John Joseph Bacon

John Joseph Bacon, a longtime resident of Quincy, passed away on Saturday, September 14th. He was 92.

He was born in Boston and raised in Milton by Mina (English) and Edward J. Bacon. John grew up in Milton and after high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. John served for four years before returning home. He learned to cook while serving and brought those skills back home with him. He worked as a baker and cook for many years. In 1970, he continued his education at Bryant and Stratton College. He earned his associate’s degree in business there in 1972.

John met his wife, Louise M. (Prezioso) in the early 1950’s and they were married in 1954. They settled in Quincy and had 3 children and 68 wonderful years together before Louise’s passing. John’s life centered around his family. He will be remembered as hardworking, honest and extremely devoted to his wife, children and family.

John ran in high school and continued to do so late into his 60’s. He was a sports enthusiast, often watching baseball and football, and sometimes hockey. He always knew the key players names and kept up with the scores of the teams he watched.

Beloved husband of 68 years to the late Louise M. Bacon (Prezioso). Loving father to Susan Devoe and her husband Stephen of Revere, David Bacon and his wife Ivanilde Magali of Stoughton and the late John Bacon. Adoring grandfather to Anthony Bacon, Stephanie Devoe and Sean Devoe.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Saturday, September 21st, from 10-11 AM in the Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY. Immediately following the visitation a Funeral Home Service will be held in the Keohane Funeral Home, Quincy at 11 AM. Burial in Pine Hill Cemetery, Quincy.