Elizabeth "Cecilia" Cannon

Elizabeth "Cecilia" Cannon, 70 of Ozello, FL passed away in the care of Hospice March 6, 2025 after a lengthy illness with her husband and two dogs by her side.

Born in Augusta, GA July 22, 1954 she moved to Tampa, FL at a young age and graduated from East Bay High School. Cecilia moved to Ozello, FL in 1982 where she met her future husband and business partner Arthur Cannon, they were friends for several years, then dated for seven years before marrying March 12, 1994. Together they owned and operated A C Fisheries, a commercial fishing business.

She loved living on the water and once told her husband when he mentioned moving inland that he could do what he wanted when she passed but until then, "I'm not going anywhere". She worked tirelessly to make business successful while at the same time keeping up with a busy home life. Cecilia was a kind and compassionate person who cared deeply for her family, friends, and her dogs. She is of the Baptist faith.

Cecilia is survived by her husband Arthur Cannon, her two sons James Boynton (Tonya), Albert Boynton, two grandsons Devin and Dominick all of Homosassa, FL, a granddaughter Alexsis (C.J.) of Citrus Springs, FL, great-grandson Jace of Citrus Springs, FL, her two dogs Otis and Oppie, her brother J.R. (Dena) of Tampa, FL and many friends. She is preceded in death by her parents James and Betty Holland.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home and Crematory, Crystal River, FL. There will be a celebration of life at a later date.