Elizabeth (Lib) June Cunningham
September 15, 1937 to April 3, 2025
Obituary
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Elizabeth (Lib) June Cunningham
September 15th, 1937 – April 3rd, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Elizabeth (Lib) June Cunningham (née Burgess) at St. Patrick’s Nursing Home on April 3rd, 2025, at the age of 87.
Born on September 15th, 1937 in St. John’s, Lib was the youngest daughter of May Jackman and Harry Burgess. She is predeceased by her three older siblings, Lola, Roy, and Harry who filled her childhood with joy and laughter.
Lib leaves to mourn her devoted husband George of 65 years, and her cherished son Geoff (Cathy). She was a proud grandmother to two loving granddaughters Jennifer (Richard) and Jessica (Adam), and the light of her life, her great-grandson Jake. Also leaving to mourn sisters-in-law Frankie Burgess (Roy) and Shirley Burgess (Harry), cousin Albert Burgess, and many nieces, nephews, “adopted grandchildren” and friends.
Those who knew Lib would describe her as funny, loving, driven, and the life of the party. Her door was always open and she had a remarkable ability to bring laughter to any gathering and make all feel welcome.
Lib’s journey began with her training as a beautician in Michigan, where she met George. After moving back to St.John’s, Lib and her sister-in-law Shirley opened a beauty parlour called the Klip N’ Kurl. Lib’s career then progressed in electrolysis where she was an active member of the Newfoundland Hairdresser Association (twice serving as president) and the Atlantic Provincial Association of Professional Electrologists (served on the executive).
Lib was active in her community, she thoroughly enjoyed her Masonic family as a long time member of Lodge St. Andrews Ladies Auxiliary serving many years as President. She also had great interest in politics. She was a grass-roots supporter of the Progressive Conservative Party and her efforts were rewarded with the Grace Sparkes P.C. Person of Distinction Award in 2003.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Mawhinney, the nursing staff and dedicated care teams on the first floor of the St. Patrick’s Nursing Home for their support of Elizabeth and her family during her final years.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Road, on Monday April 7th, 2025, from 2:00pm – 4:00pm and again from 7:00pm – 9:00pm. A funeral service will take place at Carnell’s Memorial Chapel on Tuesday April 8th, 2025 at 11:00am. The inurnment ceremony will take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Elizabeth’s memory may be made to the St. John’s SPCA via this link, https://spcastjohns.org/donate/or the charity of one’s choice.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on April 7, 2025
7-9 p.m. on April 7, 2025
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Tuesday April 8th
The Carnell Memorial Chapel
329 Freshwater Road
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George, Geoff , Cathy and family. Sending our condolences on Lib’s passing. I fondly remember many a pleasant chat with George & Lib at the curling club. Peace to you all. Rest in peace LIB.
Brian and Dianne Kennedy
George, Geoff , Cathy and family. Sending our condolences on Lib’s passing. I fondly remember many a pleasant chat with George & Lib at the curling club. Peace to you all. Rest in peace LIB.
Brian and Dianne Kennedy
To George, ,Geoff, Cathy & family. So sorry to hear of your loved ones passing. I’m sure your memories will be so very helpful in the days ahead. Our Belbin / Burgess connection started many years ago with Roy & my husband Bruce aka known as Joe” best friends. Years passed & my last reconnection with your family came accidentally in Gander when George & Lib came through to watch Geoff curl . Such a lovely couple & a lovely lunch visit with them . Family was high on the priority list of topics that day. The best to you all Take care. Madeline Belbin-Dionne
I’m so sorry to know of Lib’s passing. My condolences to Geoff and to all of your family at this time. Lib was always so very proud of her family and all that you have accomplished as individuals. Thinking of you all during this time and sending hugs.
Geoff, Cathy and Family,
Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
George and Family,
So sorry to hear that your dear Lib passed away. I remember when she was a member of our group and how she loved to attend events especially cards. May remembering her beautiful smile and and all the special memories you shared, bring you comfort today and always. From, the Board and Staff of Mount Pearl Seniors Independence Group.
To George and family, sending my sincere condolences to u and the family
Rest in Peace my friend.
George and the family
Sorry to hear of Lib’s passing
Please accept our sincere condolences.
We have such wonderful memories of our PC election
Activities, esp my run inSt John’s North in 1993, in which she was a tireless organizer
May you all go forward with a bunch of great memories of a super personality lady
God Bless you all
Mr. Cunningham, Geoff & family
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Cunningham’s passing.
Great memories – long time friend of my mother, Marie Dunne.
Sorry to hear of Libby,s passing, Many happy memories of our time at Masonic Park.
Sincerely,
Brenda Cooper
George, Geoff & Kathy
Sincere condolences for the loss of your precious wife & mother! George it has been a few years since we worked at Pratts, but thoughts and prayers during thus difficult timel. Always difficult to say goodbye to our loved ones.
