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Jean Rose Bittner

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Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East

Canal Fulton, Ohio

Jean Bittner Obituary

Jean R. Bittner, 77, passed away October 24, 2012 in Barberton.

Born in Alto, Tenn., she had been an area resident for over 60 years. Jean was the glue that held the family together as a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was never too tired to get the whole family together.

Preceded in death by her brothers, Wayne and Morris Patton, survivors include her husband, Jack; children, Teresa (the late Dave) Murphy, John (Jennifer) Bittner, Elaine (Randy) Weitzel and David (Lori) Bittner; grandchildren, David, Alisha, Johnny, Andrew, Isaac, Rachel, Michael and Gretchen; great-grandchildren, Alissa, Valerie, Trent and Ava; siblings, Don, John, Vera and Sue.

Per her wishes, cremation has taken place. Calling hours will be held Saturday, October 27, 2012, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Swigart-Easterling Funeral Home, 624 E. Cherry St. (Rt. 93), Canal Fulton. (Swigart-Easterling, 330-854-2356) www.swigarteasterlingfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Jean Bittner

21 Entries

Rachel Gotto

October 24, 2023

Miss you just as much as always. More focused on it today but you really are on my mind daily. Sometimes it hurts and it´s sad and frustrating that you´ve missed so much!! Sometimes it´s just remembering good things or your words of wisdom popping into my head when needed. In some ways I guess you could say I got used to you being gone and in other ways I feel I miss you more and not less over time. I try to think of you extra at bedtime because one night I had a dream with you. It wasn´t a crazy or strange dream, it was just normal us having coffee and talking. I keep trying to make that happen again. Maybe tonight will be the night. Anyway, I love you, Grandma Jean. XOXOXO

Jeff

May 3, 2022

Your sister has joined you, I hope you can enjoy a cup of coffee at the kitchen table and enjoy a long talk.

Rachel Gotto

October 25, 2020

8 years yesterday.... I still miss and think about you every day! Love you!!!

Rachel Gotto

October 23, 2019

Im not sure if the point of a legacy guest book is to come back and comment every so often but I guess thats what I feel like doing so... Alissa is 19 now and her memory of you is fading and random which I guess is normal but I hate it!! On a positive note , she is doing so well!! She works so hard with school and work! Everything you taught me to teach her is playing out well!! With the occasional hick up of course which is to be expected I suppose cuz like I said shes 19! Anyway, youre missing so much! Like, I married nick and we have two little boys, Jayden 7 and Jackson 3. You would adore them. They are adorable and ornery and oh so smart!! isaac and Brandise got married. Michael had a baby girl named Cali, shes 10 months now. Ava and Gretchen moved about 4 minutes from me and are doing great! But the thing youd love most is that my dad has been sober for over 5 years now!!! I know thats a lot of information and those are only the highlights. There is so many day to day little things too. Good and bad that I wish I could call and tell you. And I typed it all so random but thats because I had a bottle of wine with aunt Elaine tonight because Im sad because I havent seen you for 7 years and Im struggling with that! Anyway, I know life goes on and it has so Ill try to only be consumed for today as the last time I saw you and tomorrow the day you died and then Ill resume normal daily missing you. Well I guess that covers the most important stuff. I love you so much and still miss you everyday! Like you always said about the grief of missing your parents, you never get over it, you just get used to it. So, until next time I update your guest book!! Xoxoxo

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Rachel Gotto

October 24, 2016

4 years today..... Still missing you every second. Love you!!!!

April 24, 2013

I honesty can't believe 6 months have past already. I just miss you so very much everyday! Alissa turned 13 last week which you know how crazy that is and it just really makes us so sad you missed it. Such a void without you.I love you Grandma.

October 29, 2012

To all of you whom Jean loved so dearly......words can't begin to express how much she will be missed! She was like a sister to me. In 40+ years of friendship I can't think of any disagreements or harsh words between us. We always came away from visits or conversations feeling better and uplifted! We will always treasure knowing Jean and will miss her. Thankfully, you all have loving, wonderful memories to draw on and keep you strong at this sorrowful time.
Sandi & Scott

October 29, 2012

God bless you all with the strength you need you need to see you through this sad time. The time I spent with Aunt Sis was always full of laughter. Thank you Lord for the time you gave us with her.

Virginia Beaver

October 27, 2012

Randy and Elaine, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. No one can take a Mothers place and she will be truly missed. Praying that God will hold you close and give you peace and hope for a better tomorrow. You are wonderful daughter. Love , Virginia

Melissa Kosco

October 26, 2012

Elaine, Randy and Family,
Treasure the wonderful memories that you have all been blessed with. Elaine your Mom was amazing and one of the sweetest people I have ever met. We all all saddened by this huge loss for all of you and want you and your family to know that we are all here for each and everyone of you.

Love,
Don, Melissa, Brandon, Hannah & Logan

Lois Bennett

October 26, 2012

My sympathies to the Bittner family. During this difficult time, take your strength from God, and your comfort from family and friends who loved Jean, and know that she rests today in Jesus' loving arms. God bless you all.

Jennifer Bittner

October 26, 2012

Jean, It has been an honor and a pleasure having you for my mother-in-law for the last nine years. I will miss family dinners and all of our talks together. You have definitely made an impact on all of us and it will be hard to not feel a void in our lives now. Jennifer

John Bittner III

October 26, 2012

Dad, Uncle David, Aunt Elaine and Aunt Teresa; The love between a child and their parent is so special. During this sad time, I hope we all can remember the wonderful memories with her and cherish them.
With love,

Karen Spencer

October 26, 2012

Elaine, David, Johnny and Teresa and family - there are no words I can say that will take away the pain you feel right now .... I know that you realize how lucky you were to have a mother like yours... Her family was her world, and she loved you all so much it really showed... and I know she meant so much to each of you too. They say that the more a person is loved and needed, the more they will be missed - and I know your mom will be dearly missed by many! Hopefully all the good memories will help you during this time... You are all in my thoughts

Elaine Weitzel

October 25, 2012

Mom, you are the kindest person I know and there is no word to describe how much I already miss you. I am trying to follow your words of wisdom right now: "Elaine, you cannot think of 2 things at once" - your advice when I am sad. I love you.

October 25, 2012

randy an elaine so sorry about your mom. we will see u on saturday. love mike, debbie nikki, an kasey

Laura (Barnes) Ashley

October 25, 2012

I am so very saddened to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a wonderful, cheerful person, and a loving neighbor and friend to me and all of my family for many years. I have so many fond memories of her, and my heart goes out to all of you. I will be keeping you all in my prayers.

Johnny Bittner

October 25, 2012

Mom, I can't possibly put into words how much you meant to me.I know you beleive in the resurrection and now time stands still for you.Knowing how you cared for everyone around you and going out of your way to help will make our days long waiting to see you again in the resurrection. I love you Mom.

Debbie Romanoski (Andrick)

October 25, 2012

I am so saddened about the passing of Jean. She has always been considered a member of our family. There are no words to describe the heavy hearts you are all carrying now, but hopefully with time and knowing how much she loved her family, you will be able to get through this sad time. You are all in our prayers and thoughts.

October 25, 2012

May the God of tender mercie's and of all comfort give strength at this trialsome time, you have my deepest condolence.

Bobbijo Werren (Andrick)

October 25, 2012

Johnny, David and Elaine: My most sincere condolences to you and your families. Your mom was one of the most kind, understanding and loving people I have ever met and she will be missed greatly. I'm sure words are of no comfort, but please know that you are all in my thoughts during this sad time.
With much love,

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