Carl S. Canton of Coatesville, 79, son of the late Hollis Harris and Bertha Canton. Our beloved Father, Grandfather, Uncle and friend peacefully transitioned from this earthly life into eternal life on Monday, September 5, 2022 at St. Martha’s Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Downingtown, Pennsylvania.

He was a 1962 graduate of Hickman High School in Columbia, Missouri, where he also excelled in track and field. Having the desire to travel the world and make a better life for his family, Carl enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served 4 years and was awarded the National Defense Medal.

Carl relocated to Harrisburg and was employed as a welder at Bethlehem Steel and Harrisburg Steel until he retired.

In his leisure, Carl loved spending time with his family and bragging about his grandchildren. He also enjoyed going to the gym, bowling and Karate in which he earned his black belt.

In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by his two brothers, Robert Canton and George Canton and He leaves cherished memories with his son, Michael Canton (Marsha); his stepdaughter, Michelle Brown; his grandchildren, Gamond, Camaryn and Alondra; his two great grandchildren; his siblings, Barbara Canton (his twin) of Kansas, Bessie Wilson of Missouri and Marjorie Phillips of Georgia; his devoted companion of 12 years, Faridah Abdul-Latif and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Carl's life will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 12 Noon in the Chapel of the Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton with viewing and visitation 11:00 AM until 12 Noon and burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed with face masks for all attendees.