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Robert Cannada Obituary
He was an elder for 50 years at First Presbyterian Church, a founder and former Board chairman for 25 years of Reformed Theological Seminary, a founder and former Managing Partner for 25 years at the law firm of Butler, Snow, O'Mara, Stevens, and Cannada, and an officer in the Navy and veteran of World War II and of the Korean War. He was also a board member of a number of other legal, business, civic and Christian organizations.
He was a faithful and godly leader in the home, in the church, and in the community.
He was preceded in death by his lifelong love and wife, Inez Chisolm Cannada, and by one son, Paul Davis Cannada.
He is survived by two sons, Robert C. (Ric) Cannada, Jr., and wife, Rachel and R. Barry Cannada and wife, Angelyn; and by five grandchildren, Christy Cannada Burrow and husband, Beau, Cecilia Cannada Rutledge and husband, Bryan, Kathryn Cannada Nicholas and husband, Taylor, Caroline Chisolm Cannada, and Robert Davis Cannada; and by five great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are encouraged to be made to the Founders Fund at Reformed Theological Seminary (5422 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS 39211) or to the Twin Lakes Retreat Center at First Presbyterian Church (1390 N. State St., Jackson, MS 39202).
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Cannada
32 Entries
Bubby Johnston
August 1, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Michael Shotwell
July 25, 2007
I am very sorry to learn of the death of Mr. Cannada. He surely left a wonderful legacy, not only to his family, but to many others as well. May the LORD continue to bless Mr. Cannada's vision & legacy and may He comfort the Cannada family and all who mourn his passing.
Clay & Darlene Quarterman
July 18, 2007
"Precious in the Lord is the death of His saints". We are thankful for Mr. Cannada's legacy, for his friendship, for his example. And we are thankful for his interest in our work here. We know he is sorely missed -- may the Lord give you his comfort.
Gayle Jungkind
July 14, 2007
My prayers are with you. May God comfort you as only He can.
Donna Ezell
July 14, 2007
Mr. Cannada was a great leader. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Sandee Reynoldson
July 11, 2007
I have just learned of Mr. Cannada's death and know how very much the church, our congregation and his family will miss this great man.
Please accept my condolences.
Jane Brooks
July 11, 2007
To Ric and all the Cannada Clan,
When we came to RTS in the early 70s we had no idea how blessed we would be by many in the Cannada family. First, your dad and then Ray and Peggy in Edwards. We cherish those memories, and grieve with you now, but thankful for sweet reunions that await us in heaven. In His love, Cecil and Jane Brooks
Mary Kat Roberts Huff
July 11, 2007
Ric and Barry,
I have just learned of the death of your wonderful Dad. What wonderful Christian parents you had. My fondest memories growing up were on Manila Drive and the times that I spent in your home.What a legacy for all of you. I know that Nezi and Dave are so glad to see Bob! God Bless all of you!!!! Mary Kat Roberts Huff
Robert Ferguson
July 11, 2007
To the Cannada family,
What a great priviledge it was to know Bob. His work on earth is done and he now rejoices with the Father!
"Jesus said, 'Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.'"
John 16:22
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In Christ's love,
Robert and Helen Ferguson
Vikki Kennedy Watkins
July 11, 2007
Dear Cannada Family,
It was with great sadness that I learned about Mr. Cannada's passing. I worked for Mr. Cannada in the 1980s and he was impressive in every aspect of his life. I am very grateful to have known him. My deepest sympathies to the family.
Norman Bagby
July 11, 2007
Dear Ric and family,
Your father was a wonderful example of a godly man. He will be missed by all, especially in the reformed community. God bless and keep y'all in His hands.
Kurt Rademacher
July 10, 2007
Dear Cannada Family,
It was with deep sadness that BJ and I learned today of Mr. Cannada's passing. He was a true inspiration as a Christian, a family man and a lawyer. Like all of the people his life touched, I feel privileged to have known him. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Kurt and BJ Rademacher
Pamela Turner
July 10, 2007
John 14:1
Prayers are with you
Sonya Edmond
July 10, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bonnie Tuten
July 10, 2007
Pleae accept my deepest sympathies.
Virginia Jackson
July 10, 2007
You are in my prayers.
Tita and Danny Massie
July 10, 2007
We have just gotten the news about your Dad. What a wonderful father you had, Ric. How blessed we all were to know him. Love to you and Rachel and the whole family.
Tita and Danny
Gus Primos
July 10, 2007
Your father's involment in First Presbyterian has been so meaningful to not only my family but to the city of Jackson as well. He will be truly missed by many.
Gus & Jonelle Primos
Diane Wigley
July 10, 2007
Mr. Cannada was an icon to Butler Snow and will be truly missed. He was a very special man.
My deepest sympathies
John Travis
July 9, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to the family. What a great leader we have lost.
Out thoughts and prayers are with you.
John & Marguerite Travis/Will Travis
Skip and Barbara Robertson
July 9, 2007
So sorry to hear of your dad's death. Barbara and I will keep you in our prayers.
Billy Brooks
July 9, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
carol lindley
July 9, 2007
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Johnston Lindley
(daughter of Fay Martin Johnston)
Linda Foster
July 9, 2007
Ric and Family, you are in our prayers and hearts.
Your friend, Linda Helms Foster
Hank Holman
July 8, 2007
Bob’s life exemplified the true characteristics of servant of Christ. He always put others before himself as he generously gave his financial resources, his valuable time, and his leadership abilities to further the Kingdom of God. He was such a great guy. Bob will be missed not only by the Holmans, but by all those who were blessed to know him.
In Christ Love,
William Sweat
July 8, 2007
My wife, Adelaide, and I wish to express our deepest sympathy to your family. Sheila and Fred Lotterhos are very close friends of ours and have told us of their love for Mr. Cannada and your family. All of you are in our prayers.
Wih warm regards,
William A. Sweat, Jr.
Camille Branton
July 7, 2007
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Netterville
July 7, 2007
To the Cannada Family,
Your father was my friend. We were in law school together, went through the same class at Notre Dame (Mid-Shipmen's School) together, and went to the Navy together during World War II. We have been close friends since. You have lost a great man, and I have lost a dear friend.
R. L. "Bob" Netterville
Natchez, MS
Harry Earhart
July 7, 2007
Pleae accept my deepest sympathies
Elizabeth Johnson86714206
July 7, 2007
In deepest sympathy,
Rev. and Mrs. Edward Johnson
Liles Williams
July 7, 2007
Our City, State and Nation lost a true patriot and leader. When the word "integrity" comes to mind, I immediately think of Bob Cannada. I was privileged to work with him on a number of civic projects through the Jackson Chamber of Commerce and other business organizations. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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