August 22, 1967 - September 2, 2015
Don's soul left this earth, at the young age of 48, on September 2, 2015. He was surrounded by family and friends, who had been staying around the clock with him at St. Mary's Hospital in Russellville. He had worked with the Johnson County Sheriff's Department in various capacities for many years doing something that he truly loved doing. He leaves behind his parents, Ken and Freda Lough, of Clarksville. His father, Phillip Cunningham of Anchorage, Alaska; his brothers Leland Cunningham of Yakota, Japan; Geoffrey White of Kansas City, KS and sister, Jennifer White of Anchorage, Alaska.
Don is greatly missed by all of his family and his many close friends. We, as parents, would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for all of your thoughtfulness and prayers. Don joins his most favorite friend and dog, ''Buddy,'' the Bassett Hound in Heaven. We would like to acknowledge all of Don's lifelong friends, both near and far, that showed what true friendship is. We witnessed so much love and support from so many people. It was truly amazing to see what effect he had made in their lives in the short time he was here. In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made to the Lamar High School Booster Club, C/O Brett Sampley, 301 Elberta St., Lamar, AR 72846. Don truly loved working with these young people during their sporting events. Donald's visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday, September 04, 2015, at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Clarksville. Mr. Cunningham's funeral service will be at 2:00p.m., Saturday, September 5, 2015, at Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Robert Boen officiating and Wes Kendrick speaking. Chip Riddle, Jerry Dorney, David Smothers, Jason Daggs, Scott Shelley, Jimmy Dorney, and Geoffrey White will serve as Pallbearers. The Johnson County Sheriff's Office will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home (479) 754-2201. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville
My dearest friend, my tried and true:
We have always been there for one another, regardless of distance. You were a best friend, a brother, a mentor, a guidance counselor, a shoulder, and a comedian all rolled into one. Memories of our long standing friendship flash through my head daily..........I have so many that will forever be embedded in my mind. My favorite ones are when you surprised me at my wedding and when I first introduced you to Brookie. I am so grateful for our visit together this summer, and will treasure the memories always. It's going to be so hard knowing I can't just pick up the phone and hear your voice calling me "darlin" anymore. I know you are at peace. I will miss you forever! We had a wonderful bond you and I, and how lucky I was to have a lifetime friendship with you. You turned out to be a wonderful man with the biggest heart I have ever encountered. You, Todd, and Mike will forever be my angels watching over me. Love you always, dear friend.
Don was a dear cousin to me. My husband knew him as the great police officer he was. We miss you and love you. Jon and Glenda
Don will truly be missed. He was kind hearted, funny and truly cared about others. I am so thankful that I knew him in high school and shortly after. You never stop missing your true friends. He is one. Someone who stole your heart as soon as you were introduced. He has a special place in my heart and that place will always be there. I know that Don's in heaven making others laugh at his silly jokes. He is a sincere friend and always will be. Love you my friend. I will miss you. Love Shelley
don u will always be a special friend to me i remeber when u and i would work together and we would have long talks .and i wouls like to say a special thank u for loving my daughter as u did i wish it had worked for u and renee
You will be greatly missed, I will miss you brother, I will always remember your laugh and smile. I have so many stories to tell about you, you will always be my Big Brother. I miss you BIG BROTHER, your little sister as you would call me.
Rip my friend. The courthouse will not be the same without you. You will be missed but never forgotten. We will always be Don's angels and we will never forget all the memories we have with you since you have been our Mr. Baliff. We know you will be watching over us until we meet again.
Good bye to my friend. May your new journey in another life be full of GREAT fulfillment of happiness! You were a great family friend and personal friend. I love you and will forever miss you. Donnie I loved you and will forever miss you and think of your laugh, smile, and kindness!!
My thoughts and prayers are with all family friends and brothers in blue. In the difficult time. Truly heartbreaking to lose such a good guy !!
We played together when we were small children fun times always remembered. Prayers for family
You were a wonderful person. Prayers for all
Enjoyed working with you what little time I worked with you at the JCSO. You will be greatly missed.
