Michael R. McCannon, 55, of Ashton passed away December 16, 2011 in Sycamore, Il. Michael was born September 27, 1956 in Princeton, Il. son of Richard and Margaret McCannon. He served in the United States Navy and was an avid reader. He is survived by his brothers, Douglas McCannon of Georgia, Andrew (Marie) McCannon of Ashton, Il. and Thomas (Karin) McCannon of Texas; three nephews, Jared, Dillon and Sean, and one Niece Christina. Preceded in death by his parents. Memorial visitation will be held 11:00 am - 12:00pm Thursday December 22, 2011 at Coulon-Lyons Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services 815-453-2441 601 Richardson Ave. Ashton. Burial of cremains following visitation in Ashton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Mills & Petrie Memorial Library & Gymnasium.