Michael Canonico Jr.

I was thinking about Mike recently and the wonderful music he created as a legacy to his tremendous talent. I was sad to see he has passed joining great friends like Nick Brignola whom he played with on countless occasions. I have so many tapes of Mike which are timeless. Please accept my heartfelt condolances.

My heartfelt condolences to Dawn, Joel, Joanne and your whole family. I have so many wonderful memories of your father...the times our families together at Camp Kiwanis, I remembered he played Taps so beautifully every evening. I remember he played at the Saratoga Flat Track too, but the most special memory I have of your father is when he played at my father's funeral.

Joanne, Dawn and Joel, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of your father during our many family get togethers at our houses, at Camp Kiwanis, and at Grafton. I remember his music, such warm memories of him playing at the Ice Capades, at the Saratoga Flat Track, and at our house, Taps at Camp Kiwanis, and most specially, him playing Dixieland at my father's funeral. Your was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. Sending love and heartfelt...

Dear Joanne, Dawn and Joel, so sorry to read of Mike's passing. My love goes out to you. Wonderful musician and really nice man.

I will always remember Mike as a gentleman and a world-class musical talent. He was a contemporary of and good friends with my dad, who absolutely loved his playing. My dad would want your family to know just how highly he was regarded - and how much he will be missed - by both of us.

To Joanne and Family,our sincerest condolences on the loss of your Husband and Father Mike.He was a gentile and truely nice man that I,had the pleasure of knowing and playing music with many years.May God Rest His Soul.Bobby Massaro

Dear Joanne, Dawn and Joel,
So sad to hear the news of your Husband and father's passing. I remember staying at your house and hearing the jazz music on Sunday mornings. It was a pleasant way to wake up! Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Kat Boomhower-Raymond

Dear Joanne,Dawn and Joel, my heart felt sympathy for your loss.
Pan Am was so privileged to have Mike in the Pan Am Band, he amazed us who played with him and countless audiences in Germany, England, Italy, Norway and Australia.
I am unable to make it back East to attend the celebration but I will toast a glass of Australian Red wine on the 24th.
With fond memories of Mike,
As always,
John McGhee