Harrison Bacon (1931-2025)

Harrison Bacon, 94, of Canonsburg, passed away on August 23rd, 2025 at UPMC Washington. He was born in Midland on April 16th, 1931, a son of the late William M. and Elizabeth Bacon.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife, Janice Rosalie Thomas Bacon and 8 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his three children, Prudence E. (Douglas Plum) Bacon-Benson, Spencer C (Karen A.) Bacon and Jules S.C. (Karen L. Mejia) Bacon, eight grandchildren, along with numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews as well as his adopted family and Joe “Chip” Winstead. Harrison was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Korean War. Harrison was known to all as a devoted Jehovah’s Witness. His faith was the cornerstone of his life, leading him to be deeply involved in his community, giving selflessly of his time and resources. He spent almost 40 years volunteering at the local food bank, touching countless lives along the way. He was a dedicated laborer by trade and was a proud member of the Local Labor Union 833. He was a man who thrived on activity, from yard work to climbing on the roof, he approached every task with vigor and enthusiasm. Despite his active lifestyle, Harrison also had a softer side. He was a lover of literature and photography, using these hobbies as a means to express his creative side. Above all, he cherished the opportunity to teach and share his knowledge with others, carrying this passion into his preaching about the Lord. Harrison was a man of many facets, each one contributing to the rich tapestry that made up his extraordinary life. Friends will be received on Thursday, August 28th from 4 P.M. until the time of service at 6 P.M. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3122 37th Street Extension, Beaver Falls. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls. Interment will be private at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.