John Dale Bitner

I first met "Bit" in August, 1983, when I transferred to BIFC from our Washington Office as a Fire Management Officer and a Wildland Fire Investigator. My supervisor was F. Art Belcher, and, though technically I was to be Dale's supervisor during the summers when Kuna High School, where he taught and was a coach, was on summer break, I think I learned more from him about Interagency Fire Management than he could from me. I found him to be an honest, fun-loving friend, and after 8 1/2 years...

I am so sorry to hear about Dale's untimely passing. My deepest sympathy to Brenn and Brendi, their families and Marcie. He left too soon. Although I have not seen him for a few years, I will miss talking with him on the phone. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

My deepest condolences to the entire Bitner family. Dale was always a leader. I remember as a kid he would organize softball games in an open lot in downtown Midvale for all of us kids around town to play. He was a leader on the football field and on the basketball court. Naturally he become a coach and teacher. He was friendly to everyone. Recently I was visiting my mom in Midvale. She said Dale Bitner came by and visited. He went out of his way to visit my widowed mother. That says...

Ronnie and Family
We were so sad to hear about Dale's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. So many wonderful memories of our families together. You are always in our hearts.

Dear Ron, Amy, and Family,
We were so very sorry to hear about John passing away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We will miss quite an extraordinary person who made an impact on all who knew him. Carry on his legacy!
From the Heart,
Mike and Sue Sasaki

My dad (Hugh Snapp) loved to attend Midvale basketball games. Mainly because of Butch. Dad quite often yelled at referees when he thought he saw a bad call. Butch told me once that he always remembered my dad attending those games and how much he enjoyed his friendship and support. The feeling from my mom and dad was mutual. They loved Butch.
I only recall looking up to one young man when I was a kid in Midvale. That was Dale Bitner. Kindness, humor and respect. A wonderful example...

I celebrate your freedom from your pain and suffering. I rejoice in your joyful reunion with our loved ones who have come and gone before us, Beloved Aunt Barb, Uncle Bud, Dad, Uncle Jack, and all the others. I love that we got to spend time together. I miss your physical presence here, it hurts. Love always and forever, your cousin, sheila

Hugs and Loves to the Bitner family and Marcie Young. We love Mr. Bitner!