Gerald Bacon
June 26, 1943 — March 21, 2010
Gerald Dean Bacon, 66, of Gothenburg, passed away on March 21, 2010 at Gothenburg, NE.
Jerry was born on June 26, 1943 to Hubert and Hazel (Cloyd) Bacon at Hermiston, OR and his family moved to Willow Island, NE when he was a child. He grew up at Willow Island and attended country school there. He graduated from Cozad High School and later Mid-Plains Community College. He served his country in the Air Force from 1965-69. He lived at North Platte, McCook and Gothenburg.
Jerry married Susan Haney on July 13, 1969 at the First Presbyterian Church in Gothenburg, NE. After their marriage, they made their home in Gothenburg and raised their 2 daughters.
He worked as a diesel mechanic, outside parts salesman, shop foreman, and a service manager. He was an avid Husker fan, collector of farm toys, cars and trucks. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Jerry is survived by his loving spouse of 40 years Susan, brother - Richard (Pat) Bacon of Glenwood City, WI; sister - Linda (Mark) Prigge of Saint Paul, MN; daughters - Camilla Sue Canning of Columbus, GA, Amanda (Travis) Shively of Lincoln, NE; brother-in-law - Ted (Bettie) Haney; aunt - Rose Jacox of Billings, MT; granddaughter - Chloe; grandsons - Magnus, Oliver; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Hubert and Hazel Bacon, and a brother, Eddie Lee Bacon.