Lisa Jane Cunningham, Formerly Of Southampton, Dies September 30

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author on Oct 29, 2018

Lisa Jane Cunningham died at her home in Delray Beach, Florida, on September 30, 2018. She was 60.

Born on January 26, 1958 in Southampton, she graduated from Southampton High School and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College. For several years, she worked in financial services as a credit analyst at JP Morgan, Prudential Bache and Merrill Lynch. She was an avid athlete and excelled at many sports.

In Florida, Ms. Cunningham enjoyed living near the ocean and swam daily. A true animal lover, she adored her dogs Lucky, Lucy and Eleanor. She was a dedicated fan of professional football, loved watching and discussing the games and teams, particularly the Giants and Jets.

Survivors said she will be fondly remembered for her spunk, intelligence, humor and empathy. Throughout her life, she made friends of all ages with her charismatic personality and dry wit.

Predeceased by her parents, Hazel Halsey Cunningham and Maurice B. Cunningham, she is survived by her siblings, Suzanne and husband John Bangston, Tom H. Cunningham, Sally E. Cunningham, Tim Cunningham and wife Celia, and Maureen J. Cunningham. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews, John, Kevin, Beth, Elizabeth, Katherine, Doug, Jack, Tim and Julia.

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, November 3, at 11 a.m. at O’Connell Rothwell Funeral home in Southampton, followed by a funeral service at noon.

Memorial donations may be made to the ASPCA or a charity of your choice.

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