Shirley Bitter

SHIRLEY BITTER IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Shirley Joyce Bitter, 75, of Idaho Falls, passed away November 20, 2006 at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. She was born March 12, 1931, in Waltham, Massachussetts, the oldest of three children, to James Leroy Parker and Hilda Jones. She grew up and attended schools in Malden, Massachusetts. She married Verl Lee Bitter August 25, 1951, in Norfolk, Virginia. Together they started their life in Norfolk until being released from the service. They started their family in Blackfoot, Idaho, and later settled in Idaho Falls. Their marriage was solemnized in the Idaho Falls Temple July 20, 1985. She worked as a Nurses Aid for a few years at Good Samaritan Nursing Center, returning to being a full-time homemaker. She enjoyed gardening, old movies, especially John Wayne, knitting, and making sure all of her family had their own afghan. Survivors include: Husband: Verl Lee Bitter, Idaho Falls, ID Son: David (Marcy) Bitter of Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Angela (Jim) Crawford Son: Dennis Bitter Daughter: Dian Shawver Grandsons: Christopher Shawver, Daniel Wilson, Michael Wilson, Lucas Wilson, and Derek Bitter Dustin Bitter, Thomas Bitter and Ty Bitter Granddaughter: Darady Bitter Great Granddaughter: Christin Shawver Great Grandson: Isaac Shawver, all of Idaho Falls. Sister: Barbara Zamutto Brother: Francis Parker, both of Massachusetts Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 25, 2006, at the Wood Chapel of the Pines, 273 North Ridge Avenue, Idaho Falls, with Bishop Larry Klingler of the Idaho Falls LDS 39th Ward officiating. The family will visit with friends Friday from 7 - 8:30 and Saturday at 12 Noon both at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. --------------------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: DALE HANSEN dalevtx@infowest.com To Verl and Family, I learned of Shirley's passing from Dean Ray today. On behalf of the Bitter Family and myself and my wife, we extend our condolences and loving wishes to you all. May the memory of your wife, mother and grandmother be a lasting legacy to you all. Our prayers go out for all of you at this time. Dale Hansen Chairman, Bitter Family Org. Elder David & Sister Patsy Lemons Brother Bitter & families, We are sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, mother, and& grandmother. Sorry we will not be able to attend the service for Shirley as we are serving a mission in Pennslyvania at this time. May God be with all of you at this time. Love Elder & Sister Lemons Gordon Davis lfdavis@comcast.net Verl, This is from Gordon Davis and my sister Donna (Janna) Davis. We heard about Shirley's death from the Dale Hansen. We send our condolences and our greetings to you. Donna said she would call you in a few days. We hope you are well. Roger Hodges Verl and family, I wish to express my sympathy to you at this time of loss. It is never easy to be parted from those we love so much. Verl, you have been a beacon and a shining example to all around on living your religion when it could have been so easy to have put it back down the list a few notches. I appreciate your personal interest in my life and the lives of my children. It was such a blessing for you to take interest and offer encouragement to those working to bring their lives back in line with the Lords precepts and teachings. Thanks for your interest in Linda and me. Your example, encouragement, and interest in us meant a great deal to us. Linda expressed concern and interest for you many times. Linda is now stationed in Kuwait. I have e-mailed her news of Shirley's passing. My the Lord bless you with comfort and understanding at this time and guidance from this point forward. Best Wishes, Roger Hodges and family