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John A. Cannata

John Cannata Obituary

On Jan. 21, 2007, of Pawtucket, RI, formerly of Roslindale. Beloved son of Edmund J. of Canton & the late Joan M. (Cassidy) Cannata. Brother of the late Edmund. Brother-in-law of Barbara Cannata of Canton. Devoted uncle of Alexis & Eric Cannata. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles & his beloved dog Max. Relatives & friends are invited to attend a Graveside Service Wednesday at 11 am at Fairview Cemetery, Hyde Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Leukemia Society, 495 Old Connecticut Path, Framingham, MA 01701. Folsom Funeral Home www.folsomfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Jan. 23, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for John Cannata

19 Entries

Robert Partridge

May 22, 2007

I worked with John for over 20 years at Subaru of New England. I've grown along with him from his drumming days with Liquid Kaos to his recent hobbies of watching NASCAR and fishing down in Rhode Island. He was kind and caring, and had the amazing ability to get along with everyone. Though no words can adequately describe just what a great guy he was, it's the thoughts and emotions that live on with all of us that will keep him in our hearts forever. I'll never forget him, and I think of him often. Heaven is now a better place. God bless you.
Love your friend,
Robert Partridge
( Attleboro MA )

Mike Bauman

May 21, 2007

John was not only a great friend to me, but to many people. He was an all around good person, and an awesome drummer. The songs that he wrote with us will stay with me forever. We're going to honor your memory, my friend, with a special show for you on Friday, June 8th at 8 PM at the Midway Cafe.

You will always be remembered,
Mike (Liquid Kaos)

John Frost

May 21, 2007

Wow! I just found out -- I can't believe it! I will surely miss you, your drumming and that laugh of yours.

Your Friend,
John (aka - Mike's cousin)

James Desper

February 7, 2007

What i'm gonna miss most about John was his incredible laugh. I worked with John for 5 years and he treated me like a younger brother. Anytime i was down or just needed somebody to talk to John was there. I was a kid when i started at Subaru and John was the first adult that i could just talk to about anything. He was the coolest. I will never forget you brother. Keep on ROCKIN' Jimmy

Cathe Healey

January 25, 2007

John... I can still see your smiling face now. We will miss you at Subaru. Our years there (all 18+ of them) fly by fast. You were a quiet person, but so very nice and friendly, and such a pleasure to know and to work with. You will never be forgotten and will always remain in the hearts of your friends...

joe darcy

January 24, 2007

JC, what can I say about such a great and true friend. You are one of the few people in life who actually enjoyed it. I have been thinking back to when we first met down behind Healy field pool and just clicked right away. I remembered how you & I use to love going to sleep over you dad’s house and go over to the bowling alley and play games all night. Life was so simple! After reading the entire posting before, you touched everyone the same way in life you ever meet. You will be sadly missed in this world!

Your old and true friend Darcy and family

Ed Navin

January 23, 2007

Keep on rockin GOD REST One of the good guys. ED&Sherry

mario

January 23, 2007

When I was hired at Subaru, they said John and I would get along great. Both of us being drummers and music fans,they were right. However, John would get along with everyone. I'll miss his conversation and musical insight.

Jeffrey Landry

January 23, 2007

John was a good friend of mine and will be greatly missed. I played in bands with John for many years and there was no one better at the drums. John was a solid man who never said a bad word about anyone. May God welcome him with open arms.

Jeff Landry and family

Kathy Martin

January 23, 2007

I met John just about a year ago at the sad passing of his brother and my neighbor, Ed Cannata.
John was such a kind and gentle man. And he had such a beautiful smile. Sorry for all your pain and suffering, Dearest John. Go forth and be with your buddy, Eddie, in heaven. We miss you both!

Bill Davis

January 23, 2007

john,my good buddy we used to go to shows at the middle east,the paradise,and bigger shows at great woods and harborlights;some great shows,some not so great,and your candid and honest opinions on all of them always made me look at certain aspects of the concerts from a different angle.I thought i was a music person until i hung out with you.I'll remember you as the honest,good-natured guy that you were,a class act all the way.God Bless Bill Davis

Linda Berman

January 23, 2007

I will always remember John as a friendly, funny, and warm person. I am very thankful for his family and friends who helped him get through the past four months. His face always lit up when any of you walked through the door. My sympathy to all, Linda Berman

Barry Pelletier

January 23, 2007

I worked side by side with Johnny for the past 14 years. Friends from the start. Talking music and hockey all the time.He turned me on to so many great bands.Everytime in the last 5 months I saw a band, I was dying to tell him about it. I miss you so much Johnny, Love, Barry

Tom Mahon

January 23, 2007

I worked with John for over six years and enjoyed every minute with John. His ability to give us a laugh and make the day a pleasure will always be my memory of him. His battle against his illness was courageous and inspiring. He has gone too soon and I will miss him.

JIMMY "MAC" McMANUS

January 23, 2007

JOHN WAS A GREAT MAN,MUSICIAN AND A GREAT MAN TO HANG WITH.IT'S BEEN A WHILE SINCE I HAD SEEN HIM AND DID NOT EVEN KNOW HE WAS ILL.A MUTUAL FRIEND OF JOHN AND MYSELF,BILLY DAVIS, INFORMED ME OF HIS PASSING AND HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED.I SEEN JOHN PLAY MANY TIMES AND HE WILL BE LOUD AND AND KEEPIN' A BEAT UP ABOVE!!!

Greta Condee

January 23, 2007

I will always remember John as one of the sweetest people I've ever met. It was truly my pleasure and an honor to have met him. God bless.

Bill Kerkhoff

January 23, 2007

I worked with John for nearly 20 years @ Subaru of New England. John was well liked by everybody. John liked music, hockey, and cars, but he surprised and impressed me in recent years when I found out his interests included fishing and racing. He frequented the car races at Seekonk Speedway, and when I told him that my Father-in-law used to race there, he looked up a website I gave him and investigated the history of the track. John continued to impress me the way that he battled his illness like a warrior. Thanks for the memories John, we'll miss you very much.

Derek Navin

January 23, 2007

John,JC,Cannaca, was and is my great friend. There was not a mean bone in this mans body. We played many times together as well as recordings and live performances. He is a great drummer and musician as well as a true friend and genuine GOOD GUY..I will miss him greatly and look forward to seeing him in the hereafter....Love Derek and Cathy Navin and family

Sean Perry

January 23, 2007

My Deepest sympathy goes out to you. John was a great person; I will think of him often whenever I see a sports car with no emblems or anytime I go fishing on the bridge over the barrington river.

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