Don was a great friend, he will be dearly missed by all.
You were around 10 years old the first time I hugged you and you planted yourself in my heart. To be followed by..... Years full of hugs, long drives across Arkansas when you travelled with me on my candy routes, talks that lasted for hours, more hugs, insights to the gentle soul you had , the heart that was always ready to help, and the endearment into my heart that will last forever as I cherish our memories and closeness. You hugs and smiles will be missed but those memories will warm my heart until we meet again. I love you. Barbara
To Freda , Ken and Phil
God welcomed his gentle, loving soul and he walks on streets of gold today. He always knew you loved him.
U was a good man we loved u from the time we met u thanks for mentoring William and being with him many nights while he was on patrol and assisting him with work and being a great friend we will forever hold u in our hearts rip buddy
Thoughts and prayers with the family of such a sweet man. I met Don though my time with the Division of Childen and Family Services as well as the Clarksville School District as their social services worker. We would often visit during court and I will not forget his great smile, blue eyes, and beautiful heart! He was always so friendly and had a way about him that left you smiling. He will be dearly missed by many.
Don we will miss you. Thanks for everything. Hope you are healthy and happy.
Condolences to his family
You will truly be missed, thank you for your service to our county and beyond. Gone but never forgotten.
Prayers from our family for Don's family.
Thoughts and prayers go to the family.
Rest in peace and thanks for years of service to our county
Until next time my friend.
Our sincere condolences and prayers are with the family. May God wrap you in His arms with comfort and peace.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. Cpl. , you will never be forgotten and you will forever more be remembered and loved by your family in Law Enforcement.
Our thoughts and prayers for Don's family. He will be missed.
You will be greatly missed. Continuing prayers for peace, comfort, and understanding for the family in the following days.
R.I.P. my brother.
Prayers for all his family, friends, and fellow officers. Don was a great guy with a huge heart. He will be missed but not forgotten.
My prayers are with family and friends.
I haven't seen Don for several years....I remember him as a young boy at his Aunt Helyn's full of energy and his sweet county accent "yes mam and yes sir". He will be dearly missed.......
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. You will be missed.
Thoughts and prayers for family and friends you were always really good to me I thank u for that u will be missed
Thoughts & prayers go out to this family as well as his work family/ friends.
No words could possibly describe how I feel...you will be missed every single day and loved even more. Thank you for your friendship...you were always very special to me. I love you Donald and will see you again someday!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. You were one of the good guys Don!
Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
I would like to express my sincere sympathy to Don's family. I had the privilege of working with him when I was the County Clerk. He and Jimmy would visit our office frequently. We (Melanie, Michelle, Jessica and myself) spent several "laughing sessions" with them. He was always a kind and considerate person and extremely dedicated Deputy Sheriff. God Bless your family in this difficult time.
What a pleasure to have been a part of your life. Your unique quick whit, sense of humor and generous nature will be missed dearly. I say far well for now to a friend, a good man, and a fine officer.
You will be missed my friend. We had a lot of laughs back in the day. See you again someday.
Thoughts and prayers to the family Don was a wonderful kind caring person and will truly be missed!
All words seem so inadequate when it comes to how I feel about you, my heart is so heavy. You have taught me things in life that I will carry with me always, our love was a love of such pureness, honesty, unbreakable trust, a love full of respect. Even as my heart is so heavy for you, my heart is so full of joy to know that you finally listened to me and sought out our Heavenly Father and found His beautiful peace that passes all understanding. You are forever in my heart Don
You will be missed jc 4. Will see you again someday
You will truly be missed. I will always remember your laughter, your love, your kindness, your willing to help out whenever needed. You were a part of our family ... I will always love you. Until we meet again ...
We have so many memories in both Alaska and Florida of Donnie’s fun personality and know he will be greatly missed. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. “Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” Author Unknown
Thought and prayers from my family to yours.Don will be missed.
You'll be truly missed prayers out to your family
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family. He will truly be missed.
It is not the end, my friend, it's a start-over and I will join you later. My love and condolences to my second family on your loss. Don will be in my heart forever as will you.