- Date Of Birth: February 8, 1945
- Date Of Death: January 17, 2020
- State: New York
Yvonne Cunningham Holden was born on February 8, 1945 in Talladega, Alabama. She was one of seven children born to the late William Howard Cunningham and Nona Dillard Cunningham.
Recognizing the value of education and training, Yvonne attended Talladega County Training School and graduated with honors. Realizing the value of religion at an early age, Yvonne dedicated her life to Christ and sang in the choir where she was known to have a beautiful soprano voice.
Shortly after graduating from Talladega County Training School, Yvonne moved to New York City, and lived in Brooklyn, New York until the time of her departure from this life.
In the early 80’s Yvonne joined Bridge Street Church, where she worked with the Alabama Club in various capacities as president, vice president, treasurer and secretary. In 1982 Yvonne and Jaycee Holden were joined together in Holy Matrimony until her passing.
Yvonne departed this earthly life on January 17, 2020 at Kingsbrook Jewish Hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Nona; and three brothers: Howard, Clifton and Larry Cunningham.
A Building in Heaven
I’ve purchased a town lot in heaven
On the city not built with hand.
I’m sending material daily
To build in that happy land.
I’d like a mansion on Main Street,
Where streets are all paved with gold
With a clear view of the pearly gates
Where Christ takes care of the soul
I want to send good material
That will stand the test of times
So I’ll not be disappointed
When I reach that home sublime
Prayer is for the foundation,
Faith and love for the walls,
Good deeds for the reinforcement,
That will stand when the Savior calls.
Up there we will know no sorrow.
Tears will never dim the eyes.
There we will rest in peace forever
In that happy home on high
So my friends, start building
Your home beyond the sky
So we all be together
In the sweet by and by.
