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Robert Bitner Obituary

Robert J. Bitner, 70, of West Chester, Pa., died peacefully Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015, at Chester County Hospital.
Mr. Bitner was born in Greensburg, Pa., and spent his youth in DuBois where he attended DuBois Area schools prior to moving to Connellsville, Pa., in 1962.
Mr. Bitner resided in many locations in the United States and Canada during his highly successful 36-year career in the hotel industry.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Nancy Bitner; and his wife, Penny Nichol Bitner.
Mr. Bitner is survived by his son, Robert S. Bitner of West Chester, his daughter, Lisa VanWinkle (Kyle), and two loving grandchildren, Andrew and Megan, of Nonruell, Mass.
lnterment will be private.
The family suggests memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 2478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

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Published by The Courier Express from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2015.

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Arleene Gatto

February 4, 2017

Oh my God I am on my way to Florida and was going to stop by tried to get in touch with Ron or his father Bob and I saw the house is for sale and I know he went to join penny in heaven. ❤ he was such an amazing man. A good dad my great friend Ron. please contact me as soon as possible at 774-360-1022 I am so sorry my deepest condolences

Jack Barger

November 15, 2015

I lost track of Bob more than 50 years ago. We were classmates together at the DuBois Junior High School on Scribner Avenue, when we were both in 7th Grade, about 1958. I remember "Robbie" well. He and his family relocated away from DuBois, and I never saw him again, as we did not attend high school together, or graduate together. My circle of friends is slowly diminishing. My fond memories of "Rob", however, will continue forever. To his children, grandchildren and extended family, I offer my most sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one.

David Troy

November 14, 2015

Very sorry to hear about Bob, one of the best hotel sales professionals ever. Bob loved the customers - he was what the old timers in sales would have called " A customers Man" - the highest praise one could give to a sales professional - fair, ethical and loyal .
He was my close associate and trusted friend for many years - and stayed in touch long after business kept us together.I will always remember and miss him.
David Troy

Adrienne Davis-Brody

November 13, 2015

I had the privilege of working with Bob back in the 80's at the Sheraton Corporation in Boston. He was truly a wonderful person--always upbeat and encouraging. Sending my sincere condolences to his entire family. Adrienne Davis-Brody

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