Cunningham-Ramos AML & Stroke after TBI Journey

A researcher-caregiver’s quest for information and a better life for her husband diagnosed with Acute Myeloid leukemia after long 9 years of dealing with a TBI

James Stewart Cunningham III

February 1, 1947 – January 15, 2025

My life could not have been richer, more adventurous, or more wonderful than with you. Thank you for being such a great teacher and mentor 46 years ago. Thank you for 29 years of unwavering love. Thank you for our son Daniel. You will forever remain in my heart. 

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When you die a part of my soul will die with you!

It will fly up to the sky with your soul to shepherd you to eternity

And it will cover you with love and continue to protect you along the way. 

When you die, I will sow seeds of love in the earth of my soul that will die with you!

So that beautiful flowers of hope can germinate and forever blossom 

To uplift me through the remaining years I am alive

To remind me of your gentle soul, of your immense kindness, of your beautiful spirit, and of the eternal love we have for each other. 

Dedicated to my husband of 29 years. July 21, 2024

The AML Journey

21 responses to “James Stewart Cunningham III”

  1. kenlassig Avatar
    kenlassig

    Beautiful words, beautiful life, beautiful soul…may you rest in peace.

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    Linda Delaney

    Maria, I just received your news.  It’s been a long hard road but still so difficult when it actually happens.  Please let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.  You have such wonderful memories which will be a big help to you.Love, LindaSent from my iPhone

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      The AML Journey

      Linda, Thank you very much! I sent you and email.

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    Anonymous

    Hi Maria. So sorry to hear the news. I will always have good memories of the time we spent together on our adventure. Stay strong hope to talk to you soon.

    Ben.

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      The AML Journey

      Thank you Ben. So good to hear from you!

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    astaertowgmailcom

    My heart aches for you. I

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      The AML Journey

      Kristina,
      In the last years we have become closer friends, I have deeply appreciated all your advice as a friend, a former nurse, a wife of a wonderful husband you cared for so deeply until hi exited this earth. You have been my role model on how to grieve while living with joy. Thank you!

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    cfaust16

    What a blessing to have gotten to know Kim. My only wish is that I could have meet you both even sooner.

    Love, Cindy

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      The AML Journey

      me too – what a blessing to have you as our friend.

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    Anonymous

    Knowing Kim since 1963, meeting him in Montevideo, Uruguay, becoming close friends at The British School and in college, both serving in the military, visiting throughout the years, discovering years later we were distant cousins — what an incredible honor to have shared life on this earth with my true friend. What a blessing. – John

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      The AML Journey

      Indeed, John, you were his lifelong friend! Just talking about you would make him smile. In the two times we were able to be with you and Katie, you both seemed so happy and I could see that unbreakable bond of true, loving, caring friendship.

      Thank you for your messages and for always being there for him.

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    yippeeyaayyahoocom

    Querida Maria Eugenia, Preciosa dedicatoria. Tu amor es palpable.  Al ver esta foto me recuerda mas al profe de economia que era él cuando lo conocí. Y pensar que a pesar de todo lo que me ayudaste a estudiar y entender esa materia la pasé arrastrada, jajaja. Mi cabeza no está hecha para la economía. Se lo dije cuando estuvieron en Miami y fuimos a caminar a la playa. Nos reimos de ver como la vida nos reunía de nuevo. Quien iba a pensar que eso sucedería? Que en paz descanse y brille para él la luz perpetua.

    Un carińoso abrazo querida amiguita del alma. Isabel

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      The AML Journey

      Querida Isabel,
      Gracias por tu lindo mensaje. Si, esta foto es de approximadamente el ’78-79 cuando fue profesor mio – asi lo conoci.
      Muchisimas gracias por tus mensajes tan lindos – me ayudan mucho. Si, es duro esto. Te envio un correo con mas detalles.
      Un abrazo fuerte!

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    Anonymous

    Oh, Maria . We are so sad to read of Kim’s passing. 🥺 You have been a loving and steadfast partner, caregiver and advocate for oh so many years. The best!!! May your lifelong memories bring you comfort and even joy during this difficult time. He is free from his worldly bonds and compromised body. He is with God now. Prayers for you, Daniel and Lauren.
    Lynne & Paul

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      The AML Journey

      Oh, I just saw your message after I sent you an email with more details. Thank you both so much!

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    Anonymous

    What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful Husband, Father and Man. Kim was one of a kind and will be greatly missed on this earth. May he rest in peace knowing that he was charished and cared for by you, Maria.

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      The AML Journey

      Thank you very much!

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    Anonymous

    A wonderful tribute! You have been steadfast in your love and support. I wish you strength and peace.

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      The AML Journey

      Thank you!

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    Anonymous

    Maria, I am so sorry to hear the news. Kim is always a kind and friendly person, He has taught me a lot of lessons, I learn so many english words and pronunciation from him. He will always be missed. My family and I will always remember you in our prayer.

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      The AML Journey

      Thank you so much! You are anonymous so I don’t have the pleasure of knowing who sent this kind message. If you’d like, email me at meramos2050@gmail.com
      Thanks!

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