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James Gannon Obituary
Mr. Gannon, 52 of Charlotte died Thursday, June 15th at his home.
Born in San Francisco, California on November 5, 1953 Jimmy was the son of the Eugene Gannon and the late Dorothy Durr Gannon. An area resident for the past 13 years, Jim was an avid sportsman. He coached his son Matt's baseball team and his daughter Kelly's soccer team.
In his free time, Jim enjoyed playing softball and golfing with his friends, especially his trip to Pinehurst.
He had an infectious personality and never met a stranger.
Survivors include his wife, Carla; children, Matt Gannon and wife, Stephanie, Lake Park; Kelly Gannon of the home; brother, Steve Gannon, Fair Oaks, CA; sister, Terry Ball, Belmont, CA; father, Gene Gannon, Redwood City, CA.
A Gathering of Family and Friends to celebrate Jim's life will take place on Tuesday, June 20th at 6:30 PM at the Gannon Residence, 3327 Lazybranch Rd, Charlotte.
The family has asked that memorials be made to the Huntington Disease Society of America, 505 8th Ave, Suite 902, NY, NY, 10018 or 1-800-345-4372.
Carolina Funeral Service & Cremation Center is entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Elizabeth Krebs
June 25, 2006
Gannon Family,
I was stunned when I read the St. Pius Church bulletin about your loss. I think my husband, Randy, played ball with Jim here in Redwood City when they were kids. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Randy and Elizabeth Krebs
June 23, 2006
The Gannons
Sorry to hear of your loss.
You and your family will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Harvey Katowitz
President PPHA
Tom OConnor
June 20, 2006
The Gannons,
Just to let you know we are thinking about you. Hanging out with the Gannons is always a highlight of our trips to Charlotte. We will truly miss Mr. Gannon.
Love Tom, Linda, Bobby & Casey O'Connor
Wanda Truesdel
June 19, 2006
Carla, Matt and Kelly and Stephanie,
My heart goes out to you and your family in your loss of Jim. I know how special it was to have him here for Matt's wedding. Just know that you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Wanda
Lenore Varuola
June 18, 2006
Dearest Carla & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you & yours as I learn of the death of your beloved husband. Please know how much I care and share in your greif.
Love, Lenore
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