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MICHAEL CANNOVA Obituary

Michael J. Cannova, 74, Leawood, Kan., passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2010, at his home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, Dec. 10, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11822 Holmes Rd., Kansas City, MO 64131. Entombment will follow in Mt. Olivet Mausoleum. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, at St. Thomas More Church, where the Rosary will be prayed at 7 p.m. Michael was born March 9, 1936, in Kansas City to Sam and Clara (Rima) Cannova. He was an entrepreneur in many businesses, but retired from Express Cleaners - a fire restoration company. He was active at St. Thomas More Parish, especially the St. Joseph Table, served as president of the Camporeale Society, and was a member of the Greater Kansas City Chapter of UNICO and the Rumbala Club. He was a U.S. Navy veteran. Michael was preceded in death by his parents; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mike and Lena (Russo) Accurso. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Catherine Cannova; daughters and sons-in-law, Carmela and Larry Meyer, Carolyn and Kevin Kirk; grandchildren, Michael and Samuel Kirk; brothers and sisters-in-law, Joe and Rosalie Cannova, Carl and Tommie Ann Cannova; brothers-in-law and sister-in- law, Walter Accurso, Frank and Rosa Accurso; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. The family offers a special thank you to the staff of Odyssey Hospice for the care given to Mike. Pallbearers: Joe Accurso, Michael Accurso, David Belpedio, Michael Brocato, Sal Cannova, Tom Davis, Joseph Paris, Steve Vick. Honorary Pallbearers: Tony Accurso, Vince Accurso, Walter Accurso, Bob Atchity, Sam Lombardo, Charlie Saladino, Vince Totta. Passantino Bros. Funeral Home & Cremations. Family Owned. 2117 Independence Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64124. (816) 471-2844

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Published by Kansas City Star on Dec. 9, 2010.

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February 12, 2011

Catherine Ann and Family sorry to hear about Mike.Prayers from all of us. Joe and Florence son
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Barbara Schrader

December 14, 2010

Clara: I just came across your dad's notice on line. Know that our prayers are with all of you as you journey this road of goodbye. May you be graced with special memories of Mike and dad and experience his presence in a new way. He always made me laugh. Take care and email me sometime to get caught up [email protected].

Barbara Schrader

December 11, 2010

So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We were great friends in the 50's. I went to Glennon High and he was at Northeast. I was a great friend to his cousin Jo Ann Cannova. My condolences to the family Carol Jo DeMaria Wall























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NORTHEAST HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOC.

December 9, 2010

PRAYERS AND CONCERN FOR FAMILY MEMBERS DURING THEIR TIME OF SORROW.

Gary & Lee Donnici

December 9, 2010

Cathy, Joe & Rosalee, Carl & Tommy Ann, and the Canova Family. Lee and I are so sorry to hear about Mike. Your families and the Canova family have been loving friends as long as I can remember. Mike was always the life of the party in any room he entered. Our prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Gary and Lee Donnici

December 9, 2010

Cathy and family: My prayers and sympathy are will all of you. God bless. Sara and Carl Pittala (NO. KC MO)

Cheryl & David Aufdemberge

December 9, 2010

We first met Carmela's dad at her wedding to Larry Meyer and were impressed by how welcomed he made us feel. Our hearts go out to you in this most difficult time. We love you and are here for you.

Theresa Reyna (Allen

December 9, 2010

Mrs. Cannova, Clara and Carolyn - I'm so sorry for your loss. I was so shocked when my mom called to tell me. Please know that Mr. Cannova, along with you and your family, will be in my prayers.

December 9, 2010

Carl,Tommie Ann,and the Cannova family:
So sorry to hear about Mike's passing,our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Take care and God bless you all.
Joe and Cathy DiGirolamo
Naples,Fl.

Nina Faucheux

December 9, 2010

Cathy and family,
Mike will always be remember as the light and joy of any room he entered. He added smiles to a lot of faces and hearts. We will keep all of you
in our prayers and thoughts.
Paul and Nina

Mike and Donna Kushlan

December 9, 2010

Mike and Donna want to wish all of you Gods Love, Blessings, and Comfort at this hard time. He was a good man.
Love Donna

Diane Bland

December 9, 2010

My thoughts and prayers for the family. May God bless all of you in this difficult time.

BIll & Toni Meynier

December 9, 2010

Cathy, Carmela, Carol, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Michael was a happy, fun loving, family man who will be greatly missed. Take care of each other.

NEW YEAR'S 2009/2010

Angie DiFidi

December 9, 2010

Cathy and family - I will always remember Mike's great smile and how happy and enthusiatic he was with helping at the St. Joseph's Table at St. Thomas More. Our nickname for him was "Mr. Cannoli" for obvious reasons. I am also very happy that you and Mike joined in our New Year's week at Anna Marie Island, FL last New Year's. Keep all your memories in your heart and mind - Love you and Mike - Angie DiFidi

Ginger & Dan Brown

December 9, 2010

Cathrine and family,
Dan & I were so stunned to hear of Mike's passing. There are not enough words to say how sad we are. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
"May God keep you in the palms of His hands"

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