Barbara “Kay” Cannon passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2026. She was born on December 30, 1944, in Collins, Mississippi. to the late William “Billy” Perdue and Eleanor “Toba” Perdue.

Kay is predeceased by her beloved husband Hayward “Donnie” Cannon, to whom she was married 57 years. Kay was the loving mother of Donn Erin Cannon and Scott Alan Cannon (Cindy). She was the loving grandmother of Ashley Cannon, Brent Cannon, Zachary Cannon, Rachel Cannon, Kaylee Cannon and Chase Cannon. She was the great grandmother of Grace Laudun, Kai Laudun, and Kinley Darby. She was the sister of Linda Reel (Brian) and of the late Patricia Cunningham (Ernie), and sister-in-law of Jan Cannon. Nieces and nephews include Holly Cespiva (Scott), Brian Reel (Christina), Ken Wallace (Bridget), Shannon Waguespack (David), Sandra Dinnen (Rob), Shelly Cannon, Seth Cannon, Cheryl Clement, Lynn Pier (Phil), Brenda Lipcsak, and Frankie Lipcsak.

Kay, by everyone’s measure was truly special. She loved everyone and she had no enemies. She was a beacon of hope for everyone in despair, and she freely gave of her time, her sage advice and of herself to anyone in need. She was “Mom” to everyone, and her soothing compassion, hugs, and listening ear provided so much peace to everyone she encountered. She is at peace herself now, in the loving arms of her savior, and the company of her family who passed before her.

The family would like to extend sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff and nurses at Anderson at Summerfield and Heritage Manor, Slidell who took such great care of her with such dignity and respect. The family has opted for a private close-family and friends gathering celebrating Kay’s joyous life and legacy in lieu of a formal memorial service. Kay Cannon was a Christian woman and now lives with her Lord and Savoir, Jesus Christ.