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“Grandmothers Love! May the joy of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your family with the most recent passing of Ms. Dorothy Cunningham. She was such a...Read More »
1 of 27 | Posted by: Diana Hatch - Providence, RI

“May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead. Love Always Linda Bowe-Alves & Family ”
2 of 27 | Posted by: Linda L. Bowe-Alves - Cranston, RI

“Dot was my twin sister's best friend back in Proividence, R.I. for more years than I can count. She was also a great friend of my family also. When...Read More »
3 of 27 | Posted by: Myrtle Crum-Henson - Sacramento, CA

“GOOD LIFE LIVED MAY WE NEVER FORGET ”
4 of 27 | Posted by: kIMBERLY SHERMAN ARNOLD - RI

“Filene and Family, Auntie Dot was the best Aunt in the world and I have missed her since she moved away. I loved her and she loved all of us. ...Read More »
5 of 27 | Posted by: Lisa I. Martin - Warwick, RI

“Dear Mrs. Dot, I will always remember you as one of the nicest and kindest people I have ever met. I remember when Jerry and I was young girls and...Read More »
6 of 27 | Posted by: Denise Smith - Schenectady, NY

“Ms. Dot You have been around me all my life and you were my mothers BEST FRIEND. You always opened your door when I came to Rhode Island and I didn...Read More »
7 of 27 | Posted by: Jane Wesley - Fairfield, CA

“Deacon Davenport and Family, May God give you be with you and give you strength during these trying times. Trustee Shawn Fair and Family ”
8 of 27 | Posted by: Trusee Shawn Fair and Latanya Fair and Family - MI

“Deacon Walter Davenport and Family, You have our deepest sympathy. may God bless and keep you and your family during your hour of breavment. You...Read More »
9 of 27 | Posted by: Deacon Comer Fair and Sis. Naomi Fair - MI

“Deacon Walter Davenport We extend our deepest sympathy and pray you find peace and comfort. Your sister served well and has passed beyond the...Read More »
10 of 27 | Posted by: Deacon Eugene and Sister Audrey Jackson - MI

“I am saddened by the homegoing of my play aunt and friend yet happy that she is resting in the Lord now! My condolences to her entire family, her...Read More »
11 of 27 | Posted by: Robert L. Cotton - Detroit, MI

“To: Deacon Walter Davenport and the entire family of Sister Dorothy Mae Cunningham Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the...Read More »
12 of 27 | Posted by: Mt. Hebron Missionary Baptist Church Family - MI

“Sorry I couldn't come to Texas for the Funeral however, I do share your loss. God Bless and be with all of you. Love Gerri & Family ”
13 of 27 | Posted by: Gealdine Williams - Manteca, CA

“Ma,Im sorry I cant be there.You are always in my heart and thoughts. Love you, Dennis Crum Sr,Orlando Crum,and Dennis Crum Jr. ”
14 of 27 | Posted by: Dennis Crum Sr - Manteca, CA

“Words can never express how special you've been to me. You've always been there with kind words and warm hugs to make things better...You will truly...Read More »
15 of 27 | Posted by: Kim Alexander - Houston, TX

“Words cannot how special you have been to me and Chris. All the talks, laughs and visits we shared will always remain in my heart. I used to tell you...Read More »
16 of 27 | Posted by: Dorothea Cadet - Union City, GA

“We have many fond memories of you. Your gentle spirit and sweet smile will be greatly missed. Brother Willie C. Davenport and family ”
17 of 27 | Posted by: Willie C. Davenport - Lexington, GA

“Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with the family during these difficult time. May you take comfort in...Read More »
18 of 27 | Posted by: Pastor Sampson Matthews, Mt.Hebron Baptist Church - MI

“I know that you are with the Lord now. We will truly miss you dearly. Love, Raymond Davenport and family. ”
19 of 27 | Posted by: Raymond Davenport - Lexington, GA

“This is my share a memory! I remember taking my mom and Aunt Dot for a dinner show in Orlando. It was Auntee Dots Birthday we were at Walmart her and...Read More »
20 of 27 | Posted by: Loriann - Miami, FL - Niece

“Auntee Dot going to miss you sooooo much, going to miss our conversations, laughs, and praying with you from time to time. We had a lotta fun when...Read More »
21 of 27 | Posted by: Loriann - Miami, FL - Niece

“I will miss your smile Aunt Dot. You will be in my heart always. Love, DeBorah ”
22 of 27 | Posted by: DeBorah Davenport - Detroit, MI

“I will miss my sister dearly and I will cherised the moments we shared together, but I know she is in a better place now. Love alawys Your...Read More »
23 of 27 | Posted by: Deacon Walter Davenport - MI

“You corrected, Directed, & listen to me week after week i'm going to miss you sister save a seat for me ”
24 of 27 | Posted by: Geneva Hodges - Miami, FL

“I love her for always for movitating me about it never to late to have the desire of your heart. ”
25 of 27 | Posted by: Esther & Ivy Harris - Dallas, TX

“This world is a little dimmer since Dorothy went home to be with her heavenly father My heart and prayers go out to Fi and the rest of Dorothy's...Read More »
26 of 27 | Posted by: Linda Bear - Haltom City, TX

“Our sincere condolences to your family during this difficult time. ”
27 of 27 | Posted by: David & the staff of David Clayton Funeral Home - TX


Cunningham, Dorothy Mae, 83, of Cedar Hill, TX passed away in Dallas on Thursday Jan. 5, 2012. Dorothy was born on October 7, 1928 in Crawford, GA to Willie Wesley. and Sarah Davenport. Dorothy is preceded in death by her both parents, her daughter Hazel Baker, son Henry Cunningham and three sisters; Charlene Watkins, Annie Ruth Cotter and Ida Amanda Davenport. She is survived by son; Marion Cunningham of Georgia, brothers; Walter Davenport of Detroit, Dock Onnie Davenport, Willie Clarence Davenport, Roymond Davenport, Harold Davenport, James Wayne Davenport all of Georgia, sisters; Bertha Winfrey of Georgia, Geneva Hodges of Florida, Barbara Perry of Georgia, grandchildren; Filene L. Harris & her husband Dexter of Texas, Tanisha Richardson & her husband Wilbert of Rhode Island, Marion Cunningham Jr. of Rhode Island, Angel Cunningham of Rhode Island and Dennis Crum of California. 10 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.