Obituary of Cathy L. Cunningham

Smethport - Cathy L. Cunningham, 64, of Smethport, passed away Thursday (June 2, 2016) in the Sena Kean Manor, Smethport. She was born April 11, 1952 in Olean, NY, a daughter of Arthur P. and Eleanor J. Mowery Smith. On Feb. 27, 1971, in St. Elizabeth Church, Smethport, she married Gary L. Cunningham, who survives. Mrs. Cunningham was a 1970 graduate of Port Allegany High School and had worked at the former Jaguar Co. in Smethport, then at Sena Kean Manor as a nurse aide. She was a Life Member of the Smethport Fire Dept., a member of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church, Smethport, and volunteered at the McKean County SPCA. When she was younger, she enjoyed 4H and participated in horse riding events. She rode English style. She also enjoyed drawing and painting on canvas, camping, and animals. In addition to her husband, she is survived by: one daughter: Lori A. (Bob) Seary of Sligo, PA two sons: Michael A. (Angela) Cunningham of Benton, PA and Thomas L. (Amy) Cunningham of Cyclone grandchildren: Darren and Eric Seary, Sereya and Marlee Cunningham, and Anna and Donald Cunningham In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Allison Cunningham in 2004. At Cathy's request, there will be no visitation. A graveside service will be held 10 A.M. on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, at Rose Hill Cemetery, Smethport, with the Rev. Vincent P. Cieslewicz, pastor of St. Elizabeth Church, officiating. Memorials, if desired, may be made to Sena Kean Manor Activities Fund, 17083 Rt. 6, Smethport, PA 16749 or the Smethport Fire Dept. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.