Tribute to Andrew Cunningham, 1970 - 2025

Thanks Andy for your friendship ,generosity and sense of humour, such a blessing that our paths crossed within the qigong world- fond memories of times in Henley ,Fawley court - we shared some really magical moments so very hilarious !! And thanks for letting me stay over in Colliers Wood on some of my visits to London from Ireland . Much love always buddy and Im sure we will meet again xx

So sad to hear about Andy’s passing and very much regret not seeing as much of him as I would have liked in recent years. I met Andy at Southampton University and even then he was a big character, big smile, big heart, infectious laugh and great sense of humour. Always great company, a real people person, he never said a bad word against anyone. He loved a good story, the juicier the better and always had an interesting, well-informed take on any subject. Always kind and generous, a lovely man I was privileged to have known. Teller of the most chilling and convincing ghost stories! Farewell Andy X

Dearest Andy I first met you via the Goddings and you were introduced as Andy Tea. I left London not long after and got to know you better on my frequent trips back to the Wood and The Standard. I loved our catch ups and you always asked after my boys. It will feel very strange coming back and you not being there. You'll be greatly missed by all. Sending much love to your family. Gillian, Chris and Andrew xxx

Dear Andy from Davey, Thanks for a special long distance bromance. A bit like the Ashes cricket, there were pints every 2 years, in either Blighty or Down Under, and good text banter in between. Pints went hand in hand with your trade mark hearty and humorous conversation. Your stories would start with “you know what’s really interesting” and cover diverse topics like tea, art, Royal gossip and Russian spies. Rugby commentary and cricket statistics weren’t far behind. Laughed that you were proud of the Barmy Army cheering for “Roooot”. So grateful for so many joyful occasions, including the movies in SevenOaks to see Priscilla Queen of the Desert, watching the Dons play in the EPL at a dry venue, Christmas Eve church in SevenOaks when you knocked the baubles off the Christmas tree, betting on the trotters at Penrith Paceway, chatting up the oyster shucker at Matilda’s wedding and a recent long lunch with Jojo and Gracie at The Surprise. One famous shopping trip went pub, RWC shop, pub, Victoria Secret – where your eyes popped at the “panty bar” and that became our code for “time for a drink at the bar?”. Above all else we admired your enduring love for family, good friends and being proud Uncle Bugs. At every kick off and first over, cheers to you Bugs.

I knew Andy through Qigong, meeting him every few months for a number of years. I was always pleased when he was there. He was a very kind,authentic person with a good sense of humour and fun. His presence always added to the group and he connected with many people. I'm sure everyone close to him will be devastated by his passing and I hope your memories and love for him will sustain you at this difficult time.