James Larry Cunningham, 74 of Centralia died Sunday, March 18, 2018 at his home.

Memorial visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, March 22, 2018 at Fenton Funeral Chapel in Centralia.

James was born on August 19, 1943 in Rocheport, MO the son of Russell Clinton and Helen (Bivens) Cunningham.

On January 18, 1973, James married Karen Fisher and she survives.

Along with his wife Karen, James is survived by two sons, Jim D.  Cunningham and wife Linda of Centralia, and Charles Cunningham and wife Julie of Centralia; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three step-children, Terry Huskey and wife Tricia of New Jersey, Tammy Huskey of Boonville, and Travis Huskey and wife Theresa of St. Peters; brother, Edward Cunningham of Hallsville; sister, Norma Wyatt of Tennessee.

James was preceded in death by his parents.

James enjoyed spending time tinkering in his shop, building wagons, working with draft horses. He truly loved spending time with and spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren

Memorial donations are suggested to the charity of the donor's choice.