Celebrating the life of
Virgil E. Bacon, Jr.
September 21, 1921 - September 27, 2013
Virgil E. Bacon, Jr. - EULONIA - Virgil "Pee Wee" Bacon, 92, died September 27, 2013 at home surrounded by loved ones. He was born September 12, 1921, is a native of Savannah, GA and a graduate of Commercial High School in Savannah. In WWII he served his country as a US Navy Aviation Gunner. He was employed by the US Postal Service for 40 years, was a member of Knights of Columbus and served on the St Patrick Day Committee.
Virgil retired to a small waterfront community in McIntosh County, GA in 1985 where he enjoyed fishing, crabbing and vegetable gardening. He will be remembered for his wonderful story telling skills and love of the Georgia Bull Dogs!
Virgil is survived by his wife of 64 years, Gwendolyn Tillman Bacon, sister, Virginia Hinely, son, Jerry Bacon, son, Chris Bacon Arlete, daughter, DeLaine Bacon, 6 grandchildren, Britt Bacon, Bennett Bacon, Erin Bacon, Sara Bacon, Cyrus Bacon, Ryan Bacon and one great grandchild, Phillip George.
A Memorial Service will be held at Fox and Weeks Funeral Home on Hodgson Memorial Drive in Savannah on Monday Sept 30 at 11:00 AM, with visitation at 10:00 AM followed by burial at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Baxley GA at 2:00 PM.
The family suggests any remembrances in his honor be made to the Wounded Warriors Fund.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
To the Bacon family, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Bacon's passing. I have many memories of Mr. Bacon from time spent with your family on Battey St. while growing up in Savannah. I know that you'll cherish the many memories you have of him. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
- Liz Deason Purdee, Guyton, GA
Chris just heard about PeeWee passing.what a great guy .you,Jerry and Delaine we so lucky to be blessed with agreat Dad and Mom.Gwen and PeeWee always treated me like family.I loved them both.Hope you all smile every time you think of him. love pat cooney
- pat cooney, charleston, SC
Chris, Arlete, Erin & Ryan, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during the difficult time. Johnny, Lee, John & Michael
- The Burke Family, Savannah, GA
To the Bacon family, I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Bacon's passing. I have many memories of Mr. Bacon from time spent with your family on Battey St. while growing up in Savannah. I know that you'll cherish the many memories you have of him. Will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
- Liz Deason Purdee, Guyton, GA
Chris just heard about PeeWee passing.what a great guy .you,Jerry and Delaine we so lucky to be blessed with agreat Dad and Mom.Gwen and PeeWee always treated me like family.I loved them both.Hope you all smile every time you think of him. love pat cooney
- pat cooney, charleston, SC
Chris, Arlete, Erin & Ryan, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during the difficult time. Johnny, Lee, John & Michael
- The Burke Family, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
