Lawrence J. "Larry" Cannon
January 25, 1939 — April 25, 2021
Lawrence J. "Larry" Cannon
Larry's 45-year career as a Boston Harbor Pilot, guiding ships from all over the world into and out of Boston Harbor, was "the best job in the world."Larry also founded a popular marina in the 1970's, which he named Boston Waterboat Marina as a tribute to the six generations of Cannons who supplied drinking water to ships at anchor in Boston Harbor. You could find Larry on Long Wharf with his signature wry smile, friendly joke, or quip for old friends and newcomers alike. Larry opened his hand to everyone, so his marina was like a second home to many and a first home to some.
Friends, family, and service people everywhere will miss Larry's extraordinary generosity, his quick wit, his kindness, and his corny jokes.Well, most of the jokes.
Larry's family is grateful to all his friends and neighbors for their support, and especially to the staff at Artis Senior Living of Reading for the compassionate care he received for the past two years. People who care for the sick are our heroes.
Out of concern for the health and safety of family and friends, there will be no public service.Instead, we ask that you do what Larry would do: buy a Dunkin' coffee, a meal for a stranger, and be kind to someone when you don't have to be.If you prefer, please donate to the Alzheimer's Association of Massachusetts: http://act.alz.org/goto/larrycannon
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