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Jerry Cannon Obituary

Jerry Cannon

November 13, 1932 - November 21, 2025

Jerry Cannon, 93, passed away peacefully at home in Westminster, CA, on November 21, 2025.

A Yuma native and ASU graduate, Jerry served as a U.S. Air Force pilot before earning a Stanford MBA. He enjoyed a distinguished career in finance and mortgage banking.

Jerry was married to his beloved wife, Jeanne, for 55 years. He was a devoted father to Julie, Jennifer, and Jonathan, and a soccer enthusiast who played into his nineties.

He is survived by a sister, his three children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

For a full obituary and to share memories, please visit www.heritage-dildaymermorialservices.com

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To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Yuma Sun on Feb. 8, 2026.

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