SIDNEY- Robert W Cunningham, 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, comfortably at home with family by his side. He was born in Windsor, on May 23, 1932, to Montie and Marguerite (Rainey) Cunningham. After school Robert joined the Army from October 1949 to October 1952 in the 27th infantry regiment. He was stationed in Korea for 18 months where he faced combat on the front lines. Robert was issued the Korean service medal with 5 bronze service stars, combat infantry badge, and unit emblem. After the Army he went right into the workforce, if he wasn’t working, he wasn’t happy. He spent time as a truck driver, as well as a mechanic, but most of all he was known for being a jack of all trades. Robert was a long-time member of the Legion, as well as the Moose Lodge in Florida. He will be remembered as a hardworking man, who enjoyed helping people, and doing anything he could for anyone. He is predeceased by his parents; his wife; one sister; and three brothers.Robert is survived by two sons, David, Doug, and his wife Patricia; he is also survived by his special friend, Elaine Brochu; four sisters; one brother; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren. There is a celebration of life scheduled for October 23, 2021, 1 p.m., at the South China Legion Hall.

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