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Craig Bacon Obituary
- - Beloved husband, father, son and friend passed away Wednesday May 23rd at 4:28am after a year long battle with Multiple Myeloma Cancer.
Craig was born December 14, 1963 in Burlington VT, the son of Dale and Mary Bacon. Craig grew up in Queen City Park spending much of his time swimming at the ledges, riding his motorcycle and spending time with friends. He graduated South Burlington High School in 1982 and shortly after wed his childhood friend and high school sweetheart Mistie (Baker) Bacon. They celebrated 35 beautiful years together, and 2 children.
Craig is survived by his wife Mistie, son Tyler Bacon (wife Stacey), and daughter Kristina Bissonette (husband Shane). His father Dale Bacon, older brother Dane Bacon (wife Diane), father-in-law Harold Baker and his 5 grandchildren whom he adored, Logan, William, Hailey, Sloane and Steele. As well as many cousins, niece and nephews. He is predeceased by his mother Mary (Newman) Bacon, older brother Gordon and Sister Dawn. As well as his paternal Grandparents Roscoe Bacon, Daisy Johnson. His maternal grandparents George and Elizabeth Newman and Mother-in-law Sylvia (Stillson) Baker.
Craig was employed for 36 years at Heritage Aviation where he was an Aviation Fuel Technician and De-icing Manager, a loyal and dedicated employee. He enjoyed spending his down time at his family camp, riding his motorcycle, hunting and vacationing in North Carolina. He was an upstanding man, someone who was genuine, loving and compassionate. For those who crossed paths with him felt honored to know him. He cherished the short time he had with each of his grandchildren and having his wife by his side. He will be sorely missed, never forgotten and always loved.
A funeral service will be held at Essex Alliance Church, Saturday June 2nd at 11:00am with a reception to follow. A private family gathering on Sunday June 3rd at Bacon's Acres from 12:00 (noon) into the early evening.
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Bacon
Jane Lajza (Butler)
May 23, 2025
Thoughts of you each year with the best memories shared growing up together. You were taken away too early my friend.
Pete Larose
September 27, 2024
I´m sorry to hear... I worked with Craig for many a few years at the airport (Entec) and Craig was a great mentor to me. I was hired right out of the Air Force by his older brother. He was a great person and friend.
Jane
May 23, 2024
It seems like yesterday I got to share some laughs and great memories growing up in QCP together. Full of fun and laughter. I hope your eternal life is peaceful and as you watch your loved ones still living - guiding and loving them from where you are is all that matters. RIP - Jane Lajza (Butler)
Jane Lajza
May 23, 2022
My thoughts are with all the family and friends Craig had and made....He was always so full of positive energy for so many. RIP friend
June 7, 2018
Mistie and Family, I'm so sorry to hear about Craig. I I know it's been a lifetime since I last saw you but, I wanted to send you love and heartfelt condolences for your loss. Much love to you and your family. Lisa (Henry) Jacobs
Debbie Anderson
June 3, 2018
Mistie and family, I am so sorry it has taken me this long to respond, I am so truly sorry for the loss of your best friend, husband, and father of the children you both had together. I did not realize the enormity of what you two have/had gone through together. The description of what he was as a man and a man of God is without a doubt a man of integrity. may God surround all of you with His love and comfort and then peace knowing that Craig is in His Father's arms, dancing, rejoicing and loving Heaven. God bless you all.
Debbie Anderson
Sean Ploof
June 1, 2018
Mistie not really sure what to say . Although I haven't seen you or Craig in many years . Seeing his picture and reading about his and your life brought back so many fond memories.. I smile when I think of all the time we spent riding dirt bikes or jumping off the ledges or just being part of the old qcp gang. He will be missed but he had a life well lived. God bless you both.
Jean Brown
June 1, 2018
Mistiie and family,
So sadden by the loss of Craig....
Way too young to leave you ..
May your pleasant and fond memeories help you through these difficult days.
Thinking of you all.
Jean Brown
June 1, 2018
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Sincere condolences to you, Mistie, and to Tyler and Kristina. My thoughts are with you.
Kelly Winter
Jeffrey Bacon
May 31, 2018
I'll miss you buddy!
Harry & Linda Norton
May 31, 2018
Dear Dane and family,
Our sincerest condolences at the very difficult time. May the Lord comfort you all.
