Gary Lynn Cannon was born on January 14, 1951 in Wilson, OK, the son of Jimmy Cannon and Betty (Tate) Cannon.  He passed from this life on January 26, 2023 in Hugo, OK at the age of 72.  Gary married Janet (Seale) Cannon on October 11, 1974 in Walled Lake, Michigan.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Betty Cannon; and his brother, Dennis Cannon.

Gary was the ultimate sportsman.  He loved football, hunting, and fishing.  It was his life.  Gary also enjoyed a good gospel singing and preaching, and didn't mind traveling hours for it.  He loved his family, especially his grandchildren, and he was so proud of them all.  Above all, Gary was a Christian, "and nothing else matters."

Gary is survived by his wife, Janet Cannon of Hugo, OK; son, Blake Cannon and wife Carrie of Skiatook , OK; daughters, Linda Byrd and husband Leighton of Hugo, OK, and Monica Moffitt and husband John of Hugo, OK; grandchildren, Addison Byrd, Peyton Byrd, Ashia Jordan, Jaxon Moffitt, Presley Moffitt, Jacob Cannon, Elijah Cannon, and Aubrey Cannon; special family friend, Dr. Mike Irvin; along with a host of other relatives and friends.