Sad News: Michael Cannon Passes Away.

I received the sad news from Gerard this morning.

Here are the messages that have since come in.

From his son Gerard:

Dad passed away peacefully in Clatterbridge Hospital on September 17 surrounded by loved ones. He was filled with love and pride for his entire family particularly his granchildren, sons, brothers and sisters and, of course, his mum, dad and aunty Kitty Burke .

He was able to retain his sense of humour and dignity until the very end. In fact, he was still making us laugh until practically the last moment, something that summed up his huge character and provided us with a cherished memory.

Although we have no dates as yet the service will be held in Saint Monica's Bootle followed by the burial at Ford cemetry. Finally, we will all get together at Bootle Cricket Club in Wadham Road to celebrate a great life.

Gerard

From his niece Catherine
Michael Cannon passed away very peacefully yesterday evening. Michael has been in ill health for some time and was admitted to Fazakerley hospital before being transferred to Clatterbridge just under three weeks ago. He left us at around 6.30pm and went very peacefully surrounded by his family and supported by their love and prayers. He was deeply grateful for the many prayers that were offered up on his behalf throughout his illness and the excellent care given to him by hospital/nursing staff over the years. Despite having a long battle with ill health Michael remained in good spirits, retaining his very dry sense of humour and keeping visitors entertained with his stories.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his sons Gerard, Austin, Francis, Martin and Michael and his nine grandchildren. Michael was the eldest son of Molly and Frank (RIP) and a much loved brother to Marie, Kitty, Robbie and our dear Francis (RIP). To the extended Murphy family Michael will also be fondly remembered as the oldest "Murphy" cousin, the first grandchild of Michael and Mary Murphy.

I will forward details of the funeral arrangements when available.

God bless,

Catherine

From Cousin Cormac

God Bless You Michael - Our prayers go out to you and all your family.

You were a great friend and help to my father and always there for him during his difficult times. You were his favourite nephew.

May You Rest in Peace.

xxx

From Cousin Jim Herlihy

Dear Gerard: So sorry to learn of your father's passing. We all have fond memories of him and your family from October 1963. My Mother was especially fond of Michael as her first nephew ! When he visited my parents in Manhattan in the early 1950s he was the first member of her family she had seen since leaving England in 1948 ! She was homesick and Michael brought a little bit of England and home to her. We will miss him. Our warmest thoughts and hopes for you and your family. Jim

From Cousin Patrick Herlihy

Condolences to the Cannon family.God bless Michael, you were a blessing to many. Fond memories.Your cousin, Patrick.

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