Gordon Roger Cannon, 66, passed away on December 28, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. He was born on August 14, 1959.
Roger dedicated his life to helping and protecting others through a long and honorable career in law enforcement. He began his service with the Pike County Sheriff’s Office before continuing his career with the Indiana State Police. During his time with the ISP, Roger served as a Trooper and later as a driving and CDL instructor and inspector. His commitment to safety, professionalism, and mentorship left a lasting impact on those he worked with and the communities he served. He retired with pride after many years of service.
Outside of his career, Roger found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved spending time in Florida, cherished his dogs Casper and Sissy, his horses, and he enjoyed the open road on his motorcycle. He was known for his steady presence, kind heart, and devotion to his family.
Roger was preceded in death by his father, Gordon Cannon.
He is survived by his loving wife, Corby Esarey Cannon; his mother, Patricia Cannon; his son, Joshua Cannon; and his sisters, Cindy Thompson (Bill) and Julia Moore (Steve). He is also survived by his stepdaughter, Ashley, her husband Clayton, and his two beloved granddaughters, Emery and Ella, who brought him immense joy, Stepson Jack Fouts and grandson Syllas.
Roger will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of service, love, and quiet strength will live on in the lives he touched.
Gravesite rites will be performed in Petersburg IN at a later date.
Roger and I graduated from high school together. He was fun to be with and an all around great guy. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with his family. He will leave behind a huge void that only he could fill.
Roger, when I saw him was always in happy spirited mood. He was helpful and willing to give a helping hand. He told it how it was and wasn’t to upset to correct his errors .
He was a good friend and will be missed by me and all.
Hate to hear this. Roger was one of the GOOD GUYS!!!! Had MANY great times working different details with Roger. You could ALWAYS depend on him!!!
Thoughts to his family and friends. Prayers for strength and comfort during this time of loss. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Roger was a great person. He would help you with anything you needed. You didn’t have to ask him. He would help you when he learned you needed something.
Until we meet again..ride with the angels.
I was a brand new State Trooper assigned to Pike County in 1984 and Rodger was a new deputy. I was lucky he was around because he could fill me in on who was who in Pike County and since he hadnt been to the Police Academy yet, I could help with some of the police stuff. Mostly we learned as we went. We did a lot of dumb things a few that were dangerous, and we helped each other out. I loved listening to him tell a story with his arms moving the whole time. We had a lot of fun along the way. One night we got a call to a injury crash and I was behind Rodger. I couldn’t keep up with him and I never saw his brake lights at all. I told Sgt Nelson my car was crap and couldn’t keep up with the old SD car. He laughed, “It’s not the car Troop, you were trying to keep up with a real race car driver.” I was lucky to know Rodger adn I am sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in peace brother!
Roger was a great guy. I remember him from the years back of Cannon Trucking. Roger; as well as his son, is how my son got his name…. Joshua Gordon Ingle. He will be missed and give too soon.
Super guy. He will be missed. I was the ISP detective in Pike County and we worked several cases together. He made himself available to help any way he could. I also considered him a good friend. We socialized together many times. RIzp my friend.
Roger was always a joy to work with!
My sympathies to his family.
Roger was one of the kindest people in my ISP class. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Roger was a good friend and a fellow Trooper too many details to mention here. He had an infectious laugh. I worked with him for 25 years plus. I will miss him. We spoke a few months ago, he told me he knew his time was coming to an end. He told me he had made things right with the Lord and he knew heaven awaited him when the end of life would come. I say not good bye but until the day I see you again.. Rest and be comforted in the arms of our Lord Roger.
Roger was a great friend He was always there when you needed him. He will be missed.
Sorry to hear. Roger was a great man. My mom used to babysit Josh. RIP Roger
Roger was a very dedicated trooper. I came to know him when he was assigned to CVED. His dedication to his job to ensure school buses were in good operating shape for the transportation of school children was always superior. He also never forgot he was a Indiana State Police Trooper and and continued to serve the public as a police officer in all aspects of a policeman’s role. He was always fun loving and ready to help if you needed it. Rest in Peace loyal and faithful trooper.
Roger was one of my best ISP classmates. Always smiling, what you saw is what you got with Roger. One of the good guys taken away much too soon. Rest in peace brother, you will be missed by all that had the honor of knowing you.
We took to Rodger right off after meeting him. His laugh and smile we will never forget. Always looked forward to the conversations we would have when we was able to get together. We agreed on so many things ! He had a quiet demeanor though that was deceiving . His stories ! You’d never guess the things he’d seen over the years, specially as a State Trooper, one could only imagine ! We will always be eternally grateful for the time the lord gave him to Corby and the rest of our family . Heaven definitely gained a keeper.
I could not have asked for a better room mate in the Indiana State Police Academy. Although we did not keep in touch that often after we graduated, I would think of him often. What a great guy. You will be missed. Rest in peace.
So Sorry to hear This. Roger was the epitome of a nice man and a wonderful addition to our family. Departed way to soon. Love Clark