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ROBERT V. BACON, 90 BYRON - Robert V. Bacon, 90, lifelong resident of Oregon and Byron, died Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2012, at Pinecrest Manor, Mount Morris, after a long illness. He was born in Oregon and graduated from Oregon High School. After working for E.D. Etnyre and KOL - Master, Bob enlisted in the U.S. Navy Seabees in October 1943 and served in the South Pacific until January 1946. Upon his return to Oregon, he was employed by Quaker Oats in Oregon and Rockford for the next 40 years. His humor was well recognized by the Quaker Oats Old-Timers Club and his many friends. He was a lifetime member of Oregon Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8739. Bob is survived by wife, Jacqueline Medins Bacon; daughters, Suzette (Tim) Mahurin and Annette Bacon; sister, Jane (Dean) Barr; and stepson, Peter (Becky) Medins. He was predeceased by parents, Burns V. Bacon and Anna (Dirksen) Bacon; brother, "Bud" (Loretta) Bacon; and sister, Evelyn (Jiggs) Burright. Private services are pending. Memorials may be directed to Pinecrest Manor in Mount Morris or Oregon VFW Post 8739. Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home assisted the family. For information: farrellhollandgale.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9, 2012.

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Suzy Mahurin

November 2, 2020

Every time I hear a train whistle I think of my dad. When I was little he took me to see trains at the Oregon Depot. Miss him. I really miss his humor!

Jeanne

November 20, 2012

Suzie and Annette,
All the memories you have of your Father will help you thru your journey. Peace be with you both.

Cyndi

November 17, 2012

Annette, With deepest sympathy and compassion for the loss of your dad. May you always remember the love and happy memories.

Dorothy Lingo

November 16, 2012

Suzy: Your Dad certainly brought smiles to many people. What a wonderful gift he shared! Bob is now resting peacefully.

Peggy Lingo

November 16, 2012

Suzy: We're so sorry for the loss of your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you.

November 13, 2012

Annette -

I know this was not unexpected, but it is still a great loss. Puch and I send our love and thoughts.

Jan

Jeanne Tyson

November 13, 2012

Suzie-In loving memory of your father.

Sammie Jackson

November 13, 2012

Suzy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He had a good run, now is his time to rest peacefully. Love you and remember were here for you if you need anything!

November 13, 2012

I was never able to meet Bob, but I felt like I knew him. Suzy talked about her dad a great deal and the funny stories he would tell. So my thoughts and prayers go out to Suzy and Annette. With Love, Tammy Porter

November 12, 2012

Annette, Thought and prayers are with you and your sister with the passing of your father. I am so glad that I was able to visit with him this past year at Pinecrest. He was always so cheery and upbeat. Peace be with you. Anne

Marsha Heizer

November 10, 2012

Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Annette.

Cathy Davis

November 9, 2012

Annette, you are in our thoughts and prayers and we are so sorry for your loss. We hope that the love of family and friends will sustain you in this difficult time.

Cathy and Ted

November 9, 2012

Annette, You are in our thoughts and prayers and are so sorry for your loss. We hope that the love of family and friends will sustain you in this very difficult time.
Cathy and Ted

jane hunt

November 9, 2012

This candle is for you and for Annette.

Jane hunt

November 9, 2012

Annette will miss you. You have a wonderful daughter.

November 9, 2012

Annette -- my thoughts and prayers are with you and your sister. I know how hard it is to have lost both parents. My heart goes out to both of you. Love and hugs -- Cornelia

Fourth Church Deacons

November 9, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time, Annette.

Deacons Fourth Church

November 9, 2012

May God bless your family, Annette! Love from Fourth Church Deacons.

November 9, 2012

Annette, we are very sorry for your loss. Know that he is at peace. Karen and Larry

Annette Bacon

November 9, 2012

I miss you Dad. Love, Annette

Carol Doty

November 9, 2012

Bob, we'll miss you and your great sense of humor. I know you are in a better place now.

November 9, 2012

I miss you Dad. Love, Annette

Suzy Mahurin

November 9, 2012

Love you dad-Suzy

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