John-Canley-Obituary

John L. Canley

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John L. Canley was the first living Black U.S. Marine to receive the Medal of Honor, for his valor in the Vietnam War.

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Our sincere condolences to the Canley family. Cancer is a terrible disease! We pray the God of all comfort provide you the strength to cope with your loss

A long and memorable career. Sincere sympathies to the Canley family, may God be with you all as you endure this most difficult time of your loss.

Sincerest sympathies to the Canley family, so very sorry for your loss. May God give strength and comfort to you all as you endure this very difficult time of your loss.

He was my Sergeant Major when I was stationed in Hawaii in the late 70's. He was a living legend and so professional, I looked at a book I have when we were deployed to the western Pacific in1978. A much younger Sergeant Majors picture was there. I am pretty sure he was at my reenlistment ceremony as well. In today's world with all the negativity this man would have been an inspiration to all on how to live your life. Rest in peace you will be greatly missed!!

My sincerest condolences to the family. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Never met the Sgt Maj but wish I had. Glad he was finally recognized for his Heroic deeds. Condolences to the family!!

Semper Fidelis, Gunny