Carrie Ella

Cunningham

Carrie Ella Cunningham, 87, of Anderson, Missouri, departed this life on Tuesday evening, May 26, 2026, in the comfort of her home.

She was born on April 28, 1939, in rural Pineville, Missouri, in the community of Havenhurst, and was a lifelong resident of McDonald County, Missouri and was a 1957 graduate of Anderson High School.  She was known as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend.

On July 19, 1958, Carrie married Rex Cunningham, Sr., and together they shared sixty-seven years of marriage. Carrie devoted her life to being a homemaker, and she took great pride in caring for her family and creating a warm and welcoming home for those she loved.

Carrie found happiness in the things that made life meaningful to her. She enjoyed painting, watching her daily soaps, and spending time with her family. Her greatest joy came from being surrounded by the people she loved, and she treasured every moment shared with them.

She is survived by her husband of sixty-seven years, Rex Cunningham, Sr. of the home; one son, Rex Cunningham, Jr. and wife, Connie, also of Anderson; two grandchildren, Justin Cunningham and wife, Tish, and Casey McCratic and husband, Lance; five great-grandchildren, Charli, Natalee, Nicole, Katy, and Bo; two sisters, Evelyn and Rosie; as well as a host of other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Val and Clara (Kastl) McGaugh; her twin daughters, Sharon and Karon; and five siblings, Loretta, Lorene, Clara, Fay, and Glen.

Graveside services are 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Peace Valley Cemetery in Anderson with Pastor Jamey Cope officiating.  The family will receive friends on Monday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.  In lieu of flowers memorials are being directed to Huckleberry Animal Rescue c/o the funeral home.  Arrangements are under the care of Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.