CW4 (R) William Harold Canon, Jr

William H. Canon Jr. "Harold" passed away on October 7, 2024, at the age of 93, leaving behind a legacy and a life lived to its fullest.

Born on December 13, 1930, in Bowling Green, KY, to William H. Canon Sr. and Rebecca Louise Westbrook, Harold attended College High, where he met his beloved wife, Betty Zane Curts. They married on August 25, 1954, in Springfield, TN, and were lifelong companions for 63 years, blessed with three children. Harold is survived by his children William (Pat), Bobby (Stephanie), and Becky Canon Whitson (Mark Hayden); grandchildren Sarah Beth Walther (Aaron), Ashley Canon, Sonny Whitson (Tasha Stewart), Abbey Kelly, Meredith Jacobs (Dan), and Maddie Herrera (Dakota); seven great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Harold’s distinguished 40-year career with the Kentucky Army National Guard began in 1950, where he earned numerous military awards, including the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, and Saint Michael's Award for Aviation. His civic involvement was also widely recognized, with accolades such as the VFW Outstanding Citizenship Award and the Red Cross Exceptional Volunteer Award.

A devoted member of Friendship Christian Church and Hiram Lodge 4 F&AM, Harold was known for his selflessness. He volunteered at the Frankfort Food Pantry and was always ready to lend a hand to those in need, leaving a lasting impact on his community and everyone who knew him. He was a founding member of the KYNG Memorial. As a member of the Board of Directors for fifteen years, Harold took great pride in the KYNG Memorial and was instrumental in making the memorial what it is today. We will miss his steadfast dedication and gentle caring nature.

Harold also leaves behind cherished friends and extended family who were a significant part of his life, including Betty Inman, Lori Jeffries, and The Brown Family. His kindness and generosity touched the lives of many, and his memory will be treasured by all who knew him.

A Celebration of Harold’s life will be held at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home in Frankfort on Monday, October 14, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Bert Patterson and Chaplain Colonel William C. Draper officiating.

Burial will follow at Frankfort Cemetery. Military Honors will be observed at the gravesite by the Kentucky Army National Guard.

Visitation will be at Harrod Brothers Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 13, 2024. Masonic Rites will be observed by the Hiram Lodge No. 4 F&AM at 7:30 p.m. with Open Lodge at 6:45 p.m. on Sunday. Honorary pallbearers will include the Kentucky Army National Guard, members of Friendship Christian Church, and VFW Post 4075.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made here to the Kentucky National Guard Memorial, or the Masonic Homes of Kentucky.

Arrangements are under the direction of Harrod Brother Funeral Home & Crematory.