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James Cunningham - Class of 1966

Delete this post Submitted by Fran Olson Gustafson 1965 <fgustafson917@gmail.com> on 08/Oct/2024
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      James Patrick Cunningham, AKA Hambone, DJ Jimmy C, of Wallkill, passed away at home on October 7, 2024. He was 76 years old.

James was born on October 17, 1946 in Newburgh, NY to David Cunningham and Mary Knapp Cunningham. He grew up in Newburgh, attended St. Mary School, and graduated in 1966 from Newburgh Free Academy. In the early 90s he married Dorothy Miller. He was a Disc Jockey for many years in the Newburgh area. James loved being around people, loved music, known for being funny and making everyone laugh, and enjoyed golfing.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy; daughter, Jamie Sheeley and husband Glen, of Goshen NY; one granddaughter, Summer Sheeley; brothers: David (Carol), Paul (Paulette), Bill (Maryanne), and Mark (Kathy); many nieces, nephews, and lifelong friends that he cared for deeply.

He was predeceased by his parents, David (2007) and Mary (2012)

Burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery, date to be determined. - October 17, 1946 ~ October 7, 2024



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