Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Cunningham (2016). Proud mom of Ed and Karen Cunningham of Ingersoll, Maryhelen and Bryan Cowing of Ridgetown, Cathy and John Lapadat of Guelph, Joyce Maver of St. Marys, Wayne and Colleen Cunningham of Corunna, Jim and Tammy Anson of Zurich, Dan Anson of Centralia, Les and Kate Cunningham of Exeter, and Allan and Heather Cunningham of Lucan. Adored grandma of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Sheila Bachmeier of Windsor, Sharon Wright (Gord) of Lucknow, Linda Armstrong (Henry) of Woodslee, Jean Anson of Wingham, Gloria Anson of Chatham. Fondly remembered by her daughter-in-law Candi Cunningham, and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Edward and Myrtle Anson, daughters Diane Wilson and Lucy Averil, her son Donald Cunningham, brothers Edward and George “Wally”, sisters Delite Mew and Marjorie Dorion, brothers-in-law Norman Bachmeier and Clarence Cunningham, and sister-in-law Slyvia Bell.
Rose was an avid gardener and always prided herself on having beautiful flower beds. She loved to create decorative ornaments to go in the garden and would often give her creations out to her loved ones. Rose was never one to sit around, she always liked to be doing something and keep busy.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Tuesday from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 PM, where Rose’s memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 19th at 11 AM with Pastor Steve Greene officiating. Cremation with interment Exeter Cemetery.
Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
Lynda (Parsons )Conlin
So sorry to hear of Rose’s passing…Deepest sympathy to all the family..hold on to all your wonderful memories..God Bless
Carson Loveless
condolences to her family
George and Sue Wilson
Les and Kate, Cunningham families, sincere condolences on your loss of your Mother. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marg Prout
My sincere condolences to all of Rose’s family.
Bobbi-jo McGlynn (nee Richards)
Sending many heartfelt condolences to Roses’ family. She was such a bright and lively woman and a good friend to my Mom. May your happy memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To all of Rose’s family and friends
Sorry to learn of Rose’s passing. She and Arnold used to stop in at my parent’s store.
Our condolences to all.
Bob and Pat Hodgins
Our deepest condolence to all the Cunningham family. May you find comfort in your memories of Rose.
Phyllis O'Neil
Please accept my condolences on the los of your mother & grandmother. I always enjoyed our visits when we happened to meet up.
Sincerely, Phyllis O’Neil
Sharon Campbell
I’m truly sorry for the loss of Rose she was a beautiful lady. She will be missed
Barb
So Sorry to hear of Roses passing, I have alot of childhood memories with the family, Our Sincere Condolences
Kay Tripp
My condolences to the Cunningham Families…
Cindy Shaddock
Les and Kate and the Cunningham family,
Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Shaddock Family
Helen Swartz & Patti Swartz
Heather & Allan
Kate & Les &
Cunningham Family
Please accept our deepest condolences for the passing if Rose.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Brenda Horn
Allan, Heather, Aden and Rose’s family,
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. We are thinking of you and hope that your memories will bring you comfort in the days ahead.
,Jeff and Brenda Horn and family
Carol Cunningham Sloetjes
To The Whole Cunningham and Anson family
Sorry for your loss. Rose was always a polite, friendly women with lots of encouraging words. I will miss our chats! Rose will be missed! Hope Peace comforts you all!
Carol Cunningham Sloetjes
Mary O'Shea
Dear Cunningham Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Rose’s passing. She was such a vibrant and strong woman with a love & deep connection to angels. She took pride in her family, farm & her flower gardens. It was truly a pleasure to have known her and to have had the opportunity to care for her. Our time together will be deeply cherished. I know this is a significant loss for all of you. Aden, know she was extremely proud of you and spoke very highly of the bright young man you are. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Joyce Sovereign
To all Rose’s Family
My sincere sympathy to each one of you at this sad time .Wishing comfort to you all.
Marion (Astle) Palmatier
My condolences to sll family members. Rose will be deeply missed and truly remembered. We spent many hours together in the kitchen at Trivitt Memorial Church, as well as sharing plants and gardening tips over the years. She fought a tough fight right to the end. ‘Rest in peace Rose.’
Marion
Dave and Joanne Walzack and family
To all of the Cunningham and Anson families
What a loss of a vibrant woman. Rose was one very hard working, tough lady. They dont make them like her anymore. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this hard time.
Gerald and Janet Weido
Les, Kate all the Cunningham families,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you.
Maryjane parsons
Allan&Heather
So sorry to hear of Rose’s passing. Always enjoyed seeing her and sure remember her flower gardens..My sympathy to you both and Aden.
Mary Jane Parsons
Linda Dietrich
Allan, Heather & Family,
So sorry for your loss, our sincere sympathy.
Jim & Linda Dietrich.
Evelyn Vincent
To Rose’s family
SIncere sympathy. A life well lived. Pray the good memories help bring peace and comfort
Cy & Eleanor Blommaert
Thinking of Rose’s family at this sad time .
Dennis & Joan Duncan
Joyce & family
Sorry to hear the passing of your mother. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Angela Lammie
Our deepest condolences to the Cunningham Family
Grandma Rose will be deeply missed. We will cherish all the memories of her on the farm. Laughing, crying, playing Skip O and especially the home made cookies. Always loved and forever missed. Until we meet again ❤️
Love Angela, Kaylee, Cody,Kaden🙏
Joellen and Neil Veno
Sending condolences to all of the family. Thoughts and prayers to all from PEI.
Teresa & Jeff Young
sorry to hear of Rose passing Our deepest condolences
Dalphine Schenninf
Sorry for your loss
Wanda Reynolds
To the Cunningham Family
My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. She put up a good fight.
Wanda Reynolds
Annie Humphrey
Condolences from our family to yours
Maryellen Mosher
My sincere condolences to Rose’s family. Rose was a cherished friend, who I will deeply miss.
RIP my dear.
Maryellen