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Jessica "Pooh" Cannon
April 12, 2023
When I was born, you told mama that you finally had someone to take care of you & I've been a daddy's girl ever since. I moved home from Nashville to help mama care for you over your last 4 years on Earth. Even after your passing, I made sure that there was no lint on your suit coat while you were in your casket. You were right all along...I was here to take care of you. I miss you every day & hope to see you again one day. I love you daddy & I know that you'll always be with me! Jessica Pooh
Artemus Flagg
April 12, 2023
Rest in Peace...Dr. Cannon. "Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way" (Booker T. Washington). "Gray skies are just clouds passing over" (Duke Ellington). Respectfully submitted by:
Artemus Flagg, Ph. D. of Charlotte, North Carolina
Artemus Flagg, Ph. D.
April 12, 2022
I am looking at your photo right now, Dr. Cannon. Your legacy lives on!!! "It is only what is written upon the soul of man that will survive the wreck of time" (Francis J. Grimke - Clergyman). Respectfully submitted by: Artemus Flagg, Ph. D. of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Artemus Flagg
April 12, 2021
I thought about you the other day, Dr. Cannon. I have a photo of you in my office and I can look at your picture each day I enter my office. You made a very positive and indelible impact on the people you came in contact with during your life time. You will never be forgotten and your spirit lives on. "Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way" (Booker T. Washington). Respectfully submitted by: Artemus Flagg,
Ph. D. of Charlotte, North Carolina
Robert Waller
April 12, 2020
A person lives on by the memories left behind. Jesse will not be forgotten. He was a very good person. I know the family still misses him. RIP Brother Cannon.
Dr, Cannon, Devoted Wife Maurine, and Precious Children(Andre', Jayson, Jessica, Grandson Dallas)
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Jesse and The Cannon Siblings
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Daddy Jesse Cannon, Jr. -- Jesse's Hero and Role-Model
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Jesse, Wife Mickie, and Sister Almeda at Doc's 60th Bday Red Carpet Celebration
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Precious Sister Pat and Big Brother Jesse-- Bride and "Father " 1st Wedding Dance
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Dr. Jesse Cannon, Jr.-- A Man of God, A Family Man, A Community Leader and Servant, An Extraordinary Physician
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Almeda and Her Hero of a Big Brother Jesse
Almeda Cannon Luster
May 16, 2017
Rhonda Jones
May 11, 2017
Dr. Cannon was a beautiful spirit. Dr. Cannon and My brother married two sisters. He did the Eulogy of my late brother Rickey Taliaferro. He always made me feel welcome no matter where I met him. I just could not stay away from Covington Funeral Home. . I have seen him many healthcare speeches. This is AKA "hot-bone" Rhonda Jones
Debra Dickerson
May 1, 2017
Sending prayers and love your way....from Debra D. and Children
Anna and Sam Taylor
April 26, 2017
Our prayers are with the family. Dr. Cannon took good care of our grandfather Freddie Jeffries. He helped him to live 99.5 years in good health. We would laugh in his office about things our grandfather would say during the visit. Shouting out to our classmates Patricia and Almeda. We pray for peace that passes all understanding in Christ Jesus. The Jeffries Family
April 25, 2017
We met Dr. Jesse J Cannon after moving from Washington, D.C. and during his time looking after our late pastor. Our family also remember Dr. Cannon for his insightful remarks at our Cousin Luvenia Boyd's funeral. He admonished the congregation to be more concerned about their health; especially their "mental health" Dr. Cannon advised us to take vitamins and mineral and eat a healthy diet as well. A very wise man--
You will be missed by many
Prophetess D.A Dickens
Abdul Rashad
April 25, 2017
I am sending my Condolences to Maurine, Brenda my classmate of 1972, and the entire family. I have fun memories of Jesse when he and my brother Larry first went to UTM in 1969. They were roommates and invited me up there one weekend during my junior year in High School. God don't make any mistakes and Jesse was definite a Saint and child of God. May the Lord continue to Bless his wonderful family. Love always, Abdul&Velinda Whitmore-Rashad. AKA. Curtis Watkins
Shirley Elam
April 24, 2017
To the Cannon family, we send our condolences and prayers in passing of Dr. Cannon. He provided health care for our parents and they truly loved him, Isaac & Arnella Elam. I remember momma talking about taking Dr. & Mrs. Cannon sweet potato pies.
Earth has no sorry that Heaven cannot heal. Look to Jesus as you continue to journey this road of life and He will comfort you to let you know it was time for Dr. Cannon to take his rest.
