Brent Cannon Memorial Fund

It is with a heavy heart that we’re creating this gofund page to assist in any memorial or extra expenses due to the passing of Brent Cannon, who was taken from us unexpectedly and far too soon in the early hours on January 1, 2023, at only 34 years old. The devastating loss of Brent will be deeply felt by his family, fiancé, children, and many friends who are shocked and mourning the death of a loving person who impacted the lives of others in so many wonderful ways. The funds will go to assist in memorial expenses and any bills or needs for the family left behind.

From an early age, Brent was always a hard worker, and he always encouraged and guided those around him to better themselves. As the oldest in the family, Brent was the glue that bound the siblings together, always a listening ear and someone that was happy to offer advice or help in any capacity. A die-hard Cowboys and Rangers fan, Brent rooted for his team every chance he got, defending his teams no matter what. When he walked into the room, it simply lit up and there was no stranger that he met. Brent could make anyone laugh, and there was nothing he wouldn’t do to ensure that everyone felt loved and comfortable.

Brent, after being in the Navy for 3 years, he graduated from Tarleton State University with a Bachelor of Science, in Construction Management. Brent was also a Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. Brent started his career with Manhattan Construction in 2018 as a Project Engineer moving up to Project Manager on the George Bush Foundation project in College Station. Brent was an overachiever, highly disciplined, and motivated to do whatever it takes to get the job done beating any expectations which quickly made him an integral part of any project he was on with other team members, subs, and Owners.

Brent had recently gotten engaged to his fiancee, Maria and they were going to tie the knot in January. Their love was one of a kind, complimenting one another so effortlessly and they were both looking forward to beginning their lives together as a blended family. He was a dedicated and loving father and leaves behind his daughter Mia and his stepson, Yael. Mia was his greatest joy, and she was a Daddy’s girl all the way. Yael and Brent quickly developed a bond that made him exceptionally proud and excited to be his stepfather. There is no one who will ever fill the shoes that Brent Cannon left behind, and his death will be a loss that will never truly heal.

His family and friends will have a Celebration of Life on Saturday, January 7th, at 2 PM at the VFW Post 1533 located at 107 Elmhurst Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78209. The viewing is scheduled for Sunday the 8th between the hours of 10 AM-12N at Porter Loring Funeral Home at 1101 McCullough Avenue, San Antonio, TX 78212. Please feel free to contact Kelly at Manhattan via email with any stories/videos you would like to share with the family.

BRENT CANNON OBITUARY

Brent Mitchell Cannon

October 22, 1988 - January 1, 2023

San Antonio, Texas - Brent Cannon, 34, passed away in the early hours of January 1, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas. He was born on October 22, 1988, to Linda Clark-Blake and Walter Ray Cannon in Plano and lived most of his adult life in Fort Worth.

Born and raised in Texas, Brent Cannon was a graduate of Boswell High School and Tarleton State University, where he earned a degree in Construction Management. He joined the Manhattan Construction Company in May 2018 as a Project Engineer and was promoted to Sr Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, and then Project Manager in January 2022, working in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex area. Brent touched the lives of so many people from so many different backgrounds and in many areas of his life from family, friends, and work, where he was admired and respected by his coworkers. Prior to his work in construction, he was enlisted in the Navy from 2009 to 2012 and based in San Diego.

He is survived by his mother, Linda Clark-Blake and stepfather, James F. Blake, Jr.; his brothers, Justin David Cannon and Tyler Ray Cannon, and Tyler's daughter, Serenity Renee, and spouse, Rebecca McLain, and their daughter Reese McLain; his sister, Noelle Elizabeth Blake, and spouse, Yaitza Carrillo-Blake; his daughter, Mia Renee Cannon. Brent is also survived by his fiancée, Maria Orocio (soon to be Cannon), and her son, Yael; and by his "Cali Parents," Paul and Stacey Hanson. On his maternal side, Brent is survived by his aunts, Phyllis Taoua and Carolyn Murray, and Carolyn's spouse Jason Murray. On his father's side of the family, Brent is survived by his uncle, Lonnie Ray Cannon, Jr., and his aunts Kimberly Cannon, Stephanie Cannon, Teresa Gutierrez, and Shauna Williamson.

His mother will remember Brent for his quick smile, fabulous wit, and generous heart. Tyler and Justin will remember him as a hell of a man, dad, and brother, who was extremely hard-working, dedicated, and the life of the party. For them, he was a family man through and through, with so much love in his heart for those close to him, and also with enough left over to love the Cowboys and Rangers. His sister, Noelle, will remember him as the leader of his siblings and the best older brother anyone could ask for. His fiancée will cherish memories of Brent as an amazing man and human being. At the time of his death, Brent was in the midst of planning the rest of his life with Maria, Mia, and Yael, working hard to create the best possible situation for them. He made time for others, whether it was making a phone call or planning the next gathering. Brent made sure the people in his life felt special and they were all touched by his hilarious wit, bubbly personality, and generosity of spirit.

He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Ray Cannon; his paternal grandmother, Carol Dee Young, and grandfather, Lonnie Ray Cannon, Sr.; his maternal grandparents, Mary Jane Sak and David Edward Clark.