Perry Bitzel Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Perry Bitzel, 83, of Crescent City, IL, passed away on Friday, May 13, 2016. He was born on February 28, 1933 in Legro, IN, the son of Allie Bitzel and Florence (Scott) Bitzel. Perry married Mabel Hoover in Kentland, IN on June 8, 1957. Mr. Bitzel worked for the Laborer Union for 50 years. He enjoyed fishing, mowing, doing yard work, playing cards, and watching politics. Surviving Mr. Bitzel is one sister-in-law, Doris Bitzel of Sheldon, IL; one grandson, Shawn Bitzel of Crescent City; several nieces and nephews including: Tony Bitzel and Tanya Kazy of Cleveland, TN, Susan Wynn Bence of Watseka, and Kenneth Bitzel of Diamond, IL. He is also preceded in death by both parents; wife, Mabel Bitzel; sisters, Betty and Annabell; brothers, Kenneth, Bill, and John; and son, William “Bill”. Visitation will be held on Monday, May 16, 2016 from 4-8pm, at Baier Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at 11:00 am, at Baier Funeral Home. A one hour visitation will take place prior to services. Pastor Joseph Hughes will officiate. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka. Memorials in Mr. Bitzel's name can be made to Donor’s Choice.

Perry Bitzel

February 28, 1933 - May 13, 2016