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Joe McCannon Obituary
A lifelong resident of Oglethorpe County, he was the son of Dan and Thelma Lowe Wilson of Colbert. He was retired from the University of Georgia and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by his brother, Russell McCannon and grandmother, Nell Lowe.
Graveside services will be Thursday, September 18, 2003, at 2:00 PM at Crawford Cemetery.
Survivors in addition to his parents include his grandfather, Pearl Lowe; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at the funeral home.
Lord and Stephens, EAST, is in charge of arrangements.
Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at www.onlineathens.com.
Athens Banner-Herald, Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2003
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Herschel and Gail Nix Stevens
September 18, 2003
We are very sorry for your loss and will continue to have you in our prayers. I worked with Joe at the university. My parents were Wade and Helen Stevens and my in-laws are Evelyn Nix and the late Ed Nix.
Barbara Lowe
September 18, 2003
Thelma and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be for you during this sad day.
Jim & Gail Meadow
September 17, 2003
Remember that your loss is shared by many friends who care and that you're in our thoughts and prayers.
God be with you.
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