Geraldine Cannon, loving mother

Geraldine ‘Gerry’ Theresa Cannon, 99, of Greenwood, died at Country Rest Home in Greenwood Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025.  

Born in Bridgeville, Sept. 5, 1926, she was the daughter of the late John B. and Mary Mireider Fiori. Gerry attended and graduated from Bridgeville High School as salutatorian in 1944. She worked at various places until 1946, when she married Alfred (Tyson) Cannon. They made their home in Greenwood, where they raised their family.

Gerry had many activities to keep her busy. She was a member of Ladies of the Moose (Harrington Lodge) and Greenwood VFW Auxiliary, delivered Meals on Wheels in Greenwood, and was on the bazaar committee for Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Seaford. She loved to bake and was known for her famous pies. She was also an avid gardener and known for her beautiful irises. Gerry also collected depression glass and had a wonderful collection that her family still keeps today.

Gerry is survived by her children, Larry Cannon (Vicki) of Greenwood, Bob Cannon (Pam) of Bridgeville, and David Cannon (Cathy) of Lewes; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband of 58 years, she was preceded in death by her three brothers, Arthur, William and Edward Fiori; and one granddaughter, Lori Nicole Cannon.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, Oct. 17, at Framptom Funeral Home Fleischauer Chapel, Greenwood, where a viewing will be held from noon until 1 p.m.

Burial will be in St. Johnstown Cemetery, Greenwood.