Emma Cunningham

(From Mason-Woodard Mortuary)

Emma Cunningham, age 92 Of Independence, Missouri formerly of Joplin, Missouri passed away Saturday September 23, 2023.

She was born January 26, 1931 in Blytheville, Arkansas to Lawrence and Montez (Letner) Malone.

Emma was a professor at MSSC.








She married Dick Cunningham and he preceded her in death. Emma was also preceded in death by her parents, and one brother Gerri Malone.

Emma is survived by two daughters, Ann Swartz and husband Mike, Platte City, Missouri and Kay Caldwell, Blue Springs, Missouri, and one grandson.

Graveside services will be 2:00 pm Friday September 29, 2023 at Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery with Randy Wilson minister officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of Mason-Woodard Mortuary & Crematory Joplin, Missouri.