Phyllis Mae Bitler

Phyllis Mae Bitler

Phyllis Bitler Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 12, 2025.
Phyllis Mae Bitler passed away at her home November 2, 2025. She was born December 1, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Meriam and Harry Reese.

She is survived by her daughter Diane Thomas and her spouse Gene Thomas of Momtoursville, PA. She is also survived by her son-in-law Thomas Hill of Jersey Shore, PA. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 3 great great children plus many nieces and nephews.She was predeceased in death by 2 sisters, Janet Smith and Francis Snyder, her daughter Andrea Hill and son Michael, and 3 grandchildren Jonathon Snyder, Brenna and Casey Thomas.

A memorial service will be held at Bethel United Methodist Church on Montour St. in Montoursville on December 13, 2025 at 11:00am with a luncheon to follow.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Phyllis Bitler's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Make a Donation
in Phyllis Bitler's name

How to support Phyllis's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Phyllis Bitler's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Phyllis Bitler's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?