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James Raymond McCanna

11/1/1919 - 4/14/2012

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Obituary For James Raymond McCanna

James R. McCanna, Jr., 92, US Navy retired, died April 14th , 2012 after a long life, well lived. He was the husband of the late Florence (Chapman) McCanna and the son of James and Harriet (Downey) McCanna. He was predeceased by his sisters Newell (Janes) Breen, Rita McCanna and a nephew Kevin Breen. A 30 year veteran, he proudly served his country aboard ships in three wars. He kept a photographic journal documenting his travels in the Navy and enjoyed sharing tales of his military career with family and friends. An avid reader, Mr. McCanna kept himself well informed of world events, sports and politics. He welcomed a debate on any subject. He is survived by his children Sharon, James R. (Karen), and Mary Ellen McCanna. Grandfather of Kyle Smith, Katelyn & Jaymie McCanna. Niece Ellen Breen and her husband Wiliam Clogher; cousin Josephine Coggeshall and grandniece Kelsey Breen. Arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral & Memorial Services, 8 Schoolhouse Road, Warren, where the family will receive friends from 4pm to 7pm Tuesday, April 17th , 2012. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday April 18th, 8:45am from the funeral home, 10am in St Mary of the Bay Church, Main Street, Warren. Burial in St Mary of the Bay Cemetery in Warren. In lieu of flowers, donations will be gratefully be appreciated in his name to St Elizabeths Manor, Walkway Project, 1 Dawn Hill, Bristol, RI 02809www.wjsmithfh.com

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  • 04/27/2021

    Dear Sharon and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Always with Love Kathy Tavares.

  • 04/27/2021

    Dear Sharon and Family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father, He was a good man and you both had a good long life together. Dan and Mark

  • 04/27/2021

    I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that God will comfort and sustain you. Psalms 34:18 says that He is near to those broken at heart and saves those crushed in spirit. He truly knows the pain you feel. He assures us at John 5:28 that a time will soon come when we will welcome back to our arms those we have lost. Know that time is very near. Allow God to comfort your soul until that day arrives. Please keep His promises close to your heart. I offer my deepest sympathies to your entire family.

  • 04/27/2021

    Dear Jim and Karen, Please know you and your family are in my prayers during these days. I'll offer Mass this morning for your Dad's intention.

  • 04/27/2021

    Dear Sharon, We were so sad to hear of your Dad's passing and know how you will miss his presence in your life. Please know that we are thinking of you. Vivian & Jerry

  • 04/27/2021

    Hi Sharon & Jimmy, So sorry for the loss of your father. When I would see him at the Warren Beach he would always remember me and have something kind to say. Your cousin--Beth

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