March 27, 1955 – May 11, 2026
Valerie June Canon, age 71, resident of Fort Scott, KS, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at her home. She was born March 27, 1955, in Albuquerque, NM, the daughter of Clay and Carolyn K. Kepley Canon. Upon moving to Fort Scott from New Mexico, Valerie worked as a bartender at the Fort Scott Country Club and later the Silver Spur. She then worked in health care for area nursing homes. Valerie’s many interests included bingo, fishing, arts and crafts, and home décor. She was a great cook, specializing in New Mexican cuisine. Her true love was spending time with her grandchildren. Valerie had a caring heart, always having an open door for anyone in need.
Survivors include 3 children, Diane Renee Canon, Bonner Springs, KS, Ramon Martinez (Natasha) Fort Scott, KS, and Jason Martinez (Quatisha) Fort Scott, KS; 10 grandchildren, Breonna (Dashaun), Ronal, Antwaun (Vanessa), Deandre (Katherine), Angel, Leiya, Andrew, Jacob, Isabella, and Olivia; 7 great grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a young brother, Clay Canon, Jr., a sister Fredina Gonzales and her husband David Gonzales; and her parents.
There was cremation. Private family services will take place at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Valerie Canon Memorial Fund and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St. Fort Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.
