Raymond Leon Bacon went into the loving arms of his Savior on August 13, 2014, at age 86, after living many years in Bethany, OK. Raymond was born August 21, 1927 on the family farm in Cowden, OK to Jacob and Lula Bacon. He was a loving husband, dad, papa, and friend. He married Janaree Maynard on April 14, 1951. Following graduation from Southwestern State College, Raymond joined the U.S. Navy and retired after 20 years of service. He later retired from Liberty National Bank after 20 years in banking. He was a member of the Fleet Reserve Association for over 40 years and served as President of the local branch 4 terms. Ray loved volunteering at his church where he served as a deacon and enjoyed membership 47 years. Ray and Jan enjoyed traveling and had visited all 50 states. Ray was preceded in death by his parents and step-dad, Garland Walker. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Jan; 2 daughters, Patti James and husband Troy, Cheryl Telford and husband Darren; 8 grandchildren, Shellie, Jordan, Julia, Natalie, Clark, Candace, Samuel, Audra; and 2 great-grandchildren, Jack and Madeline. Viewing will be Sunday, 11am-9pm, with family present from 3-5pm at Mercer-Adams. Services will be Monday, August 18, 10:00am at Putnam City Baptist Church with interment at 3:00pm in Lawnview Cemetery, Cordell, OK. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Putnam City Baptist Church, 11401 N. Rockwell, OKC 73162.
Funeral Service
Monday, August 18, 2014
10:00 AM Putnam City Baptist Church
11401 N. Rockwell
Oklahoma City, OK 73162