Lorraine A. Cannon

Lorraine A. Cannon, age 77, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at her home with her family by her side.

Lorraine was born in Wilmington, daughter of the late Joseph and Helena Kaminski. Lorraine graduated from Wilmington High School in 1962. She received her associate’s degree from the Hagerstown Medical Institute.

Lorraine was a top lab technician for Greeley Orthodontists. She predominately was a homemaker, making a wonderful home for her husband, her 3 sons, 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Lorraine spent over 10 years performing childcare out of her home.

Lorraine was very active in her church, Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, where she was a Eucharistic minister, volunteered in the Outreach program, Bereavement Committee and spent over 10 years as a CRE/CCD teacher. She was a lifetime member of the Hall-Burke VFW Post 5447 and a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Moose Lodge 847.

In addition to her family and her volunteering, Lorraine enjoyed ceramics and calligraphy. Lorraine most enjoyed her time spent riding over 100K miles throughout the US and Canada on their motorcycle as a co-pilot for her husband.

Lorraine is survived by her husband of 57 years, Robert, her sons, Bob Cannon (Wendy) of Colorado Springs, CO, Michael Cannon (Meredith) of Ponte Vedra, FL and Marc Cannon (Karen Feeney) of Wilmington, DE, her grandchildren, Lee Cannon (Christine Ferrini), Sean Cannon, Danielle Johnson (Braden), Kylie Kidd, Lauriana Cannon, Brooke Cannon and Tricia Cannon, her great-grandchildren, Emelia and Octavia, and her sister Jodie Kronsberg (Barry) of Boynton Beach, FL.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4701 Weldin Rd., Wilmington, DE 19803. A Visitation will be held prior to the mass from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lorraine’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memorial Giving, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org/give/memorials-and-dedications.html?sc_icid=wtg-mm-memorial-giving.

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Margie and Bill Schwartz lit a candle and writes,

Our condolences to the Cannon family. Lorraine was a wonderful person. She was such a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. We were lucky to have her as our neighbor and friend for many years. I will miss her laugh. RIP sweet Lorraine. Margie and Bill

11/22/2021 08:59 pm

Carol Dixon lit a candle and writes,

Sorry for your loss Robert and family, I am Mary Bowman's granddaughter Carol Ann.

11/23/2021 01:25 pm

Cathy Hedrick Jellenik lit a candle and writes,

Dear Uncle Bob and family, Thinking of you, and sending love! Cathy Hedrick Jellenik (along with Glenn, Nathaniel, and Isaiah)

11/24/2021 07:26 am

Paul W Sherwood writes,

Bob & Family, We are sorry to here of your loss of Lorraine. We took care of eyeglass needs for you both for many years. It was always enjoyable to talk with you both about your travels on your motorcycle. Hopefully your memories will bring a smile. Paul & Debbie Sherwood

11/28/2021 07:35 am

Mitzi Adams and Doug Berg lit a candle and writes,

Bob and Family, Sorry to hear of Lorraine's passing. Deepest sympathies go out the the family! She is certainly an angel in Heaven Lending a hans like she always done on earth! God Bless!

11/28/2021 11:35 am

Dan and Mary Lou Edgar lit a candle and writes,

Lorraine and Bob are godparents to our daughter, Katie. Although we lost contact over the years we will never forget Lorraine's devotion to Katie when she cared for her early in her life. That was Lorraine -- a heart full of love! We send our condolences to Bob and their boys -- such a beautiful family. She is now a beautiful angel! Love, Dan and Mary Lou

11/28/2021 02:36 pm

Jodie Kronsberg lit a candle and writes,

My sister, what wonderful memories I have of my sister from childhood to adulthood. I will miss our phone calls catching up on family and friends! You are now an Angel and at peace. Love you and God Bless, Your Sister

11/29/2021 10:21 am

The Triepke Family writes,

I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

11/29/2021 01:45 pm

Jerry & Kim Marley lit a candle and writes,

Bob and Family, Lorrain was a wonderful lady and will be missed by all. We are lucky to have known her and our condolences to you and your family.

11/30/2021 10:14 am

The Beaulieu Family writes,

We are greatly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go to you.

11/30/2021 10:17 am

Charles Whealton writes,

Mr. Cannon, Rob, Mike, and Marc, We lived next to each other in Fairfax. It was only at random that I happened to see Mrs. Cannon's write-up here. I wanted to tell you all how sorry I am. You were always very nice people and great neighbors. Again, I'm really sorry.

12/23/2021 10:56 pm

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