James H. Bitterman, age 70, of New Port Richey, Florida
(formerly of Friendship, WI) died Wednesday, January 10,
2007 in New Port Richey, following a long, courageous
battle.
Memorial services will be 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, January
20th, 2007 at Roseberry�s Funeral Home in
Friendship, WI. Father James P. McNamee will officiate.
Military rites will be offered by the Adams VFW Post #6279;
the Adams American Legion Red Cloud Post #250; and the Grand
Marsh American Legion Snyder-Richardson Post #273.
Visitation will be Saturday, January 20th,
2007 from 11 a.m. until the time of service at Roseberry�s
Funeral Home.
James was born July 18, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to
Frank and Mary Bitterman. He was a veteran of the Korean
War, serving in the Marines. He married Linda C. Tobara on
November 7, 1981 in Adams, Wisconsin.
For many yrs James owned and operated heavy equipment,
prior to moving to Friendship, in 1981, where he made his
life with his family and many friends. James was an active
member of the Moundview Country Club, where he not only
enjoyed golfing, but worked as Ranger. During that time, he
also owned and operated J & R Golf Car Sales and Service.
When not working, he enjoyed fishing the beautiful lakes of
Wis. Due to illness, he moved to Florida in 2006, where he
finished enjoying life.
James was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Knights of
Columbus, and the Moundview Country Club. He enjoyed
golfing, fishing, and spending time with his family.
James was preceded in death by his parents, and one
brother, Richard Bitterman.
Survivors:
Wife: Linda Bitterman of New
Port Richey, FL
Daughter: Laura (Fred)
O'Halleran of Hebron, IL
Daughter: Ramona Bitterman of
Island Lake, IL
Daughter: Kathleen (Michael)
McDow of Wonder Lake, IL
Son: Daneil Bitterman of
McHenry, IL
Daughter: Deborah (John)
Rothlisberger of McHenry, IL
Daughter: Angela (Ed) Lowitzki
of Huntley, IL
Daughter: Jessica (James)
Haynes of Cocao, FL
Son: James (Melissa) Creaney
of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Son: Richard Bitterman of
Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Tammy Bitterman of
New Port Richey, FL
Brother: Frank (Sandy)
Bitterman of Stuart, FL
Brother: Robert (Barbara)
Bitterman of McHenry, IL
Sister: Susan (Ken) Prazak of
Norfolk, Ark
Brother: Thomas (Anne)
Bitterman of McHenry, IL
Sister: Lois Schiavone of
McHenry, IL
Sister: Jackie Empson of
McHenry, IL
Grandchildren: Autumn, Alec,
Christopher, Bradley, Rachael, Haley, Nicholas, Rebecca,
Alexis, Molly,
Eric, James, Emma, Kera,
Gavin, and Jonathan.
Great-Grandson: Jakob
In lieu of flowers, memorials be given to family
Roseberry's Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit
www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further
information.
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