Anthony Ray "Tony" Cunningham

Anthony Ray (Tony) Cunningham, a resident of The Villages, Florida, passed away October 30, 2026, in Portsmouth, Ohio, following a sudden illness. Family and friends are shocked and saddened by his tragic death.

Tony was born August 6, 1970, in Portsmouth, Ohio. He is survived by his Mother Bonnie Sue Cunningham, of Florida. He was predeceased by his Father Donald Cunningham of Wheelersburg, Ohio. He was also preceded in death by his Aunt Bonnie Denbow, Uncle/Aunt Karl (Mel) Cunningham, Bob (Jewell) Hughes; Cousins John Cunningham and Jayme Mullins.

His memory is cherished forever by his paternal Aunts and Uncle- Carolyn (John) Anders, Vicki Cunningham, Sandy (John) Cline, Uncle Glenn (Terri) Cunningham, cousins Dawn Cunningham, Kim (Doug) Miers, Lisa (Ralph) Moore, Julie (Matt) Bowers, Sarah (Paul) Krumsieg, and many great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends throughout the Country.

Tony was a graduate of Ontario High School, Ontario, Ohio and Bowling Green State University, where he earned a degree in Business Administration. After College he started a business in the Cayman Islands. After selling the business, he became an employee for The Federal Bureau of Prisons for twenty years until he reached retirement status. He also built residential housing in Southern Ohio.

He had a love for traveling, including trips to Thailand, the Caribbeans, and frequent trips to Colorado where he enjoyed skiing, golfing, hiking and spending time with family. He was an avid Bengals fan, enjoyed reading and was always learning new skills and hobbies. He was a loyal and loving friend. He was beloved by his friends and family and will be greatly missed!

Anthony, Rest in peace in the arms of Jesus.