Richard J. "Dick" Cunningham, 57, of Utica, died Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Riverside Methodist Hospital surrounded by his family after a two week battle with COVID-19. He was born October 15, 1963 in Mt. Vernon to the late Gene and Earlene Cunningham.

Dick graduated from Utica High School class of 1982. He drove truck the majority of his working career. He enjoyed being outdoors, riding his tractor, mushroom hunting, playing poker with friends, and spending time with his dogs, but what he loved most was being with his family.

He is survived by his wife of 20 years, Lisa Cunningham; three daughters, Lexi Cunningham, Sydni Cunningham, and Marlena Smith; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, William Cunningham; and one sister, Cheryl Teegardin.

Visitation will be Sunday from 2-5 PM at the Law-Baker Funeral Home, 34 N. Main St., Utica where the funeral service will be Monday at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow the service in Wilson Cemetery.

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