Joseph Patrick Bacon
OBITUARY
Joseph “Joe” Bacon, 70, of Altus, Oklahoma, passed peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. He was surrounded by his loving wife and children.
Joseph Bacon was previously from San Diego, CA, and was born on October 6, 1955, to Richard and Shirley Bacon. He graduated from Clairemont High School in 1973 and then, at 18, enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. In 1988, Joe received his BA from the University of Phoenix, and in 1990, he received his MBA in Public Administration from Golden Gate University.
During his military career, Joe served in Kuwait during Operation Desert Shield. His most notable mission was building a base in Italy for Ground Launch Cruise Missiles (GLCM). In Tucson, AZ, he established and trained GLCM special forces for 17 years. Joe retired after proudly serving 21 years as a Master Sergeant. He was recognized and awarded the Commendation Medal, Distinguished Presidential Unit Citation, and National Defense Service Medal. After retiring from the Air Force, he worked for civil service as a contractor at Altus Air Force Base in Oklahoma.
Joe was a comedian with a quick wit. He especially enjoyed a great joke and often shared “dad” jokes, imparting questionable wisdom to the kids. He always supported his family’s endeavors and cherished spending time with them. He relished playing family games, especially charades. His passions were painting, music, and history. Joe liked nothing better than sitting on the patio, watching the birds and dogs play, listening to audiobooks, and having philosophical discussions. He was steadfast and devout in his beliefs, could always make you laugh, and his family will remember him as such.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Leslie; their four children, Edward, Laura, Lydia, and her husband Derek, and Lacey; his granddaughter, Lennah; and his siblings, Lee, Rick, Christopher, and Diane. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Paul.
A private family service will be held at Fort Sill National Cemetery in Elgin, Oklahoma. Services will be held at 2 pm on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the Prince of Peace Catholic Church. A celebration of life will be held immediately following the service. Flowers are welcome and will be accepted at Lowell-Tims Funeral Home.