David D. Cannon, 86 of Oneida passed away peacefully Monday morning November 10, 2008. He was born August 28, 1922 to the late Cecil and Sophia (Doxtator) Cannon. Dave retired from the Oneida Tribe. He was a veteran of WWII, having served in Normandy, Northern France and the Rhineland; Dave was also awarded numerous Ribbons and Medals, one being the Purple Heart. He was a charter member of the Oneida VFW. David enjoyed feeding the birds, going out to eat and visiting with family and friends when he was able.
Numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great great nieces and nephews, as well as many relatives and friends survive Dave.
Dave was preceded in death by his brothers; Howard Sr. (Faun) Cannon, Joseph (Pearl) Cannon, his nephews; Howard Cannon Jr., Robert Cannon, Shawn Cannon, his great nephew; Quincy Cannon, great great nephew Samuel Cannon Jr. and his special companion Boots.
Friends may call at the RYAN FUNERAL HOME 305 N. Tenth Street De Pere from 6 8pm Thursday. The Oneida Hymn Singers will sing at 6:30pm followed by a parish prayer service at 7pm. Visitation will continue after 9:30am Friday at Holy Apostles Episcopal Church until the Celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30am with Rev. Kristina Henning and Deacon Edmund Powless officiating burial in the parish cemetery. Full military rites to follow the service. Please go to www.ryanfh.com to send online condolences to the family.