Darryl Cunningham

DARRYL D. CUNNINGHAM “For You formed my inward parts; You womb me in my mother’s womb. I will give thanks to You for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; wonderful are Your works, and my soul knows it very well.” Psalm 139:13-14 Darryl D. Cunningham departed this world on Thursday, May 7, 2023, in Atlanta, GA. Darryl was the second of seven children born in Birmingham, Alabama on July 7, 1960, to Shirley Pertillo-Cunningham and the late Jesse Cunningham Sr. Darryl was baptized at 2months old at Holy Family Catholic Church in Birmingham, Alabama and would remain a member until his family relocated to Atlanta, Georgia. Darryl’s education began at Holy Family elementary School in Birmingham, Alabama and continued at Gresham Park elementary in Atlanta. Georgia. He would become a proud Walker High Warhawk (now McNair High School) in Atlanta, Georgia in the class of 1978. He was an outstanding athlete. He played both Junior Varsity, Varsity football, track, and the wrestling team. Darryl also won Georgia State champion for his weight class in wrestling in 1978. Darryl’s great smile and handsome looks (that he took so much pride in) gave him the opportunity to be chosen as Mr. Astur for his class yearbook in 1978. After graduation Darryl enlisted in the military branch of the Army (Fort Bragg). After leaving the military Darryl received a higher calling to the Lord. Darryl dedicated his life to hearing, reading, and spreading the Gospel. Darryl received his doctorate of Christian Philosophy in biblical Studies at the Institute for Christian Works Bible College and Seminary. He also received his credentials of Bishop in Columbia, SC. Where he was given the rights to administer the bod of Christ, Rite of Matrimony, Rite to Baptize, and ordain Ministers. Darryl’s last job position was working as Internet Manager alongside his brother Angelo and Malcolm at Malcolm Cunningham Chevrolet Atlanta. Darryl is preceded in death by his late Father Jesse Cunningham Sr., and big brother Jesse “Jay” Cunningham Jr. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving Mother Shirley Pertillo-Cunningham; 3 daughters Eboni Cunningham (Stone Mountain, GA), Shaquira Cunningham (Hilton Head, SC) Crystal Cunningham (Stone Mountain, GA) 2 Sons Markeith (Kristin) Cunningham (Lithia Springs, GA), Darryl Cunningham Jr, (Decatur, GA). 11 Grandchildren, Damique Fripp, Syra Mike, Malik Mike, Amaiya Mike, Unique Mike, Cartez Cunningham, Alaya Cunningham, Cayla Cunningham, Carley Cunningham, Cory Jolivette, and Charley Jolivette Sisters Monique (Brian) Thomas (Fayetteville, GA); Lisa Cunningham (McDonough, GA); Angelia (Curtis) Usher (Loganville, GA) Brothers Angelo Cunningham (Atlanta, GA); Malcolm (Dee Dee) Cunningham (Decatur, Ga) A host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and many great friends.

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Darryl Cunningham

July 7, 1960 - May 7, 2023