown, Maryland on April 6, 1963 and they just celebrated sixty-three years together.

He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a former member of the Battleground United Methodist Church. He worked as a maintenance technician for S.E.W. Friels Cannery for many years in Queenstown Maryland. He retired from Indiana Packers in 2006 as a maintenance technician. He was a jack of all trades. He built homes, did electrical, and plumbing. He loved to tinker and was a talented and knowledgeable auto mechanic.

He was a member of the American Legion Caroline Post 29 in Denton Maryland, Fraternal Order of the Eagles 2570 of Monticello, and was a former member of the Moose formerly of Monticello.

In addition to his wife, Joan of Monticello, he is survived by his children, Robert (Rhonda) Cunningham of Denton Maryland, Brenda (Rev. Russ) Alley of Monticello, Duane Cunningham (significant other Charlene) of Magnolia, DE; thirty-four grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sons Bryan Edward Cunningham and Tony Anthony Cunningham, a grandson, and a great grandson.

Visitation will be from 5pm until 7pm (EDT) on Friday, May 29, 2026 at Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello.

Services celebrating Bob's life will follow at 7pm (EDT) at the funeral home commencing with military rites.

Memorial contributions are encouraged to the Monticello Veteran Honor Guard. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Friends and family are encouraged to share a photo, a memory, or messages of condolence at www.springervoorhisdraper.com

Springer-Voorhis-Draper Funeral Home of Monticello is entrusted with care.