Janie Cunningham

Janie Cunningham, 69 of Dover, TN passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, October 26, 2026 with her loving family by her side. Born on December 27, 1956 to her beloved parents, Robert and Virginia Stallons Futrell.

Janie was a faithful Christian, loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who cherished having her family close. Having her loved ones gathered at home brought her great happiness and joy. She enjoyed cooking and sharing meals around the table, as well as preparing something special to take to her family's homes as a way of showing her love and care. Janie married the love of her life, Jerry, sharing 52 wonderful years together. Janie and Jerry cherished family above all else. They never missed a ballgame of school event. Family trips on fall breaks to Gatlinburg was an enjoyment shared each year. They enjoyed Murray State Racer sports, holding season tickets to basketball and were big golf-supporters, where their grandson was a stand-out player. Janie held the special memories they shared on their 50th Anniversary trip to Mackinac Island. She was known as "Granny", kind, giving, and who spoiled all.

Janie was dedicated to serving her community and spent many years working as the bookkeeper for the Stewart County Highway Department. She continued her education while pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse, a calling that would become a meaningful part of her life. She worked for many years as an LPN and Radiology Technician at Dr. Lee's office before earning her RN and serving at Murray Calloway County Hospital and Henry County Hospital in the operating room department.

Janie found great joy in serving as the school nurse at Dover Elementary School. She later joined Stewart County High School, where she taught Health Sciences, served as a HOSA sponsor. Her dedication and commitment to caring for others led her to advance to the position of Supervisor of the Stewart County Schools nursing program and SCHS school nurse. Throughout her career, she treasured the relationships she built with students, teachers, and colleagues and found great fulfillment in serving the school system. After many years of devoted service, Janie retired in 2022.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her son, John (Johnny) Cunningham; son-in-law, Shane Lyons, and brother, Kenny Futrell.

Janie leaves behind her loving and devoted husband of 52 years, Jerry Cunningham; daughter, Jill Lyons; daughter-in-law, Abby Cunningham; grandchildren, Kamaren, Kallee, and Kyndal Cunningham; cat, Gigi and grand dog, Tater Tot. Shane Lyons and Abby Cunningham were not in-laws to Janie; she loved them like her own.

A visitation and funeral service will be held at Anglin Funeral Home on Thursday, October 29, 2026 with visitation beginning at 11:00 am followed with the funeral service at 1:00 pm. Burial to follow at Taylor Chapel UMC Cemetery. Family and friends will services pallbearers.

Jerry and Jill would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the SunCrest Hospice program, especially Amy Teixeira for all the support, kindness, and compassion shown to the family during this difficult time. A special and sincere thank-you goes to Abby Cunningham, who provided the family with so much love, comfort, and care. The love and support from friends and family will always be remembered and forever cherished.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home in Dover, Tennessee. Online condolences and tributes may be made at www.anglinfuneralhome.com