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Thomas Cunningham ‘‘TC’’

Thomas Cunningham ‘‘TC’’

Thomas Cunningham ”TC”, 76, of Ripley, N.Y., on June 16, 2020 went to his final destination the Heavens for truckers with his family by his side. He fought a hard and painful battle with MDS.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia of 33 years; children: Joseph (Kari) Cunningham, Thomas Jr, (Shawn) Cunningham, Alice (Marty) Penner, Lisa (Brian) Calderon; son by another mother and father, Dan Babcock; siblings: Ronald (Alice) Cunningham and James (Renee) Cunningham; grandchildren: Kaelynn, Kinsley, Kristal, Kyle, Sydney, Nick and Brittany; great-grandchild, Lilith; and neices and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Alan and Eleanor Cunningham; and his brother, John.

Tom was a born trucker traveling to many states and over three million miles. He was liked by everyone and was always the center of attention at gatherings telling his stories. His prize possessions’ was Big Red 1986 KW and Little Red 1970 GMC.

He enjoyed watching NASCAR, westerns and camping. He also enjoyed a cigar now and then. His life was so full of experiences. His dream was to keep trucking till the age of 80.

He enjoyed being with his grandkids and a good cup of coffee with his friends.

No services will be observed. He donated his body to UB Anatomical Gift Program.