Thomas Leo Canning
Merchant Navy. Canadian
Born | 1916 | | Amherst, Nova Scotia |
Died | 1 Nov 1994 | (78) | Amherst, Nova Scotia |
Roster information listed for Thomas Leo Canning
| Ship | Type | Rank / role | Attacked on | Boat |
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| Western Head | Steam merchant | Crew member | 29 May 1942 | U-107 |
Personal information
Thomas Leo Canning was a son of the late Colby and Theresa (Kendrick) Canning. He spent his early years in Parrsboro. He served in the Merchant Marines during the Second World War and was awarded the Atlantic Star and War Medal. He joined the RCMP marine division in 1944 and was stationed in Halifax for 25 years. Upon retirement in 1969, he moved to Maccan. He is survived by his wife, the former Renee Dauvin; daughter, Janis (Mrs. Jim Pollitt), Lake Fletcher; son, Thomas, Fredericton; four grandchildren. He was predeceased by sisters, Inez, Flora, Muriel; brothers, Burpee, John, Joseph, Randolph, James.