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In accordance with Deloris’s wishes, private services were held.
Caledonia– Deloris Carol (nee: Ginn) Bacon, age 79, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, May 30, 2019 at her daughter’s home in Caledonia.
Deloris was born in Knoxville, TN on July 18, 1939 and came to Racine in the early 1960’s. On December 19, 1965, she was united in marriage with the love of her life & soulmate, Merlin James Bacon. A part of Deloris died the day her beloved Merlin passed away on February 9, 2018.
Active with her children’s education and volunteer of the PTA at Olympia Brown, Deloris went on to become employed with Racine Unified School District and eventually with Lincoln Lutheran Nutrition Program as a site manager at the dining center at the Cesar Chavez Community Center (Douglas Park), from where she retired after almost 15 years of service. Among her interests, she enjoyed crafts, knitting, floral arranging, and had a special place in her heart for all animals, especially cats. Above all, Deloris was all about her family and loved spending time with her grandchildren.
Surviving are her son, James (Lee) Bacon; daughter, Jennifer (Ricardo) Alvarez; grandchildren, Ryan, Abby, Taner, Ashley, Ricardo & Anyssa; great-granddaughter, Ava; other special relatives and friends.
In accordance with Deloris’s wishes, private services were held.
Tina Shaw says
Love you mom . You will deeply missed by many. Until we meet again.
Michelle caley says
So sorry for your loss
J. Flowers says
Dear family and friends, I’m very sorry for your loss. Those who have lost loved ones in death are comforted beyond measure by the bible-based hope of the resurrection at John 5:28, 29. I hope this scripture brings you comfort.
Jo Ann Brown, Hospice Social Worker says
Jenny and family:
I am so sorry for your loss. You worked so hard to keep her comfortable in your home. Thank you for allowing us to assist in her care in her final journey. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly and Joe says
Our condolences to the family . She was a joy in the brief time we knew her.
Dan Deanna Thompson says
A special friend has left us. RIP Dottie
Jody Andersen says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sending love and prayers.
Robert Bartlett says
Jim I very sorry for your loss you have all my sympathy hey God bless her soul she was a great woman I loved her dearly God bless
Joanne Olson says
You have my deepest sympathy Jim. I have such good memories with your parents. Our family is shrinking fast. I hope to see you in Richland County this year. God Bless
Joan and buddy borland..hub city wi. says
Joan and buddy borland.our heart goes out to the family.r.i.p
Tracy Derby says
I feel truly blessed to have known your mom for so many years, my condolences are with you and your family. I will treasure the time I spent with her!