Josephus Nathaniel Cannon

Josephus Nathaniel Cannon, affectionately known as Joe, departed this earthly life on Sunday, February 15, 2015, in Atlanta Georgia. Born on June 4, 1919, he was the second oldest son of nine children born to the late Johnny and Emma Summers Cannon. Mr. Cannon began his Christian journey at Saint James AME church on Wheeler Hill. Later, the family joined First Calvary Baptist Church where he was baptized at a very early age. Joe maintained his relationship with First Calvary Baptist Church throughout his lifetime. Joe was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in 1937. After graduating, he moved to live and work in New York. As a result of his leadership abilities, he was cultivated and encouraged to pursue further training for advance managerial positions In the United States Postal Service. He attended Queens College and graduated from Colgate Business College In New York. He also attended Andover University in Massachusetts, the University of Virginia, and special courses were completed in Los Angeles and San Francisco, California. After several years in mid-management, Joe traveled throughout the United States teaching employees the best methodology for increasing productivity. In spite of opposition and adversity, he continued his training in top management and was rewarded with many promotions, one of which was a transfer to Seattle, Washington. There he was placed with a team that were responsible for upgrading postal facilities. Joe became the General Manager of the Bulk Mail Center in Federal Way, Washington and later he was elevated to the position of Seattle District Manager where he retired after 42 years with the United States Postal Service. In 1947, Joe met the love of his life, the former Peggy Irene Williams and they were married on June 27, 1948. To this loving union, one son, Steven Keith, was born, who now lives in Buford, Georgia with his wife Pepper. For over 60 years, Joe and Peggy traveled down life's roads together with their marital vows ever increasing. In addition to his parents and devoted wife, he was predeceased by his five brothers: John Edward, Theodore, David, Matthew and Johnny, Jr. He leaves to cherish precious memories: his son Steven Keith, a daughter Beverly; three brothers:William, Clem, Dennis Cannon Sr. all of Columbia; nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews; sister-in-laws, Dorothy and Doris; and a host of other relations and devoted friends.

Josephus Nathaniel Cannon

June 4, 1919 - February 15, 2015