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Donald Cannon Obituary
SHELBY-Donald "Shotgun" W. Cannon, age 81, died Monday, June 12, 2017, at his home. Born July 21, 1935, he was the son of the late R.C. Cannon and wife Essie Burgess Cannon. He enjoyed NASCAR racing and Atlanta Braves baseball. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his daughter Tina Brille, a step-son, Donny Spurlin, and one sister, Mavis Jones.
Donald is survived by his wife of 31 years Betty Cannon, three daughters; Lisa Smart and husband Dennis of Ellenboro, Donna Flynn and husband Mike of Cliffside, and Rita Smith of Caroleen. Two step-daughters, Robin Thomas and husband Bo of North Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Sue Garrett of Shelby, as well as four step-sons; Russel Spurlin, Scott Spurlin and wife Angela, Steve Spurlin and wife Trudy all of Shelby and Chris Spurlin of North Myrtle Beach, S.C.; one sister, Nadina Scruggs and one brother Grady Cannon and wife Bonnie all of Forest City, and many, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to Hospice Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150.
Online condolences may be made at www.cecilmburtonfuneralhome.com.
Cecil M. Burton Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Cannon.
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Barbara Peeples
June 15, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you and your family that GOD gives you peace and strength during this time.
Peggy Brown
June 14, 2017
So sorry everyone for your loss . My family thought so much of home. Hugs to each of you . RIP Don. Peggy Blanton Brown
Canada
Lisa Moore Waters
June 13, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.
Rita Smith
June 13, 2017
I love you Daddy, You will never be forgotten.... I Thank God for you, and how you raised us... We will walk hand hand one day.. Spread your wings and fly high, because all of us kids here will forever love you...
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