Stacey McKenney Cunningham
July 31, 1967 ~ March 5, 2014
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HATTERAS - Stacey McKenney Cunningham, age 46, passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2014. Born in Portsmouth VA on July 31, 1967, she was the daughter of Hunter Ray McKenney and Hilary Rossow McKenney of Red Oak. She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Eric Christopher “Chris” McKenney and Michael Ray McKenney.
A loving wife, mother, daughter and sister; she was a friend to all. She found the good in every situation, never judgmental or critical of others. Stacey dedicated her life to the nurturing of others and it was reflected daily in every word and deed. The desire of her heart was to teach children and working with her students at the Hatteras United Methodist Church preschool was a rewarding part of her life. Stacey was the glue that held everyone together and she will be truly missed by those who loved her.
Along with her parents, she leaves behind her loving husband, Tommy Cunningham; three sons, George Thomas “Trey” Cunningham III, Derek Ray Cunningham and Micah Riley Cunningham; sister, Erin Jefferson and husband Roy of Red Oak; and sister-in-law, Brenda Boswell McKenney. She is also survived by nieces, Brianne McKenney, Hilary McKenney, Jenna McKenney, Leah McKenney, Marleen Jefferson and Ashley Phillips; and nephews, Mason Jefferson and Chris Jefferson.
The family will receive friends and relatives 7:00pm to 8:30pm Saturday, March 8, 2014 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A service to remember Stacey will be held at 1:00pm Sunday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Roger Barnett officiating.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Hatteras United Methodist Church Preschool, 57665 NC Hwy 12, Hatteras NC 27943.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Stacey was a wonderful person, she always was happy and thinking of others! The world has taken another wonderful person from us to early!!!!!!!!!!!! She is going to be missed by many! Lots of Love and going out to the family! And Uncle Tom as we call him & her boys we are here if you need us!!!!!!! Dennis & Sherri Spake
The world has lost a beautiful person, inside and out! So quick with a smile and a kind word! So easy to talk with! You will be sorely missed. Lots of love! Beverly G Boswell
Your smile would brighten up the whole Island.
Stacey was one of those woman who could walk in a room and it would light up. An infectious smile, a caring soul who would give of herself unselfishly. For Tom and the boys, The will of God will never lead you where the grace of God will not protect you. My heart is so heavy when I got the news. As a couple you were two ‘jolly’ people who always see the golden lining. Stacey I know in my heart you’ll always be there for your family, watching over them. I hope & pray that ALL who knew Stacey will find some calm in the wake of this loss. Hang in there. Being surrounded by water is a constant reminder of the way the grief comes, recedes, and comes again.
Stacey was one of the happiest people I know. Always had a huge smile on her face and a kind word. Heaven sure gained a special person. We are sure going to miss her here. May God give her family strengh threw this hard time and the weeks and months to come. She sure loved her boys. You all are in our prayers. Tammy , Craig Waterfield and KIds
Stacey’s passing has touch the lives of her family tremendously and has touched the soul of Hatteras Village…I shall miss those wonderful hugs and her saying, hey Aunt Rosie,..and my heart is heavy for Tommy and the boys…I know that you must have many little children on your lap and around your feet today…I thank God I got to have you in my life and I shall miss you everyday…I took Tommy a poem and it says you are standing right beside us and loving us from a different place…Rest in Peace sweet Stacey….3
Will never forget her beautiful spirit and smile and her generous nature. My love and prayers to you Tom and the boys. Gods Peace and Comfort in the days ahead. Lorraine Burrus
I will always remember Stacey as the tall loving redhead with the most beautiful smile I’ve ever seen. She will be missed by so many whose lives she touched in one way or another. My thoughts & prayers go out to all of her family members and friends. Chris
I am so sad about this. It’s still hard to believe. Stacey loved her family, which included her cousins! I will always regret not having the cousins reunion we always talked about. My heart breaks for Tom, her boys, her parents and her sister, not to mention her nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, friends and kids that she loved so much too. I will never have another cousin like Stacey…
Wow, you know the old saying…Only the good die young She was truly an example of that for sure! She had an infectious smile and was tried to see the good in everything! My thoughts and prayer go out to her family. My sister, Wendy, is going to miss her so much!! What a beautiful Angel!
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I met Stacey at Marlene and Scott’s wedding and we hit if off so great! I loved talking to her via phone and or Facebook. We shared a deep love for God and family. Stacey you are no longer with us, but you will always be in my heart…may the peace and love of God, comfort and bless you. My prayers for the family during the time of reflection and grief. I truly loved and will miss Stacey….until we meet again. (
While you are grieving, I hope you will find comfort in Jesus promise of the earthly resurrection, for those who have fallen asleep in death. (Acts 24 15) & the renewed paradise earth, where death will be no more & no family will have to mourn the loss of a loved one. (Isa. 258) (John 528, 29) (Luke 23 43) May you find peace & comfort in knowing the God cares. ( 1 Peter 5 7) & will give you strength to endure during this grievous time. (Matt. 5 4)
Last time I saw my cousin was in 1992. My daughter looks a lot like Stacey and reminds me of her everyday. I will never forget you Stacey. Hugs and kisses.