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Joseph Gannon Obituary
Wilmington - Joseph V. Gannon, 84, of Wilmington, passed away on February 22, 2018.
Joe was born in Philadelphia, the son of the late Helen (McGinness) and John Gannon.
Joe is survived by his wife, Deborah (Grabowski) Gannon; his daughters, Deborah Schenck (William) of Somers Point, NJ and Elizabeth Gannon of Ambler, PA; his sisters, Helen Walsh of Northeast Philadelphia and Sr. Kathleen Gannon, OSF of South Philadelphia; 3 stepchildren; and his 8 grandchildren.
A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, March 5, 2018, at St. Elizabeth Church, Clayton and Cedar Streets, Wilmington, at 11 AM, where friends may call after 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Warriors Helping Warriors, P.O. Box 573, Middletown, DE 19709
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D Smith
March 3, 2018
May the God of all comfort be with the family at this time (John 6:40) . Warm condolences
Stefan Skielnik
March 2, 2018
May memories of Joe and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. We are always here if you need us. Vicky and Stefan
March 2, 2018
May memories of Joe and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead. We are always here if you need us. Vicky and Stefan
A. Thomas
February 28, 2018
May God give you peace and strength during this difficult time. Psalms 29:11. Keep the memories close to your heart.
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February 27, 2018
I am so sorry for the passing of your loved one. May the God of all comfort strength the family during this time of deep sorrow. My sincerest condolences. Psalms 116:15
February 27, 2018
I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's promise that we can see our loved ones again John 6:40 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13.
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