Mr. Henry Cannon Jr.

Born on July 5, 1943, Henry Cannon, Jr, was the sixth child of Henry and Eva Cannon of Braxton, MS. Henry grew up in a household full of love, fun, and laughter among his nine siblings. He accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was baptized at Jerusalem M.B. Church, where he remained an active member throughout his life; serving as an usher, in the choir, and in the Brotherhood/Laymen. Henry attended Mt. Olive Elementary School; matriculated to McLaurin High School, Florence, MS, where he graduated in 1962. After graduation from high school, Henry attended Piney Woods Junior College and went on to complete two years of college at Utica Junior College, known now as Hinds Community College. He also took several courses at Baptist Seminary in Jackson, MS. Henry responded to the call to serve his country by enlisting in the U.S. Air Force on December 30, 1964. He served faithfully, attaining the rank of Sergeant. He also served two years in the Reserve before retiring from the Military on December 29, 1970. During his time in the Air Force, he received the Good Conduct Metal and the National Defense Service Metal. On May 17, 1968, Henry was united in marriage to Rodella Berry of Florence, MS. Henry and Rodella established their home in Jackson, MS where they raised their four children: Eva, Cindy, Jason, and Patrick. In 2016, Henry retired as a nursing assistant at the VA after 35 years of service. On numerous occasions he was recognized as the Employee of the Month. Henry was compassionate and dependable. He loved his family. His children all agreed that his favorite thing was 'spending time with family.' He also loved attending weekly Bible study as well as the bi-weekly, (conference call), prayer time with his brothers. Henry was a frequent visitor to those who were sick or shut-in. Among his favorite songs was Amazing Grace. He also had a humorous side, and enjoyed a good joke. Henry will be greatly missed by family and friends. He leaves behind, his wife: Bishop Rodella Cannon; his children: Eva D. Sandifer, Atlanta, GA; Cindy R. Cannon, Jackson, MS; Pastor Henry Jason Cannon (Malinda), Madison, MS; and Patrick L. Cannon, Jackson, MS; ten grandchildren and one great-grandchild; his siblings: Doris Smith, Jackson, MS; Henrene Davis, Memphis, TN; Faye E. Smith, Braxton, MS; Evelyn Njoroge (Samuel), Braxton, MS; Terry Cannon (Caroline), Braxton, MS; and Marvin J. Cannon, Atlanta, GA; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." II Timothy 4:7-8

Mr. Henry Cannon Jr.

July 5, 1943 - April 12, 2021