Born Charles L. Gannon on September 13, 1908 in Brighton, Massachusetts, he professed his vows in West Springfield, Massachusetts on August 15, 1931. His religious name was Sylvester. He was ordained on May 30, 1938 by Bishop Francis Spellman of Boston, Massachusetts. He was a preacher and military chaplain. he died suddenly of a heart attack in Union City, New Jersey. He loved to roller skate and was known throughout the province by the name “Flash.”
Birth Date:
September 13, 1908
Profession Date:
August 15, 1931
Ordination Date:
May 30, 1938
Death Date:
April 19, 1975
Religious Name:
Sylvester of the Sorrowful Virgin Cannon