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John C. Bitzer
1923 - 2016
John C. Bitzer
1923 - 2016
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BORN
1923
DIED
2016
John Bitzer Obituary
Mr. Bitzer passed away August 1, 2016 at UHHS Geauga Regional Hospital.
He was born February 10, 1923 in Germany.
He was a proud U.S. Army Air Force Veteran and was an Ex Prisoner of War. He had been a ball turret gunner on a B-17 which was shot down over France in 1943. He was freed from a Prisoner of War Camp by American soldiers at the end of the war.
John was a design engineer at General Electric, retiring after 43 years. He received an Associate Degree from Fenn College. He enjoyed travelling, gardening, and photography.
Survivors include son Paul (Laura) Bitzer; step-daughter Kathleen (Richard) McPeak; grandchildren David (Olivia) Yates, Brian (Tasha) Yates, Travis Bitzer, and Leana (Justin) Eickholt; great-grandchildren Chapin, Oliver, and Abigail.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Marybelle; second wife, Marion; daughter, Mary Jane Philips; brother, Robert Bitzer.
Arrangements entrusted to Davis-Babcock Funeral Home, Willoughby. www.davisbabcock.com
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Brad Gair
August 31, 2016
John,
I am sorry for the loss of your dad. If he was as good a guy as you, which I am sure he was, the world lost a great man as heaven gained one.
Brad
Peggy Rickard (Bishop)
August 10, 2016
To John's Family,
I remember John being a truly valued volunteer at the Lake County Chapter of the American Red Cross. John and Marion gave many years volunteering for the Armed Forces Emergency Services program which facilitated emergency messages for local families of active duty military serving worldwide. It was always a comfort when John and Marion were "on-call" because they knew their responsibilities and always exceeded what was expected of them. Wonderful role models in many ways.
John gave so much of his life in service to others and it's always sad to lose another from this generation. He has, however, certainly earned his rest.
My sympathies to Kathy & Rick and the rest of John's family.
A Grateful American
August 9, 2016
Thank you for your faithful service to our country. You are truly a hero! May you now rest in the peace of Christ.
Mary Ellen Hathy Profeta
August 6, 2016
To the Bitzer Family. I am sorry for your loss! May your memories and love help you through this time. Sincerely Mary Ellen Hathy Profeta
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Clarice Palmer
August 3, 2016
As a friend to his youngest son John, and his daughters Ann and Peg, I regret not having the opportunity to have met Mr. Bitzer.
I pray for his soul, and thank him for his brave and dedicated service to our country. May he rest in peace.
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