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Holly Bacon Obituary
PEKIN - Holly Beth Hybert Bacon, age 59, of Homewood, Ala., formerly of Pekin, passed away at her home on Friday, May 22, 2009.
She was born in Chicago, Ill., on May 29, 1949. Her family moved to Pekin, Illinois, in the early 1970s, where she met and married Bob. They relocated to Homewood in 1976, where they raised their family. She graduated from Morgan Park High School, Chicago, Ill., Thornton Junior College and Northern Illinois University, where she earned bachelor of arts degrees in both art and English. She was a graphic designer and ad layout artist for Deverman Advertising in Pekin, Ill., and for Mark IV Advertising in Peoria, Ill. In the Birmingham area, Holly did space ads and layouts for Steiner/Bressler. For many years she worked as a photographer's model and runway fashion model in association with Real People Models and Talent, and oftentimes provided her modeling talent for charitable events. Recently, Holly was the Special Events Planner for the Historic Rucker Place, Birmingham.
She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the AIMS Sunday School Class, and sang with the contemporary group Praise Alliance at Trinity.
Holly is survived by her greatest artwork, her children, David, Jennifer, and Chris; their dad, Bob; son-in-law, Jerry von Eberstein; daughter-in-law, Rizpah Driver Bacon; her brother, Jon D. Hybert of Peoria, Ill.; and a variety of relatives in the Chicago area.
She was preceded by her parents, Betty Jean Eberle Hybert and Arthur John Hybert; and one twin sister at birth.
Visitation for family and friends will be held at Ridout's Valley Chapel on Oxmoor Road in downtown Homewood from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 28. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 29, at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Holly loved flowers, colorful ones, and would certainly enjoy their presence in her honor. However, in lieu, she would love to know her friends have taken the initiative to get a routine colonoscopy. If you choose, memorial donations in Holly's honor can be made to VSA arts of Alabama, PO Box 12504, Birmingham, AL 35202-2504 or online at vsartsalabama.org.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Holly Bacon
Bob and Carol Masek
June 7, 2009
Dear Bob and Family,
We were surprised and saddened to hear of Holly's death. We remember her as such a beautiful and vibrant young woman, and remember all the great times we had when you worked at Caterpillar in Peoria. We are very sorry to know that she died so young.
Barbara Wheeler
May 31, 2009
Bob and children,
Holly was an inspiration to us all. She fought such a hard battle with dignity and grace. She was a beautiful person inside and out. The angels are rejoicing with her as are her mom and dad.
Her service was just as she would have liked it. You all did a wonderful job at such a trying time.
Sincerely,
Barbara and Ray Wheeler
Sara Smith
May 28, 2009
Jenn,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was a blessing to know your Mom. Even though I only knew her for a short time, her smile, laugh and spirit will always be with me.
Amanda Rogers
May 28, 2009
Bacon family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jennifer, your mom was such a wonderful, beautiful woman. She will truly be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
May 28, 2009
Holly could light up a room with her enthusiasm and gracious personality. She was such a joy to know. I will miss her. Suzie Dickinson (an art buddy)
Dennis & Marilyn Johnson
May 27, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Rogers
May 27, 2009
Holly was a loving person and a wonderful friend to have in Homewood. I was blessed to be with her as our children grew up, member of the Holly Oaks Garden club with her and also Charity League. She will be deeply missed by us all!
We love all the Bacon family and we pray for you all at this time--May you feel His Presence all around you--Love, Alan and Mary Rogers
Steve and Kiff Hall
May 27, 2009
David and Rizpah, we are praying for you and your family. Our hearts are heavy, yet know Jesus is holding you close.
May 27, 2009
Bob and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Holly. She was such a sweet and beautiful lady. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Lynell and Joe Bolen
Mike and Laura Deems
May 27, 2009
Bacon Family- While we only knew Holly for a short time, and it saddens us at your grief, we pray for the peace that you may find in her strong belief in a God that can take all of the pain away. A God that has brought her home. And a God that will sustain the great memories of a life built with tremendous celebration, compassion, and grace. That is the Holly we knew and the one we will keep in our hearts until we see her again.
Most Respectfully,
May 27, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Holly's death. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you.
~ Jennifer Barham
May 27, 2009
Bob, please accept my condolences on the passing of Holly. What a great person of many talents and love described in her obituary. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Kristin Parker (Charlotte, NC)
Tony Todd
May 27, 2009
I am thinking of you and so sorry for your loss.
Barbara Gaines Kenyon
May 27, 2009
My family and I send all our love and deepest sympathies. May the Lord bless you with a peace that passes all understanding during this time of sorrow.
Blair Schoenvogel
May 27, 2009
David,
Dietrich and I are so very sorry for your families loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Blair and Dietrich
Mike Hernandez
May 27, 2009
You have my deepest condolences.
Cindy Childs
May 27, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time of need. May Gods presence help to ease your pain.
Cindy Childs
Steve & Annette Strickland
May 27, 2009
Bob, we were saddened to hear about Holly. There are no mere words that could describe the loss of one’s life partner. Although we never met, her obituary speaks to a person of great talents and engagement in life. You and your family have our thoughts and prayers, and we hope that the memories of her life will give you comfort as time goes on.
Take care, and kind regards.
Rose Fraser
May 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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