Michael "Sally" Kennon

Michael (Sally) Kennon passed away at St. Louis University Hospital on January 11, 2021 after a lengthy illness. Mike was born in Bonne Terre, MO. on April 7, 1950, the son of Carnell and Margaret (Mason) Kennon. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Clayton; and his brother, Tom Kennon. Mike is survived by his wife of forty years, Sherry (DuVall) Kennon; Son, Daniel (Shieba) Kennon of Alabama; daughter, Teresa of Texas; and son, Alan (Lori) Kennon of Missouri and three grandchildren. Mike was retired from Asarco/Doe Run Company after thirty years of service where he was better known as Sally. He was a helicopter crew chief/ machine gunner with the 135th Assault Helicopter CO. in Vietnam during the Tet offensive. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart, being shot down by enemy fire. He received the highest South Vietnam Award for bravery – The Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation Badge, the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 3 Bronze Service Stars, Army Commendation Medal and Air Medal. Mike was a free spirit who walked to the beat of his own drum. He loved horses, antique cars, wide open spaces, and Sherry. He will be greatly missed.