Love,
Dennis & Sharon Greer
April 23, 2017
To the entire Cannon family, especially my lifelong friend and classmate Brenda. Please accept our sympathies, condolences, and prayers upon the passing of Jesse. Our hearts are filled with sorrow, but God has accepted him with open arms in heaven. May his soul rest in peace.
Elbert Johnson
April 23, 2017
Just a moment to offer my sincere condolences. God says that we should rejoice at death and weep at birth, but it is so hard to not fall in love with those that we have shared and they have shared their life, friendship, and love with us and not weep at their going. Dr. Cannon took care of my parents as he did so many others. I thank God for allowing us to have him in our presence for as long as he was, everyone that met him are the richer for it.
Jackie Dancy Kelley
April 22, 2017
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Cannon. I haven't seen him in years, but always enjoyed working with him at Bolivar. I know he will be greatly missed by the many hearts he touched and by his dear family. Almeda so very sorry for your loss.
April 22, 2017
We met Dr. Cannon when I relocated my family from Washington, DC. Race well run. Rest in peace with the Lord. We are here only for a few days. He touched many lives as he travelled on this journey of life. Let's rejoice in knowing this man if only for a short time.
Levi and Yvonne Edmondson
Millington, TN
Dan and Connie Massie
April 22, 2017
Beverly, we are remembering you today. We pray that you find peace and comfort in Him.
Love,
Dan and Connie Massie
Gail Matthews
April 22, 2017
The Doc was not only a brilliant physician but a wonderful Christian man. I'm so thankful I got to work with him for many years & got to know him so well. There was just no one like him when it came to caring for his patients! We have lost an amazing person & I have lost a good friend! He will be greatly missed by all. Prayers & love to is family!
Asanta Brooks
April 21, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family.
Asanta M. Brooks
(Daughter of John Dickerson)
Myra Shaw/Austin
April 21, 2017
Condolences to the Cannon Family.
Mitchell and Pat Billings
April 21, 2017
The most sincere and respected man,
The most humble and dedicated hand.
The most compassionate and special one,
Because he lived for Jesus the son.
He loved his wife and family so dear,
And everyone far and near.
We know he was called for a task,
That eternal destination he worked for in the past.
God continue to Bless and strengthen the family.
Beatrice Mason Mitchell
April 21, 2017
To The Cannon Family, I thank God for you all, because the Cannon family is a good example of a family and how it is to need and know that no matter what your status is in life you can be who you want to be, Dr. Cannon have left a lengend , let us continue the lengend he left The race is not to the swift or the strong but to the one endured to the end, The race is over for Dr. Cannon now, a crown is awaiting him as he have entered into Heavenly rest.To the entire family I know you were Proud of your Brother, I love you all. God Bless you Evangelist Beatrice Mason Mitchell, Richmond, VA.
Mattie Chaffin
April 21, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Jessie. He was a good friend at UTM and even better basketball player in Saturday "pick up" games. He'll always be in my memories.
Kay Henson
April 20, 2017
I am so sorry about Dr. Cannon. I worked with him the whole time at Western. He was a wonderful boss and a wonderful person. He will be missed. Heaven got a angel with Dr. Cannon.
Keith Brim
April 20, 2017
The World has lost a true example of what Kappa Alpha Psi represents.He was a noble
Brother, who excelled in all field of human endeavors.
Dear family just know he will be missed
By his beloved Zeta Kappa chapter of U. T. M.
Joyce Gaines
April 20, 2017
My condolences to you and the family. Although I have not seen Jesse since UTM he was one of my favorite people while attending there
Robert Waller
April 20, 2017
I was truly sorry to hear about the passing of Jesse. I have fund memories of he and his family from days past, when we all attended the Beech Grove Church of Christ. I will most certainly keep the Cannon family in prayer.
Elaine Greer Gardner
April 20, 2017
My prayers and condolences go out to the Cannon family. Jesse and the Cannon family are long-time friends and schoolmates from Douglass School in Stanton through Haywood High School. Jesse was smart, conscientious, funny and just an all-round good guy. He loved the Lord, and we know he now rests peacefully with Him. He will be greatly missed.
