Obituary of Norma Cunningham

                                                                 Cunningham, Norma (Griffin, nee Wilson)

                                                                                        1929-2017

It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Norma who passed away on December 27th, 2017 in her 89th year. Loving mother of Michael (Mary Kay) Griffin, Dennis (Arden) Griffin, Rob (Carol-Ann) Griffin, daughter-in-law Sera Griffin, Pat (Darlene) Griffin, Cheryl Schram, and Susan (Darrell) Chambers. Devoted and beloved Grandma of Trevor (Lindsay), Kyle (Amy), Breanne, Ryan (Alexandria), Brad (Amber), Melissa, Michael, Amanda (Kevin), Deanna (Clint), Aric, Matthew (Jennifer), Sandra, Stacey (Ryan), Jennifer (Jay) and Justine (Michael). Proud Great-Grandma of 22 great-grandchildren. Survived by her sisters, Donna Adair and Myrna (Lance) Tufford and sister-in-law Doreen (Doe) Wilson. She will be lovingly remembered by her many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husbands, Pius Griffin (d.1980) and Larry Cunningham (d.2016), son Richard Griffin, granddaughter Mary Ann, brother Howard and sister Aileen Byford. Norma was a dedicated volunteer, giving her time to Linhaven Long-Term Care for 25 years. She was a past executive member of the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 138 Merritton Ladies’ Auxiliary and a long-time, active parishioner of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Merritton and member of their Catholic Women’s League (CWL). Norma worked as a custodian at both St. Joseph’s and St. Theresa’s elementary schools in Merritton, enjoying being part of the local school community. Her family was the most important part of her life and she always made sure she was present for all of their major life events. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought her great joy and she leaves them with a legacy of love. The family extends their gratitude to the staff at Tabor Manor who provided loving care to Norma during her time there. Visitation will take place at the GEORGE DARTE FUNERAL HOME, 585 Carlton St., from 1-3 p.m. and 6-9 p.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018. Vigil Prayers will take place at 2:45 p.m. on Friday. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 31 Chestnut St., on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. A Rite of Committal will follow Mass at Victoria Lawn Cemetery, Queenston St. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Rankin Cancer Run or Tabor Manor are appreciated by the family.