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Cannon Jr., James F. beloved husband of Roberta "Bobbie" (nee McLaughlin), loving father of Robert M. (Leighann) and James Brenden Cannon, dearest grandfather of Seamus, Maeve, Maille and Sinead, devoted son of Eileen V. and the late James F. Cannon Sr., dear brother of John J. (Patti), Thomas M. (Rhea) and Michael J. (Sally) Cannon and Eileen M. (Mike) Kelly, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Jim was a proud graduate of Brother Rice High School Class of 1963 and Alumni President for over 10 years. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Thursday, 9:45 a.m., from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St., to St. Michael Church. Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cannon Family appreciated. Funeral info: 708-429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 25, 2008.

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Fran Platt

June 26, 2008

I knew Jim as a customer of Marquette Bank when he was selling used cars on Western Ave. What a nice man with a great smile and always a story about his family. How sad I was to see the obituary. Please accept my sympathy.
Sincerely,
Fran Platt/Marquette Bank

Sean Casey

June 25, 2008

To the Cannon Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. If anyone embodied the spirit of Edmund Rice, it was Jim. He truly taught us all how to "Act Manfully in Christ Jesus".

Rest in Peace, Jim, and hit 'em straight.

Sean, Amy, Owen, Declan, and Jack Casey

Vern and Glenda Ratliff

June 25, 2008

To the Cannon Family,
We both worked with and knew Jimmy for many years. He was a good man with a great sense of humor. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Vern and Glenda Ratliff

Joyce Cooper

June 25, 2008

Dear Bobbie & family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was so likeable and a great boss to work for.

Terry & Laura Coughlan

June 25, 2008

Jim was a great guy. I was honored to work with him and to call him my friend. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Jan and Terry Soenen

June 25, 2008

Dear Bobbie and Family,
The world was made a better place because of Jim's presence in it. His sense of humor, his generosity, his positive attitude brought joy to all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With love,
Jan and Terry Soenen

mary ellen cronin

June 25, 2008

to my dear cannon family
my mom used to say " jimmy cannon would give you the shirt off his back"
he was a great guy
you all are in my thoughts and prayers
love
mary ellen

Fred & Ellen Woods

June 25, 2008

Dear Bobbie and The Cannon Family,
Ellen & I wish to send our deepest
sympathies to you over Jim's passing.
A terrific person, wonderful Father,
and loving Husband. We will miss Jim.
Our prayers are with you always.

Jim Briley

June 25, 2008

Bobbie and family, Jimmy was one of the great ones and will be missed by all. Our deepest sympathies, Jim Briley and Sindy.

Sue Lutz

June 25, 2008

Bobbi:
I am shocked at this loss of a really great guy. I know there is little to say to comfort you and your family right now. My comforting thought is that Ron and Louise are there and they are all sharing in some good times. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

PATRICIA AND EDWARD DWYER

June 25, 2008

DEAR CANNON FAMILY
OUR MEMORIES OF JIM ARE OF A WARM AND EXTREMELY FRIENDLY PART OF OUR FAMILY AND A SUPER GRACIOUS HOST AT YOUR PARTIES. HE IS WELL LOVED BY ALL THAT MET HIM. WE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY.

Michael Steffes

June 25, 2008

Jimmy was a nice guy I enjoyed his company the handful of times we met. My condolence to the family.

Chris Jensen

June 25, 2008

Cannons, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim will be greatly missed. Please let us know if you need anything as we will always be there for you. - Love, The Jensens

Martin Novak

June 24, 2008

Bobbie, Rustie and I are so saddened by the news of Jim at such a young age. We both enjoyed visiting you when we would visit Chicago. One of the thing we missed the most on moving to Arizona is your parties at your home. God bless with our deepest sympathy to you and your sons. Marty & Rustie

Marilyn Conway Kordell

June 24, 2008

Dear Bobbi,
All I can think of is you and Jim and Rob just after Rob was born. You were such a happy couple! Annother memory is when Aunt Barb gave Jim my dad's ring, with all the boys in the familyJimmy was the only JC she cared to have it. Keep the good memories close to your heart and take it one day at a time.

Patrick McLaughlin

June 24, 2008

Dear Cannon Family, There are no words to express our sorrow for your loss. Jim will be missed by so many. He was a wonderful person. Love, Pat and Kim

Tom Desmond

June 24, 2008

The extended Desmond Family sends their condolences to the entire Cannon clan. Is was Jimmy's connection at Pepsi that helped put two Desmond's thru college. We'll be forever indepted. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Desmond's (Chicago, Evanston, Oak Park, Minneapolis, St. Paul)

Aunt Peggy and Family

June 24, 2008

Dear Bobby,Robert,Brendan,Jack.Michael.
Tommy,Eileen and Families so sorry to hear of your sorrow We are thinking of you at this time

Caron Green

June 24, 2008

Dear Bobbie, Rob, Brenden and family,
Please accept our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Larry and Caron Green

Julie Abraham

June 24, 2008

Dear Roberta and family,
I cannot think of Jim without picturing that great smile and happy greeting he had each time I saw him. May you all carry that smile with you -my thoughts are with you.
love,
Cousin Julie (Rudnick)Abraham

Joseph Lombardo

June 24, 2008

Dear Bobbi and all the Cannon Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sorrowful time.
Please let us know if there is anything that we could do to help.
Joe and Laurie Lombardo

Terry,Pat, Tracie,Darin & Jodie (Wayne) Milan

June 24, 2008

Bobbie, Rob, Brendan, and family, We are so sorry for your loss, and cannot imagine our lives without Jim. We love you guys so much and want you to know our thoughts are with you.

ron guerin

June 24, 2008

to the entire Cannon family , our deepest sympathies. Or thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God Bless

Ron "Rudy" Guerin and Family

Dan and Allison Zegadlo

June 24, 2008

Dear Cannon Family,
Allison and I wish to convey our deepest sympathies to you over the loss of such an admirable father and husband. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Dan and Allison Zegadlo

Christina Thorne

June 24, 2008

Bobbie and the Cannon family...devestating news like this is so hard to hear from thousands of miles away ..I shall miss my cousin Jimmy ..a bundle of joy and so much fun to be around...you are all in our hearts here in London and my daughters join me in sending condolences and love to you all at a time when your hearts are breaking.

Linda (Rudnick) Green

June 24, 2008

Roberta and family: I am so saddened for your loss of Jim. My prayers are with you in this time of deep sadness.

Joe RYAN

June 24, 2008

Bobbie and the Cannon family: Marge and I will pray for Jim and all of you. We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a good guy and tireless worker. He will be missed by all.

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