James R. Canary Obituary
We are sad to announce that on February 1, 2021, at the age of 74, James R. Canary of Whiteland, Indiana, born in Shelby, Indiana passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wilbur Canary and Helen Canary Drake (Shelton); his stepfather Wilbur C. Drake; his sister Jona Wainscott; his parents-in-law, Tom and Ann Ford; and his great grandchild Anna Grace Long.
He is survived by: his wife Karen Canary (Ford) of Whiteland, IN; his children, David Canary (Dana) of Bargersville, IN, Rhonda Alford (Doug) of Greenwood, IN and Darin Canary (Jen) of Wauchula, FL; his grandchildren, Megan Long (Cody), Brittany Pitman (Justin), Jordan Canary, Kyle Alford (Shelby), Allison Wain, Austin Wain, Kaylyn Alford, Jared Canary, JT Canary, Lauren Wain, Haley Canary and Trey Canary; and his great grandchildren, Dakota, Elena Long, Mikeal and Bayli Pitman.
Due to COVID-19 mandates, facial coverings, mask and social distancing is required for those attending the visitation and services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of the funeral home and mail to Swartz Family Community Mortuary and Memorial Center, 300 South U.S. 31 (Morton Street) in Franklin, IN 46131 who is handling the arrangements.
