Richard Cunningham “Ricky” was born January 11, 1961 in Rome Georgia to Augustus “AC” Cunningham and Elizabeth Harris.
Ricky was a devoted member of Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies where he was a previous member of the praise team, choir, and media team.
Ricky was well known in Christendom because of his bigger than life personality and his ability to make people laugh “I had trouble making friends it was easier when I made people laugh”. He was also well known for his involvement in community choirs Tetris and Resurrection among many others. He loved Bishop Watkins and served in whatever capacity requested without hesitation. He was also a committed family man who adored his children and grandchild.
Tremendously missed, he is survived by his two children, Son, Brice Adam Cunningham and Daughter Bailey Marie Cunningham, Beloved Granddaughter Gavyn Marie Thomas “Miss Cashmere”, bonus grandchildren, Evalina and Amelia Romero, Devoted Mother Elizabeth Harris, Sister Theresa Dupree, Brothers, Michael Cunningham and Alton Harris, Nieces, Tereda Wright, Michelle Cunningham and Kadeja Harris, Nephew Al A Harris and a host of great nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by niece Ketra McMullin, nephew Jermar Wright and father Augustus “AC” Cunningham.
Private Visitation 5:00 PM and Private Funeral Service 6:00 PM Sunday, October 31, 2021 at Higher Ground Always Abounding Assemblies, 870 Saint Clair Ave 43201. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE.
We extend our deepest sympathies and pray that the Comforting Power of God’s Precious Holy Spirit will rest upon your hearts and minds for days and weeks to come ✝️
Cheryl, Brice, Bailey and Little Miss Cashmere
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Peace of God be with you in this time of sorrow Just know that I love you all.
My sincerest condolences to you Cheryl, children & grands …
My thoughts and prayers are with Rick’s loved ones during this time. Rest In Peace Rick!
Condolences to u guys. Ricky was a special man. Will forever be loved and missed. Love u guys.
My sympathies to my family for the passing of my nephew. He was a great man, I loved him and he will be missed.
My condolences to Cheryl, Brice, and Bailey!! You’ll will be in my constant prayers
To Cheryl, Brice, Bailey and the entire family. Rick and I extend our deepest condolences. We loved and will miss Rick. We love you all as well. You will continually be in our prayers.
You will be missed Rick, we love you family and prayers continue ❤️
Friends from Georgia
To Brice, Bailey and Ms. Cashmere, deepest condolences to you in this time of sorrow. Remember to hold fast to the wonderful memories yoh created with your Dad. He will forever be in your hearts. Love you cousins and hope to meet again under better circumstances.
Lord have mercy. I just found the information of his passing. We talked on the phone quite a bit while I was living in Los Angles. My heart goes out to all who loved and cared for this extremely funny young man. God never ever makes a mistake. Condolences to his loved ones. I’m saddened by this. Rest well my friend