Steven Ronny Canaday

1953 - 2026

Steven Ronny Canaday of St. George, Georgia, born Sept. 25, 1953, in Folkston, Georgia, passed away Jan. 21, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida after a lengthy illness. Steven was born to the late Joseph and Elender Canaday.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Belinda Canaday; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Junior Knox and Gertrude Knox; father-in-law, Troy Maddox; brothers-in-law, Lannis Maddox, Mitchell Smith, Donald, Gerald, David, and Gene Knox; two nephews, Scott Strickland and Eric Johns; and a great-niece, Ella Nancy Brock.
Steven worked for the State of Florida for 35 years. He was an avid hunter who loved the outdoors. He loved NASCAR and being at the racetrack. But most importantly, Steven loved his wife of 49 years and his family. His grandchildren were his most prized possession.
He is survived by his wife, Betty Ladell Canaday; daughter, Stephanie Canaday (Buddy Howard); granddaughter, Halynn Howard; two grandsons, Holden and Hampton Howard; a brother, Donnie (Wanda) Canaday; sisters-in-law, Brenda Johnson, Sabrina (Abe) Flowers, Pam Smith (Nick Wayson), Ladonna Maddox, Nelda (Robert) Manning, Ann (Dennis) Horne, Trisha (Alton) Trouille, and Diane Knox; brothers-in law, Wayne (Gail) Knox, Ricky Knox, Earl (Trina) Knox, and Joe (Bonnie) Knox; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
A service was held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at St. George Church of God with Pastor Ricky Knox and Pastor Grady Albritton officiating. Burial followed in Conner-Green Cemetery. The family received friends one hour prior to the service. Pallbearers were the Buckhorn Hunting Club members. Honorary pallbearers were Ronnie Powell, Mason Pair, Dakota Spivey and Clint Stivenver.
Condolences may be expressed by signing the guest registry at www.shepardrobersonfh.com. Shepard-Roberson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Canaday family.