R. Cunningham Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc.

R. Cunningham Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. For over 175 years, the Cunningham family has been dedicated to our community

Donald Maurice Cathcart, 83, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.Bo...
04/01/2026

Donald Maurice Cathcart, 83, of New Castle, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 15, 1942, he was the son of the late Nyal and Dorothy Cathcart.
Don was a proud graduate of Clearfield High School and earned his degree in mechanical engineering...

Wilma M. Smith, age 84, of New Castle, passed away the morning of March 30, 2026, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.Born March 21...
03/31/2026

Wilma M. Smith, age 84, of New Castle, passed away the morning of March 30, 2026, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.
Born March 21, 1942, in Wheatland, PA, she was the daughter of Loyal F. and Minnie M. (Thellman) Smith.
Wilma was a 1960 graduate of New Castle High School. She went on to earn her busines...

Barbara G. Cotton, age 99, of New Castle, passed away March 28, 2026, at Jameson Nursing and Rehab.Born May 2, 1926, she...
03/31/2026

Barbara G. Cotton, age 99, of New Castle, passed away March 28, 2026, at Jameson Nursing and Rehab.
Born May 2, 1926, she was the daughter of Clayton and Mary (Haynes) Green.
Barbara was preceded in death on February 13, 2013, by her husband of 64 years, Clayton H. Cotton, whom she married March...

Long before a procession begins, our team ensures each hearse is cleaned, detailed, and prepared. These quiet steps ensu...
03/30/2026

Long before a procession begins, our team ensures each hearse is cleaned, detailed, and prepared. These quiet steps ensure a flawless, respectful experience for families.

Curious about our care process? Message us anytime.

Rows of empty chairs aren’t just decoration; they’re invitations. Each one is ready for laughter, tears, and shared stor...
03/27/2026

Rows of empty chairs aren’t just decoration; they’re invitations. Each one is ready for laughter, tears, and shared stories in honor of someone special.

Need a space to gather? Message our team to learn about our service options.

Kylee E. Houk, 32, of New Castle, passed away March 22, 2026 at her residence.Born July 3, 1993, she was the daughter of...
03/25/2026

Kylee E. Houk, 32, of New Castle, passed away March 22, 2026 at her residence.
Born July 3, 1993, she was the daughter of Thomas S. and Darlene (Bross) Houk.
A 2011 graduate of New Wilmington High School, she was employed as a certified phlebotomist.
Kylee was a devoted and loving mother to he...

Grief Looks Like:Feeling great one minute andfalling to pieces the next.Avoiding things and people thatremind you of you...
03/25/2026

Grief Looks Like:

Feeling great one minute and
falling to pieces the next.
Avoiding things and people that
remind you of your loss.
Moving in and out of acceptance,
denial, bargaining, anger, and depression.
Losing interest in activities.
A desire to be alone.
Feeling like no one else can understand the magnitude of your loss.
Not getting over your loss quickly.

Nancy D. McBurney passed away the early evening of March 22, 2026, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.Born May 9, 1936, in New Cas...
03/24/2026

Nancy D. McBurney passed away the early evening of March 22, 2026, at UPMC Jameson Hospital.
Born May 9, 1936, in New Castle, PA, she was the daughter of the late James A. and Mildred B. (Brigham) Ross.
She married her loving husband Desmond P. Austin in 1973 and resided in California until his ...

Shawn Bennear, 61, of Edinburg, unexpectedly passed away Friday morning March 6, 2026.Born November 5,1964, in Kennedy T...
03/24/2026

Shawn Bennear, 61, of Edinburg, unexpectedly passed away Friday morning March 6, 2026.

Born November 5,1964, in Kennedy Township, he was the son of the late Kenneth and Violet Bennear.

Mr. Bennear was employed as a truck driver at Dave Catlett Construction LLC.
Shawn was a member o...

What we know: Costs rise.What we don’t know: When you’ll need it.Preplan while today’s prices last.
03/23/2026

What we know: Costs rise.
What we don’t know: When you’ll need it.
Preplan while today’s prices last.

Robert L. Leslie, age 102, long time resident of New Castle, passed away the morning of March 21, 2026, at Concordia at ...
03/21/2026

Robert L. Leslie, age 102, long time resident of New Castle, passed away the morning of March 21, 2026, at Concordia at Cabot in Butler, PA.
Born January 6, 1924, in New Castle, he was the son of Walter N. and Blodwen (Leyshon) Leslie. He was preceded in death on October 22, 2022, by his beloved w...

We are deeply grateful for the brave men and women who serve and risk their lives daily to protect our freedom.This week...
03/20/2026

We are deeply grateful for the brave men and women who serve and risk their lives daily to protect our freedom.

This weekend, let’s all find a way to show gratitude to those who serve. Whether it’s thanking a veteran, or simply flying the flag, let’s make a difference together! Drop a 🇺🇸 if you’re in!

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2429 Wilmington Road
New Castle, PA
16105

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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+17246584511

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R. Cunningham Funeral Home & Crematory Inc. has been serving New Castle area families since 1848. As one of the county’s oldest businesses, we are honored to be a part of the rich history of this community and plan to be a part of it for many years to come. For six generations, our family has been committed to serving you and yours with dignity, respect, and compassion. We are here to help you honor and celebrate your loved one’s life, creating a healing and meaningful experience that reflects your beliefs, values, and budget.

You can find us at: 2429 Wilmington Rd, New Castle, PA. We also offer pet cremation services.