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GAVIN CANNON Obituary
Gavin J. Cannon, age 23, of Glenshaw suddenly on Wednesday, January 22, 2020. Beloved son of Deborah and Kelly Cannon; loving brother of Jessica, Meghan, and Tyler Cannon; dear grandson of Rita and the late Patrick Bigley and the late James and Mary Regina Cannon; also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Gavin will be loved, mourned, and remembered always by all who knew him. Friends will be received on Sunday from 1 to 8 p.m. at the BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 1500 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Glenshaw, on Monday at 10 a.m. Donations may be made in Gavin's name to Blessed Trinity Academy formerly the St. Mary's School: 2510 Middle Road, Glenshaw, PA 15116
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January 27, 2020
Deb, I am so so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Gavin. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dora Mariani
Amy Vasil
January 27, 2020
Dear Cannon Family,
I'm heartbroken to hear of the loss of your son Gavin. You don't know me but I'm a Mom & I teach at Blessed Trinity. Please know that I have been saying many prayers & will keep praying for Gavin & Your Family.
God Bless All of You!
Suzanne Kasenic
January 26, 2020
May the thoughts and caring of all who love Gavin and your family surround you and hold you up
Ken, Joyce, Matt & Nate Hyre
January 26, 2020
Dear Kelly, Debbie & Family,
We are thinking of you with heavy hearts and pray that caring thoughts comfort you at this difficult time. May happy memories of Gavin bring you peace and strength in the days ahead. We will fondly remember Gavin from the fun times we had during AAU basketball.
With deep and heartfelt sympathy,
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The Mulcahys
January 26, 2020
Dear Kelly, Deb, Jessica, Meghan, and Tyler. We, the Mulcahys, send our deepest sympathy and condolences for your losing your son/brother.
May your family, friends, and your faith give you strength during this time. You all will be in our thoughts and will be praying for you.
Michelle Librich-Gabriel
January 26, 2020
Debbie and Family......
I am sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin Artz
January 26, 2020
Deb, I have no words to say how sorry I am for you and your family. My heart aches for all of you. I pray for peace and comfort for you.
January 25, 2020
Dear Kelly, Debbie, Jessica, Meghan, and Tyler: my heart is heavy for you right now as you journey through this loss. As a former principal of St. Mary School, I fondly remember Gavin as an outstanding student and athlete, a good-hearted and respectful young man. My prayer is that God will embrace you with love and strength today and in the days to come. God bless!
Ms. Pilarski
Leasa McGill
January 25, 2020
Deb, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you celebrate Gavin's life. May you all lean on each other and feel the love of all your friends. May Gavin rest in eternal peace
Liz Stehle
January 25, 2020
Dear Deb and family,
May the love of family and friends help you during this time of grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Liz and Rick Stehle
Lisa Harby
January 25, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember fondly Gavin playing with my son Chris & friend Billy when you lived in your townhouse. I cannot fathom your pain & pray for you & your family.
Julie Mikus
January 25, 2020
I don't know you, but I am sending prayers as you navigate this devastating loss. God is near to the broken hearted. May he hold you and strengthen you.
January 25, 2020
We don't know your family, but we offer our sincerest sympathy. We will remember your family and your boy in our prayers!
Maura's family
Janet Tracy
January 24, 2020
So very sorry for The Cannon family. My prayers go out to you all. Through your faith you will get thru this difficult time!!
Jennifer Korenich-Haley
January 24, 2020
Kelly ,Debbie and family. Our condolences to you. Our hearts are breaking / we will always remember Gavin from when he was a baby and my mom watched him to when he was a student of mine at St. Mary's School and was proud to say in-front of our class that He and I were cousins. We are praying for you all during this sad time. If you need anything - we are here for you. Much love.
Matt, Melinda & Makenzie Heintzinger
January 24, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gavin's family especially his mother and father and all of his siblings... My daughter spent her elementary years as a classmate to Meghan... I can only hope that peace can come to you at some point and you all are able to cherish the happiest of memories for years to come...
January 24, 2020
We remember Gavin playing quarterback and Jeremy being his center for St. Mary's Condors. Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you. Greg, Melissa, Jeremy & Emma Schmitt
January 24, 2020
Deb, Kelly and Family- My heart goes out to all of you. I am so sorry for the loss you are all suffering. Prayers are with you all.
Deb Shane and Family
Edward Ganster
January 24, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Kate (Vaughan) Morgan
January 24, 2020
I am so extremely sorry for your loss. May God give you the strength you need to get through this most difficult time, and in the future.
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