The City Of Sacramento Pays Tribute to Margretta Cannon: A Beloved Community Icon

In Ephesians 2:10, believers are reminded they are crafted for good deeds. Margretta Patrice Cannon exemplified this Scripture, tirelessly serving as an entrepreneur, caregiver, and community advocate for those in need. Cannon passed away on September 26, at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy of love and service. Born on June 9, 1951, in Georgetown, South Carolina, she was the eldest of eight siblings. Her early life, marked by hardship after losing her father at five, shaped her caring nature. After relocating to California in 1969, Cannon married her soulmate, Mardeio, in 1998, enjoying 27 years filled with ministry and global travels. As a businesswoman, she founded Gretta's Homemade and the Agape Family Care Home, fostering children and supporting families. Co-founding Haven of Hope, she empowered individuals transitioning from homelessness. Cannon's deep faith found expression in various Sacramento churches, earning her deep respect from community leaders. She is survived by her husband, children, grandchildren, and beloved family.