Kristin Provost
May 30, 2018
Kristina, Shane, Tyler, Mistie and your entire family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Debbie Ploof Kruger
May 30, 2018
Mistie, Dane and the Bacon family, I am very sorry for your loss. I am sure there is a huge whole in all of your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Darlene Loyer
May 30, 2018
Dane, Diane and the Bacon family,
I am so very sorry for the loss Craig. I pray that God surrounds you with His loving care during this difficult time. Thinking of you all with love.
Lynn (Merchant) Johnson
May 29, 2018
To all the Bacon family,
I am so sadden to hear of the passing of Craig. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
May 29, 2018
Dear Mistie, Tyler, Kristina and your entire family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Craig will be sorely missed by you all and everyone he touched. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Mistie it was just recently that we had the chance to catch up and I was so thankful for that. I remember all the fun times we had as kids at the ledges and in QCP!! Great memories were made. Craig was always a part of them.
Sending love and hugs your way,
Lisa (Gage) Durette
June Desso Thibault
May 29, 2018
Mistie and family, Dane, Diane and Ben, Dale-So many memories growing up. The Bacon corner in Queen City. Wonderful neighbors and friends. Such a tragic loss of one so young. From pics with all of you at Bacon Acres life treated the family with many happy memories to share. My love, thoughts, and prayers go out to all. What a handsome man with that special Bacon smile
Laurianne Leonard
May 29, 2018
Hello Mistie and family,I am so sorry to hear about Craig.I have very fond memories of Mistie and Craig.I am praying for the Salvation of his soul and for Misty and your entire family.May God bless you and watch over you always!!!☺
Leigh Sykes
May 29, 2018
I have missed him each day for year, and I am sad each time I arrive at the becon ramp and he is not there. Tyler and family Gods and peace, treasure the time you had, and know that he was a good man.
May 29, 2018
Misty,
I am so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Mary (Croker) Sicard
Darlene Lebeau
May 29, 2018
Misty, I am so sorry for your loss! Prayers for you and ALL of your family to help you through this difficult time.
Sincerest condolences,
Darlene
Jayne Greene (Thomas)
May 29, 2018
So saddened by my cousins passing. I'll always remember the fun times we had as children at Bacon's Acres. Rest in peace Craig.
Stacey Peet
May 29, 2018
My heart breaks for Mistie and the entire Bacon family. Craig was a great friend to all and a very special man who always saw the good side of life. He will be missed by many.
Judy & Dan Pillsbury
May 29, 2018
Dear Mistie, Tyler, Kristina & family,
We are so sorry for your loss, you continue to be in our thoughts & prayers. Much Love to you all.
Jane Lajza (Butler)
May 29, 2018
Mistie, Dale, Dane, Diane and all of the family,
My deepest condolences to each and every one of you for having to lose Craig so young to such an awful illness as cancer. He will be carrying on in each of you that special, fun loving guy he was.
My heart goes out to Mistie - for losing your best friend and sole mate. Dale and Dane for having to lose a son and brother so early in his life.
May he rest in peace along his mom now.
Always
Jimmy Johnson
May 29, 2018
Very sorry to hear this news. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Patrick Dolan
May 29, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family
Tricia Smith
May 29, 2018
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all! I remember Craig as a kind and energetic guy!
Patti Bacon
May 29, 2018
'Uncle' Dale, Dane, Diane and family, and all of Craig's lovely family, I'm so sorry to learn about Craig's passing. In a family full of fun, lively people who excel at telling a story or two, Craig was surely the liveliest and most fun of all--and very kind as well. Thinking of you all.
Fred Pierce
May 29, 2018
The world is going to miss Craig. Always a smile and a good laugh. My heart goes out to the entire family. There will be a void at "Bacon Acres". God speed old friend.
May 29, 2018
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie Johnson Adcock
Belva Bacon Rietta
May 29, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Belva Bacon Rietta
June Desilets
May 29, 2018
Mistie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember him as very easy to talk to and how much he loved his family.
Glad I got to go to your cabin in the woods, Mistie. I can imagine him riding those back roads.
Michael Dolan
May 29, 2018
Our heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to all the Bacon family. Thinking of you guys.
Love, Michael, Alta, and Kathleen Dolan.
Carole Bacon
May 28, 2018
Dale, I am shocked and saddened to hear about Craig. He was one of my favorite "cousins".
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