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Darrell Cannon Obituary
1935-2025
Sonora, CA- Darrell Garff Cannon, 90, of Sonora, California, passed away on May 25, 2025, following a fall at his home.
Born in Salt Lake City on March 22, 1935, he was the second of six children to Ina T. Garff and Julian S. Cannon. After graduating from South High School in 1953, he attended BYU and the University of Utah before enlisting in the U.S. Army. After serving two years in Germany, he went to work for Wasatch Electric and obtained his Journeyman Electrician license.
In 1957, Darrell married Sharon Rowley, and they had one child, Jeni. They later divorced. In 1965, he married Kathleen Malmborg, and they had two children, Scott and Sharleen.
He was a proud member of IBEW Local 354 since 1957. He worked on many industrial power projects throughout Utah and neighboring states. At the height of his career, he held management positions overseeing the construction of the Huntington and Hunter Power Plants in Emery County.
Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, brother Leigh, and brothers-in-law Reed Crapo and Larry Mantle. He is survived by his wife Kathleen; children, Jeni (Don) Peterson, Scott (Kim), Sharleen (Dutch) Haarsma; grandchildren, Alan Davis, Myles and Christian Haarsma, Jonathan and Katie Cannon; great-grandson Roman Davis; sisters, Marilyn Crapo, Shawna Mantle, Julie Cannon; and brother Garff (Kim) Cannon.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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A Grateful Citizen
July 13, 2025
Thank You for your Service,Sir.
Chrisie S. Klapakis
June 28, 2025
I will always have such fun and fond thoughts about "Sparky". I was fortunate to meet him while we both worked at the construction of the Huntington Power Plant. He was like the big Brother that always watched over me. -even though I continually teased him about cramming himself into a tiny car, amusing to watch! He was like a gentle giant, with a kind and thoughtful heart, along with a sense of humor.
He took time to answer my questions and show me drafting charts to explain the construction process and how all the different trades were involved.
It was such a pleasure to work with him and become friends
Jeni
June 28, 2025
My dad was a mountain among men. He was big and strong and his sense of duty was unmatched. Family was always first and we all knew how much we were loved. We will forever miss you and your big heart. Love you with all my heart.
Rosie Merback
June 27, 2025
As a young cousin of Darrell, I remember thinking he was the most handsome man I had ever seen! Darrell was a most accomplished electrician and man!
I am hoping I can make it to his celebration of life.. thanks Kathy!
Cousin Rosie Garff Merback; Las Vegas
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