Michele R. Bittles' Obituary
Michele R. Bittles, age 58, of Tamaroa, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:55 p.m., in SSM Heath DePaul Hospital, St. Louis, MO, surrounded by her family.
Michele was born on February 26, 1965 in Evansville, IN, a daughter to Cecil and Oletta (Morrison) Elschide. On June 14, 1985, she married Thomas J. Bittles at the courthouse in Kentucky and he survives. She worked for 13 years as a factory worker for Nascote Industries. Michele enjoyed working puzzles, baking and shopping. Her passion was spending time with her family and friends especially with her grandchildren. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas J. Bittles of Tamaroa, IL; one son, Thomas J. (Brianna M.) Bittles II of Pinckneyville, IL; one daughter, Brittany Renee (Nigel Joseph) Pitman of Tamaroa, IL; one sister, Toni D. (Gary Purviance) Louden of Grandview, IN; six grandchildren, Blaze Pitman, Jaden Pitman, Conner Pitman, Paycen Bittles, Paxton Bittles, and Parker Fullerton; one dog, Snots; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil and Oletta (Morrison) Elschide; one brother, Henry "Billy" J. Jeffries; and dog, Slinky.
A memorial service will be held at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL on Friday, March 8, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor James Clardy officiating.
A memorial visitation will be at Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL on Friday, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the family.
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