George –Geoff –Cathy and family
Lib was a woman for all seasons –she was a contributor to all she undertook in her life .
In her day and generation she made a difference .
May her eternal rest be in peace
Sincere condolences to all who mourn her passing
Godspeed Lib
So sorry to hear of lib passing. Met them both at Golden Arm Park years ago. many fond memories of them both. Condolences to the family. Aubrey and Agnes Dodge
cunngham family
sorry for your loss of. you beautiful mother who was an awesome lady she held up our kitchen wall a many of times our friday night she did love to dance in our living room she is gouin go to be hard forget may she rest in peace ray and carol
To George and family, Sorry to hear of lib’s passing our thoughts and prayers are with you all .Sarah and George Chafe .
Geoff and family: So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. May she rest in peace
George -Geoff -Cathy and family
Sincere condolences to you all on the passing of Lib
In her day and generation she made a difference to many ..
Godspeed Lib
My sincere condolences on Lib’s passing. She will undoubtedly be remembered as a great lady who was a strong supporter of any activity she joined in..
Geoff and Cathy,
Sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Ray and Ellen
Jake, Cathy and families. So sorry to learn of the passing of your mum (in-law). Our sincere condolences at this difficult time. RIP
Geoff, Cathy, Jen, Jess and sweet Jacke. So very sorry for loss of your mother (in-law), grandmother and great-grandmother. Keep your memories close, they get you through this difficult time. Sending hugs.
Gaye
Condolences to Jake and your family from Brenda and myself.
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Geoff Cathy Jenn and Jess
I’m so sorry for your loss she was defiantly a very special lady.
She never missed a curling game Jake ever had. I will remember her with very special memories
Kathy
I am so saddened to read of Lib’s passing. I have known Lib and George from when they lived on Gosling Street and there were many laughs and fun when you were in Lib’s company.
May she fly with the angels.
Dear Geoff,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your Mom.
Sincerely, Bob, Val and David Pippy
To the Cunningham Family.
So sorry to hear of Lib’s passing.
Thinking of you all at this very difficult time.
George, Geoff and Families
We were so sorry to hear of Lib’s passing. Our deepest condolence to all of you. Our thoughts are with you all during this very difficult time. We miss seeing all of you on Gosling Street. We enjoyed our times together through the years. Hope your good memories help you through the coming days.
Phyllis, Sherry, Karen and Morgan Family.
To all the Cunningham family:
We are so deeply saddened and sorry to learn of Lib’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you all, as you journey through this difficult time. Hopefully, as with all things, the passing time will lessen the heart ache and ease the pain that you are suffering right now.
We knew Lib and George, for a number of years. through her work with the PC Party of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Regards Tom and Joan Strickland
Sending my sincere condolences to the whole family. I have fond childhood memories that include Mrs. Cunningham from all the time I spent at my grandparents’ house as a child! I’ve thought of her and your family many times over the years. Thinking of you all and sending so much love.
Ayla
To George, Geoff, Cathy and family: Richard and I have such wonderful memories of our visits at Lib and George’s home or at Geoff and Cathy’s cottage with Lib and George. Lib was such a wonderful lady who was full of fun, love and kindness. She made sure that we had the wildest, craziest ‘screeching in’ ceremony on one of our visits. The ‘Jig’s Dinner’ was also a night to remember and evenings of card games we had never even heard of, made for so many laughs and great memories. Lib was a family TREASURE. We send our sincere condolences to Lib’s wonderful Cunningham family. Love from Marlene and Richard Robinson
Geoff and family,
We were saddened to read of your Mom’s passing. May wonderful memories sustain you at this time. Our sincere condolences.
Geoff., We are saddened to hear about your Mom’s passing. Fond memories of a lovely neighbour. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
To George and all family and friends: We are so sorry to hear of Lib’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad and difficult time. May she rest in peace.
So sorry to hear of passing of Mrs. C
She was a great friend and neighbor to our family. I have a number of great memories of her and my mom
having a few refreshments and a good laugh on Friday nights. So to George and Geoff and family I love you all like you were my extended family.
Geoff Cathy and Families;
Our deepest condolences on your families loss.
May she forever Rest In Peace
Our deepest condolences to George, Geoff, Cathy and family. I have fond memories of Mrs Cunningham during Universtiy days when Geoff and I would study at his place. Rest in Peace Lib.
Geoff Cathy & Family.
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a wonderful Lady .Josephine & I enjoyed many of the meetings and conservations We Had with her and your Father our the years. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Eric and Josephine Puddester
George, Geoff ,Cathy and family, My condolences to you on Lib.’s passing. May you find comfort in your treasured memories. Geoff, you were certainly devoted to your mom.
Geofff, Cathy and family.
My sincere condolences on your moms passing.
May her gentle soul rest in eternal peace and rise to everlasting Glory.
Terry Fitzpatrick.
George, Geoff, Cathy and family:
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Charles and Andrea