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Kenneth Canning Obituary

Retired of Hyde Park, formerly of Jamaica Plain, October 9, 2007. Loving father of Kenneth G., Jr. and his wife Madonna of VT, Daniel W. and his wife Michelle of Hyde Park, Thomas N. of Jamaica Plain, Ginger A. Walter and her husband Michael of Dedham, and Jennifer J. Canning of Hyde Park. Former husband of Ginny O'Neil of Jamaica Plain. Dear friend of Arlene Locke of Charlestown. Brother of Ronald of Norwell and Robert of CA. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., WEST ROXBURY, Friday, Oct. 12th at 8 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Susanna Church at 9 o'clock. Visiting hours Thursday 4-8 PM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Late U.S. Army Veteran, Korean War and member of the BPO Elks, Boston Lodge #10. For directions and guestbook: www.gormleyfuneral.com William J. Gormley Funeral Service 617-323-8600

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2007.

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Renee and Sandy

October 12, 2007

Arlene,
Sweetie I'm so sorry for your loss..I know Ken was a very important part of your life..If you need anything please call us. Ken, I think I speak for all of us in the Circle that we will miss you being our neighbor, Rest in Peace...Renee & Sandy #6

The Amato Family

October 11, 2007

Ginger and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your father. Your in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Mike Casey

October 11, 2007

Mr. Canning,
Sir, I didn't know you but I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

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