Donald Ray Cannon

Donald Ray Cannon, 76, of Sellersburg, Indiana, passed away on November 1, 2026 at his home with his beloved wife by his side. He was born on May 14, 1950, in Jeffersonville, Indiana.

Donald was a graduate of Clarksville High School. He worked at K-Mart for many years and later served as a dispatcher for Sellersburg Fire and EMS until his retirement. He will be remembered as a hardworking man who also gave of his time to others, including volunteering for the Crusade for Children.

He enjoyed many things in life, especially being on his scanners and CB radio, following NASCAR racing, and spending time with his family at get-togethers. Those simple pleasures brought him happiness and kept him closely connected to the people and interests he loved most.

Donald shared 55 years of marriage with his wife, Linda Gail Cannon. He is also survived by his sister, Phyllis (Willard) Jones; his sister, Kathy (Gregory) Tweedy; his best friend, Russell (Karen) Meredith; and his good friend, Danny (Elizabeth) Speth. He leaves behind many who will remember his companionship, his steady presence, and the time they shared with him.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Evelyn Cannon, and by his brothers, Robert Paul, Ronnie Eugene, Terry, and Leslie Quinn.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home, Southern Indiana, 3309 Ballard Ln, New Albany, Indiana 47150 with the funeral service will begin there at 4:00 p.m.

Donald Ray Cannon will be remembered with love by his family and friends, and his memory will remain a lasting part of their lives.

The family requests that contributions in Donald’s memory be made to WHAS Crusade for Children (520 W. Chestnut St. Louisville, KY 40202).