Edna Marie Cunningham

Edna Marie Cunningham of Farmington passed away on Friday, December 20, 2013, at the age of 88. She was born on October 23, 1925, at Farmington, daughter of the late Roy Gilliam and Eloda Gertrude (Wood) Larby. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Cunningham in 2011; her sisters, Helen Alexander, Lucille Taylor and Dorothy Smith; and two brothers, Glenwood "Buddy" Larby and Lawrence Larby. Also preceding her in death was a nephew, Carl Jennings and great-nephew, Shane Lewis. Edna was a life long resident of Farmington who was employed for many years at LaClede Gas Company. She and her late husband enjoyed traveling and fishing. In her retirement she enjoyed making wood crafts with Charles. She was a faithful member of St. Paul Lutheran Church of Farmington for more than 60 years. In her spare time she loved listening to gospel quartets. Survivors include her sister, Lillian (Mrs. George) Bellas; nieces, Barbara Shirrell, Diana (Mrs. Harold) Benton, Martha (Mrs. Tom) Lewis, Joanne (Mrs. Glennon) Grieshaber, Jeanette (Mrs. Kurt) Lober, Wanda Yow and nephew, Donald (Joyce) Alexander. Friends may call at Cozean Memorial Chapel on Saturday, December 28 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. with funeral services to follow at 1 p.m. with Pastor James King officiating. Interment will be at Hillview Memorial Gardens in Farmington. Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Lutheran School. View the online obituary and share your condolences and memories at cozeanfuneralhome.com.