April 20, 2017
My most sincerest and heartfelt condolences go out to the immediate and extended family of Dr Jesse J. Cannon, Jr. Longevity isn't guaranteed to any of us but the quality of life is most important. Dr. Cannon excelled in many aspects of life and it is apparent that he went above and beyond as an accomplished physician, community leader, activist, proud family man and a pillar of the community. Do not question...but accept because God doesn't make mistakes. Dr. Cannon was indeed a GENTLEMAN along with being humble and compassionate. Now that Dr. Jesse Cannon, Jr. has crossed the bar (something all of us must do at life's end), we can loose him and let him go. He is now at an Eternal destination where we have yet to arrive. There is a brighter side somewhere and surely Dr. Jesse J. Cannon, Jr. can walk around HEAVEN all day. "Excellence is to do a common thing in an uncommon way" (Booker T. Washington). Respectfully submitted by:
Artemus Flagg, Ph.D., LPC of Charlotte, NC
Vern
April 20, 2017
Time enriches family and family enriches friendship,life, love, joy & happiness. You're in our prayers, Dr. Cannon will always be remembered by many. God Bless and strengthen the family.
The Willis Family
Billy Jones, Sr.
April 20, 2017
He was a good high school classmate. We chatted many times on Facebook. I am deeply sorry to see him go. I would like to take this time to offer my deepest condolences to the family and sincere prayers for Peace, comfort, strength, and endurance at this time of sorrow. may He ever RIP.Thank You Jesse for all you gave us.
Willie B Holmes-Oliver
April 20, 2017
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Cannon Family. Jesse and I were childhood friends. I'm very sad to hear of his passing. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Roger Bowles
April 19, 2017
Maurine, I am truly sorry for your loss. I grew up next door to the Cannon family and even then Jesse was considered one of the special ones among us. You have been blessed to have shared your life with him. May God continue to bless you and your family during the days ahead.
April 19, 2017
Micki from your cousins the entire Tyus family you have our Condolences and our prayers in your time of bereavement. Vern Sales, Toreaser Steele, Ola Tyus, Lousie Tyus Kearney, Mary Tyus Crook,Doris Tyus Owens Sylvia Tyus Mclemore, Curtis Tyus Jr.,Steve Tyus, Nadine Tyus Slayton
The Mason family
April 19, 2017
To the entire Cannon family, our hearts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement.
Mc andMary Cliff
April 19, 2017
Mrs Cannon and Brenda sorry for your loss.My prayers with the family.......Mary Cliff
Larry&Betty Thompson
April 19, 2017
Maurine you and your family are in our prayers.
Joseph Anthony
April 19, 2017
Micki, our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of bereavement. May God give you strength and stamina to endure. He will never forsake us or leave us. Love you, Joseph and Panzy
Karen
April 19, 2017
I know there are many, many similar stories, but Dr. Cannon saved my mom's life years ago. She is gone now, but because he cared and took the time to ask a simple question, and listen, he discovered a heart problem. She had surgery and lived many more quality years. I will forever be grateful. May you, his family, be comforted and may peace be with you.
Sandra Brown-Pitts
April 19, 2017
Condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Cannon..he will be missed..Dr. Cannon was my dads favorite doctor and my brothers classmate...cherish your memories of a great God loving people caring man.
Almeda Cannon Luster
April 19, 2017
My heart is so heavy, but I know that my Big Brother was tired. God has given him eternal rest from all pains and medicines. Jesse has always been my hero, my rock, my spiritual counselor, and my friend. I'm missing him already, but I will understand it better by and by. I will always remember his favorite quote/song: "It is Well With My Soul". Sleep on now my Big Brother, and take your rest.
The Anderson Family
April 19, 2017
To the family, you will be in our prays, and our thoughts. Dr. Cannon touched a lot of hearts. I would like to think the world is a little better because he walked on this earth. God Bless your hearts.
Lois Hyman
April 18, 2017
I enjoyed talking with Dr Cannon when I would take him to work to work on his car. Loved this man dearly. He was such a true gentleman. Prayers for all the family
Deacon James Bass
April 18, 2017
Sorry About your lost, my Condolences to the family of Dr.Jesse Cannon,I know your heart is heavy now(Read Psalms30:5 AND Psalms121:1-8 for comfort)keep your hand in GOD hand I'LL keep YOU'LL IN MY PRAYER ALWAYS
Donna Ladd
April 18, 2017
Love and prayers of comfort to the Cannon family. What a dear person Jesse was !! He will be missed so very much.
Annie Turner Freeman
April 18, 2017
To the Cannon Family :Maurine,I am truly sorry for your loss. You and your family have my sincere condolences.Dr.Cannon was one of the best. He will truly be missed.
Willie&Helen Stewart
April 18, 2017
Maurine at this most difficult time please know that your friends are praying for you, the kids and your entire family.
Jewell Sistrunk
April 18, 2017
To the family, the class of 1969 of Carver High school share your loss. As a childhood and lifetime friend I am so sad. We love him very much. Maurice will greet him with open arms. GOD IS ABLE
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