Hyla Cundiff Obituary in Greensboro at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home

Obituary For Hyla Cundiff

Funeral service will be held on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 11:30 am at St. James Presbyterian Church located at 820 Ross Avenue in Greensboro, North Carolina. Visitation will be held prior to the service at 11:00 am.

Hyla Sue Bynum Cundiff, the eleventh child of William P. and Belva W. Bynum (both deceased) of North Wilkesboro, NC, was born September 26, 1927. She transitioned to her eternal home on November 27, 2024.

She received her early education in the Wilkes County Schools and continued her education earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Johnson C. Smith University and later, a Master’s Degree from North Carolina A&T State University. Her love of athletics and children lead her to teach and coach the young girls at her high school Alma Mater, Lincoln Heights High School.

She moved with her family in 1956, to Greensboro, NC and taught at Washington Street, J.C. Price, F.D. Bulford and Vandalia Elementary Schools before her retirement in 1980.

Baptized as an infant, Hyla committed her life to Christ at age 12 and was a faithful member of Beulah Presbyterian Church in North Wilkesboro, NC until she moved to Greensboro. She continued her walk in faith at St. James Presbyterian Church on Forbis Street. Throughout her life, she was ardently involved with choral music, Sunday School, Bible Study and membership in the United Presbyterian Women. She also enjoyed her Christian service with the Trustee Board, Altar Guild and Compassion Committee. She is dearly loved by the many “Church Children” and “adopted” adult granddaughter, Alycia Nelson. Hyla carried her faith in community work as well, driving cancer patients to their appointments and receiving a WFMY volunteer award for her community service. She was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

Hyla was predeceased in death by her husband of 64 years, Frederick D, Cundff, Sr. and is survived by her two sons, Frederick D. Cundiff, Jr and Roderick C. Cundiff of Greensboro, NC, her daughter/niece, Candace B. Currence of Mitchellville, MD and a host of nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial gifts be made to St. James Presbyterian Church or Johnson C. Smith University.

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You are in our prayers during this moment! Just know we are here for you any time! Joan Walden, Class of 63, Dudley High School!!! God is always in control! Love and peace!

I just have to share this memory. My sister and I were responsible for getting my baby sister to the babysitter. This day was my time to take her. And I remember it being such a cold, cold day. After dropping my baby sister off to the babysitter, I walked on to school. My small hands got so cold I was in tears by the time I got to Mrs. Cundiff classroom. Mrs. Cundiff took my hands and put them on her chest to warm up. They remained there until my hands warmed up enough and the pain had left my hands. I am now in my 70's and I never forgot this act of kindness. I was 9 years old at the time. She was more than just a teacher. Please extend my Condolences to the family Mary Graves-Cunningham New York City

This is amazing, she was my third grade teacher at Blueford, and I am now in the sr citizen group. Too the family please accept my condolences. I will keep the family in my Prayers.

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May the family find comfort in loving memories. Hyla Sue was such a strong, caring and spirited woman. The Waugh and Amaker Families/ Cookie, Buddy and Kevin

Praying for your family. Margie Carter&Family

MY CONDOLENCES ALONG WITH PRAYER FOR STRENGTH AND COMFORT 🙏🏿, Brenda Dorsett

Our hearts are heavy, as we realize our loss. I imagine the great reunion she enjoys with our dear family. She rests in the arms of God. May each of you feel every prayer that is lifted for you. Josefa Bethea Wall

Grateful for a life filled with joy! Praying God's peace rest on each of my dear cousins.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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