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Gloria Cunningham Kelly

September 18, 1933 – December 8, 2023
Obituary of Gloria Cunningham Kelly
IN THE CARE OF

Whitten Timberlake Chapel

Gloria Cunningham Kelly, 90, of Lynchburg and formerly of South Boston, passed away on Friday, December 8, 2023 at Runk and Pratt Liberty Ridge.

Born on September 18, 1933 in Long Island, VA, she was the daughter of the late Jesse T. Cunningham, Sr. and Alise Francis Cunningham. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Calvin L. Kelly; son, Gregory T. Kelly; brother, Jesse T. Cunningham, Jr.; and a sister, Audrey C. Smith.

Gloria was always known to be very creative and had an eye for decorating. She was always proud of her home and yard which was also immaculate. She had a soft spot in her heart for animals, especially dogs. She made numerous friends at Runk and Pratt over the course of time that she lived there and enjoyed the many activities offered, especially Bingo.

She is survived by her sister, Bonnie C. Ward; two special sister-in-laws, Jewel K. Hicks (Wes Hicks) and Carolyn Cunningham; niece Angela Phillips; nephew, Bryan Phillips; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Burial will be private.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions in Gloria’s name are asked to consider the Lynchburg Humane Society, 1211 Old Graves Mill Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502.

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