Willard "Jerry" Bacon, 81, died on Wednesday, April 9,2025. He was born in Springfield, Illinois and had been a Peninsula resident for over 50 years.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet A.  Bacon. Jerry was a member of Denbigh Baptist Church where he was involved with Awanas, Missions and Bible study. He was also a Mason.

Mr Bacon enlisted as a Private in the United States Army in March 1969.  In November 1978 he finished his service as a Chief Warrant Officer Two. He served 2 tours of duty in the Republic of Vietnam & was awarded multiple medals, including the Bronze Star. In retirement he became a Master Gardener and Beekeeper and enjoyed his vegetable garden.

Survivors include 6 children, Stephen V. Bacon (Jana) of Saint John's, MI, Kathy Damron (John) of Newport News, Judy Hall (Allan) of Newport News, Larry Weaver (Shelly) of Newport News, Billy Weaver (Danielle) of New Kent & and Jeff Weaver of Newport News; 20 grandchildren and 18 great-grand children.

A graveside service will be held at  3:00 PM on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Peninsula Memorial Park.

Memorial donations may be made to Denbigh Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 13010 Mitchell Point Rd., Newport News, VA 23601.

Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.