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Rufus Cannon Obituary
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Mildred S. Cannon, his son Rufus R. Cannon, Jr., his daughter Carole Cannon Broadnax (Johnathan), his grandson Graylyn Broadnax, and his granddaughter Courtney Broadnax. He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Rufus was preceded in death by his parents, David E. and Carrie Cannon, his sisters, Evelyn Hightower, Gwendolyn Moore, and Thelma Hackett; his brothers, Cecil Cannon, and David H. Cannon.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Rufus's name to the Alzheimer's Association.
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Upcoming Events
Mar
4
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Episcopal Church of Our Saviour
1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20903
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsMar
4
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11:00 a.m.
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1700 Powder Mill Road, Silver Spring, MD 20903
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McGuire Funeral Service, Inc.Only 5 days left for delivery to next service.