Russell Canning

Russell Henry Canning, a very considerate, generous, absolute gentleman, and devoted husband and father passed on January 8, 2016.  He was born on December 28, 1926 to Henry and Edna Kay Canning in Salt Lake City, Utah.  He married his sweetheart Fae Baker Canning on July 5, 1947 and they enjoyed 68 wonderful years together.  They have three boys, Allen (Colene Ogata), Salt Lake City, Utah; Dale (Dianne Greco), Ogden, UT; and Reid (Ronda Thaxton), Ogden, Utah; four special grandchildren, Jeremy, Jeff (Amber Bobo), Russell, and Antonina; two cute great-grandchildren, Easton and James; and many nieces and nephews with whom he enjoyed visiting.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his very special sister, Betty Sutherland (Leland) whom he adored.

He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II and it was one of the best times of his life; of which he spoke often.  After his military service, he enjoyed his career in chemistry within the mining and metallurgical industry.  He loved his family, pets, doing carpentry work, and watching old Western movies and Laurel and Hardy.  He is especially remembered for the many toys and other gifts that he handcrafted; and for his wit, great sense of humor, and reputation for being a bit of a prankster.

At his request, there will be no formal funeral services; there will be a Graveside Service on Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at 11 a.m. at Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South, Salt Lake City.  Services entrusted to Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary.