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John Bitting Obituary
John R. Bitting, 91, Breinigsville, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2010, in the Lutheran Home at Topton.
He was the husband of Carolyn E. (Bogert) Bitting and the late Naomi M. (Moll) Bitting, who died in 1978.
John was a salesman for Emmaus Ford for more than 10 years before retiring.
Previously, he was a Realtor for Pillsbury & Roth in Allentown. Prior to that, he owned and operated a bottling company in Emmaus.
Born in District Township, Berks County, he was a son of the late Robert F. and Susanna M. (Kale) Bitting.
He was a member of the United Church of Christ congregation at Huff's Union Church, Alburtis, where he was a former council member and active in Sunday school for many years.
John was an Army veteran of World War II.
He also was a member of Pikeville Sportsman Association.
Surviving in addition to his wife, Carolyn, of 17 years, are stepsons, Tracy Dietrich, and his wife, Tracy, Covington, Ga.; and Kyle Dietrich, and his wife, Amy, Trexlertown; a brother, Roy F., Easton; and step grandchildren: Elias, Sarah and twins, Keeley and Addison.
John was predeceased by daughters, Karen and Joan; a brother, Phillip; and sisters, Bernice and Arlene.
Services will be Saturday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m. in the church at 540 Conrad Road, Alburtis, with Pastor Jane M. Kropa presiding. Calling hours will be Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. in the church. Continuing interment services immediately following in the adjoining church cemetery.
Arrangements by Schmoyer Funeral Home, Breinigsville. www.schmoyerfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Huff's Church Capital Improvement Fund, 540 Conrad Road, Alburtis, PA 18011.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bitting
February 2, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family.
I knew John from his days volunteering with Meals on Wheels of Lehigh County. He was a real gem!
He started volunteering in 1984 and stopped in 2000. He had 2,224 hours of service and drove 9,183 miles. Wow!
It was quite a pleasure knowing John and working with him.
Dorothy Bloom
Meals on Wheels of Lehigh County
kyle dietrich
January 29, 2010
Pop, I know in my heart that you are resting peacefully now. No more pain. Mom will be taken care of, and we will tell the girls all about their pappy when they are older. we love you and will miss you. Kyle and Amy
Joanne Benfield
January 28, 2010
I heard so many good stories from John - every time I fly I remember John's advice to me after I told him I would be flying for the first time. He said "Ask the pilot if he kissed his wife that morning." Of course, I asked why. He said if he kissed her, he wants to get home as much as you do. He has always been a great encouragement to me to keep going on even when I thought I couldn't through the hard times in my life. Keep going Carolyn. My love and prayers are with you
Jamie Weller
January 28, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I know John from Church.
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Linda Gorr
January 28, 2010
Carolyn, Kyle & Amy
With sincere sympathy, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary, Linda & Jamie Gorr
Jeff & Robin Leiby
January 28, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers Aunt Carolyn, Cuz Kyle and Cuz Tracy. Let us know if there is anything we can do Love always,
Donna (Muth) Reidenhour
January 28, 2010
Roy (Butcher)
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family at this time. I will hold you in my prayers.
Gloria Zimmerman
January 28, 2010
Sending sincere sympathy to Carolyn and her family. Treasure your many memories as they will give you some comfort.
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