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Saviour Hedwidge Cannon

1942 - 2020

Saviour Hedwidge Cannon obituary, 1942-2020, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1942

DIED

2020

Saviour Cannon Obituary

Saviour Hedwidge Cannon passed away on May 11, 2020 at the age of 77. He was born on October 16, 1942 to Savior and Eva Cannon in the family house in Killona, Louisiana. He is survived by his loving wife Audrey Cannon of 57 years and his children Dean Cannon (Tamara) and LaToya Cannon- Dansby (Karraz) and 5 grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Savior and Eva Cannon, his beloved daughter Kelly Cannon- Burrell, and four sisters Velma Cannon-Gullage, Fern Cannon-Gullage, Eva Cannon-Singleton, and Jane Cannon- Johnson. Saviour was one of the foundering fathers of Killona Volunteer Fire Department where he served as Fire Chief for 42 years. He was also a Vietnam War Veteran. He worked at Union Carbide for 31 years as a Shipping Technician and Field Marine Shift Supervisor. He was a member of Holy Rosary Church in Hahnville, Louisiana. He will be remembered for his love of fishing and his family. A public viewing will be conducted at Holy Rosary Church in Hahnville, LA on May 19, 2020 from 9:30 AM -10:30 AM followed by a private funeral at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Taft, Louisiana.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 17 to May 19, 2020.

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Kj Dansby

June 26, 2025

Your memories will always be carried with me papa

Trina Douglas

May 11, 2023

I often think about you, Chief! You were such an inspiration to me and many others. KVFD is definitely not the same without you. I will forever remember all you taught me and I am grateful for all of memories I have of you as a Great leader! May you rest in peace and may God continue to BLESS your family.
Trina Douglas

Jim & Jayne Tate

May 23, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Florence Brumfield

May 23, 2020

Although we know that no words can ease the loss you feel, just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carver Class of 1960

May 23, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Eureka

May 21, 2020

On behalf of The Triggs Family I would like to extend our condolences to the Cannon Family. R.I.P. Mr.Saviour

Marlon Smith

May 20, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Trina

May 19, 2020

My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Audrey and her family. Chief Cannon was a fine man and a dear friend to me. He shared many great years with him in KVFD under his great leadership and I am praying for praying for Chiefs family. Youre all in my thoughts.

Jarvis Morgan

May 19, 2020

Condolences to the Cannon Family. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Love from the Morgan Family.

Rodney Woods

May 19, 2020

Prayers and sympathy for the family.

John Schonberg

May 18, 2020

Always liked that great Smile and Can do attitude he had. It was a pleasure to know and work with him. I will remember him and his family in my prayers. Cressend

BARRY WHITE

May 18, 2020

To Audrey and the family, you have my sincerest condolences and prayers for your strength during this time in your lives. I was the ring bearer in Saviour and Audrey's wedding. Your memories of him will sustain you until you meet again. Love to you all.

Marilyn

May 18, 2020

To Latoya Dansby and all of the family, my prayers are with you. May God comfort your heart as only He can. Cherish the beautiful memories! Love to the family.

Trina Johnson

May 18, 2020

Prayers for the family in your time of sorrow.

Tanzer

May 18, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the Cannon family. Mrs. Audrey you're in my prayers.

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May

19

Viewing

9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Holy Rosary Church

Hahnville, LA

May

19

Funeral

11:00 a.m.

Holy Rosary Church

Hahnville, LA

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