Ben was born in Meridian, MS on September 18, 1935 to Mildred Brown. He attended high school and alter college in Jackson, MS.
Ben married his wife, Hazel, in 1984. He had a long career as a pilot including chief pilot for two Mississippi governors, chief pilot for McRae’s Department Store, later Saks Fifth Avenue. He was a proud member of the CAF, was a skilled aerobatic pilot, flying with the North American Aerobatic Team, then the Aeroshell Aerobatic Team, and a certified flight instructor and A&P mechanic.
A memorial visitation will be held at the Parkway Funeral Home chapel on Sunday, July 16, 2023 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Memorial donations may be made in Ben’s name to Webster Animal Shelter in Madison, MS.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.parkwayfuneralhomeridgeland.com for the Cunningham family.
