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Francis Bittner Obituary
Evansville, IN
Francis E. Bittner, 83, of Evansville, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at his home surrounded by family. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7
Francis was born July 2, 1934 in Evansville to the late Edward and Rose (Reinhart) Bittner. He was a former member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, current member of St. Boniface Catholic Church and had worked at Whirlpool Corporation for 44 years before retiring in 1996. Francis enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening and raising his cattle.
Surviving Francis are his wife of 64 years, Marilyn (Helfrich) Bittner; two daughters, Judy (Tim) Babcock and Janice (Tony) Paul; two sons, Randy Bittner and Russell (Mindy) Bittner, all of Evansville; four brothers, Melvin Bittner, James (Beverly) Bittner, Chester (Earleen) Bittner and Edward (Linda) Bittner; nine grandchildren, Kyle (Ashley) Babcock, Jenna (Jerod) Lucas, Jaci (Adam) Pabst, Lori (Eric) Jones, Jodi Bittner, Tony (Trista) Paul, Jr., Kelly Hoppel, Luke (Taylor) Bittner and Daniel Bittner as well as eleven great grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Francis was preceded in death by three sisters, Mildred Schultheis, Caroline Baehl and Elvira Godeke and by three brothers, Harold, Ralph and Earl Bittner.
There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rev. John Brosmer officiating. Entombment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.
Friends may visit with the family from 2:00 until 7:00 PM on Friday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 W. Franklin Street, where there will be a memorial service conducted by the church at 5:00 PM. Friends may also visit with the family from 12:30 PM until service time on Saturday at Sacred Heart Church, 2701 W. Franklin Street.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Boniface Catholic Parish, 1600 Glendale Ave, Evansville, IN 47712 or to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.
Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.
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Bettye Brock
May 9, 2018
Randy as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you feel the sweet peace and contentment that you had the BEST any man could have in a DAD. It is now GODs turn to enjoy him as only your family knows. Prayers and peace for you and your loved ones.
Jim Gorman
May 5, 2018
Marilyn and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Francis' passing.
I also regret that I was not able to come to his viewing or services.
My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
Blessings and peace in this very difficult time.
Jim Gorman (lifetime Wolf's patron).
Tonya Ours-Hurshman
May 3, 2018
Mary, Randy, Russ, Judy and Jan. I'm so sorry to hear of Fritz' passing. He was an amazing man and will be missed. Your families friendship has meant so much to ours. May God comfort you and your families in your time of need.
May 3, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this difficult time. We pray that knowing God understands and cares for you will give you strength and peace. 1 Peter 5:6-7
Linda
Patrick Mulherin
May 3, 2018
Russell you have my sympathy your father raised a fine family and left a legacy for all to follow.
Mary Jo Hanna
May 3, 2018
Jan,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Mary Jo Hanna
Deb Shipp
May 3, 2018
Jan,
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Deb Shipp
Diane Orange
May 3, 2018
I remember him from whirlpool very very nice man with a very nice smile. My deepest sympathy I know he will be missed.
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