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Delphine Cannon Obituary

Cannon, Delphine M. (née Bruckwick ) Entered into the fullness of eternal life on March 30, 2016. Delphine lived her 89 years in style with a smile and celebrated her 90th birthday last Saturday when she realized she might be unable to attend the planned party she eagerly anticipated. Delphine was born in Shorewood and attended St. Robert, Holy Angels, Clark College and graduated from Marquette University. She started a career in advertising at a time when few women worked outside the home, but gave up that career to marry attorney John E. Cannon and raise seven rambunctious children. Delphine made a point of attending important events in her grandchildren's lives; and since those grandkids were scattered from the East to West to South Coasts, she did a lot of traveling. She loved art, theater, books, people, manners and mothering; and was respectful and tolerant of those who did not share her own strong opinions. Delphine's love of art and design led to her business, Table Setter Antiques, and to her volunteer service to Villa Terrace, first as a docent and then later as a board member. All who knew her marveled at her independence and ability to surmount obstacles, particularly during the last four years as her vision failed and she continued to enjoy an active social life. Delphine was predeceased by her parents Valerie and Frank Bruckwick, her brothers Dick and Jim and her beloved husband John. She is survived by her loving sister Radiann Tyson (Fred M.); her dear sisters-in-law Carol Cannon (David J. Cannon) Olive Cannon (Robert Cannon) and Eleanor Cavanaugh; children Monica (Bill Rowan), Christopher (Anne Libbin), Patrick (Eileen), Andrew, David, Peter (Jaclyn) and Clare (Larry Fox); grandchildren Arlo (Ashley), Evan (Camila), Elena (Aaron), Abby, Becky (Aaron), Derek, Tyler, Megan, Jack, Aidan and Anna; great grandchildren Olivia, Phineas, Cannon, Serena and Aviva; nephews, nieces, and numerous other relatives; and all she touched in her journey. May we honor her memory. Visitation will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2016, from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM, at St. Robert's Catholic Church, corner of E. Capitol and N. Farwell. Remembrances of Delphine will be shared at 11:15 AM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM. Interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Milwaukee.In lieu of flowers, memorials in Delphine's name to St. Robert's Parish and Friends of Villa Terrace (FOVT), are greatly appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Apr. 1, 2016.

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July 5, 2019

Hello Aunt Del, I wanted to let you know that I love and miss you. ❤ Ty

April 19, 2016

My condolences on the passing of your dear mother, and grandmother, Delphine.

As the priest chaplain at Columbia St. Mary's hospital for 12 years, 1998-2000, I got to know her through her coming to Mass, in the chapels, alone or with a number of good friends. She was a remarkably faithful Catholic Christian, who always had a smile and a good word.

May she rest in peace, and, may you cherish those many wonderful memories.

Peace,

Fr. Eugene Pcoernich

April 4, 2016

Our condolences and prayers to the entire Cannon family..
Pat and Kathleen Carmody Eardley.

Elisa Castellon

April 4, 2016

Delphine was one of those people we feel so grateful to have met in life. I knew Delphine from my work with the Sunday morning Villa Terrace Cafe from its inception through to 2009 and as a co-member of the Board of the Friends of VT. Delphine had a sharp mine and the ability to express opinions in an honest, kind and humorous way. I never meet the Cannon offspring but I had an eye into that home from Delphine's little stories and observations. We live in Spain much of the time now and last enjoyed dinner together the summer of 2015, a great time as always. My husband, Ric Birch, joins me in our condolences to the Cannon family.

April 3, 2016

I cannot say enough about your mother. She was present in our lives for over fifty years; first, as a friend to my mother Anne McGee Shaughnessy, then, to my stepmother Genevieve Hayes Shaughnessy. Please carry on her traditions of warmth and compassion, and know that we all valued the friendship and love she shared. My best, Mary Jo Shaughnessy Murphy

Rob Jennings

April 3, 2016

Best wishes and Good Vibes to Chris and the entire Cannon family on the loss of a truly great woman. Delphine was a wise, smart, sophisticated person who commanded respect not by power or force but by decency and acumen. She raised a wonderful family and leaves and indelible mark on her community and on the people who were lucky enough to know her personally. I know all of us will miss her bright presence.

April 3, 2016

I am so sorry I was unable to attend today but I want to extend my deepest condolences to Monica and the entire Cannon family. I spent some very nice times with Mrs.Cannon while in the company of my Mother who considered her one of her dearest friends. She was a great lady.I'm so sorry for your great loss.

Nancy Lynch Aldrich

The Maddens

April 2, 2016

Condolences to the Cannon Family on the loss of your wonderful mother. I can remember many fond memories walking back and fourth to school and stopping at the Cannon house,to meet up with Peter and a smiling Mrs Cannon always there to greet you and remind you that we were already late for school. Sorry we were unable to attend, we are down in Florida. My Father, sends his condolences and says Saturday mass at ST Roberts, just wont be the same. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob & Karen Dean

April 2, 2016

We are sorry that we are unable to join you (we're in Australia) to celebrate your mother's fruitful life.

April 2, 2016

Delphine was a dear, long time friend. Strong and forthright, yet always gracious and mindful of the feelings of others, she was an amazing woman, an inspiration and role model, and she will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to the Cannon Family. Marilyn Giaimo

Paul Bourgeois

April 2, 2016

Condolences to the Cannon family, went to St. Bob's with Clare, Pete was a few years up, your mom was always around the school, those were good days.She was always a kind soul. Thinking of all of you.

James Lenahan

April 1, 2016

Condolences to the Cannon Family on the loss of Delphine. A wonderful lady for sure. Thoughts and prayers are with you
Jim and Julie Lenahan

April 1, 2016

I would like to extend my condolences to the Family. May the God of tender mercies and of all comfort be with you during this time of grief and sorrow.

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Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

St. Robert's Catholic Church

corner of E. Capitol and N. Farwell, WI 53211

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Celebration of Life

11:15 a.m.

St. Robert's Catholic Church

corner of E. Capitol and N. Farwell, WI 53211

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:30 a.m.

St. Robert's Catholic Church

corner of E. Capitol and N. Farwell, WI 53211

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Interment

Calvary Cemetery

Milwaukee, WI 53211

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