John Paul Bitterle Obituary
We announce the death of John Paul Bitterle of La Porte, Indiana, who passed away on July 25, 2026, at the age of 78. John will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jack Leroy Bitterle and Marilyn Bitterle (Snook). He is survived by: his grandchildren, Troy Bitterle, Anthony "Tyler" Bowen (Mehal) and Ashlyn Bowen; his siblings, Tom Bitterle (Diane) of Pickney, MI, Beth McCarthy (Michael) of Bozeman, MT and Jim Bitterle of Northville, MI; his sister-in-law Jean Kelly of Baton Rouge, LA.; Linda Bitterle (Lockwood), Brandon Bitterle of Michigan City and Elizabeth Downs (Jeff) of La Porte.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, Fishtown Preservation Society or Holy Family Parish of La Porte.
