Raymond Michael Bitel's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas

Raymond Michael Bitel

August 26, 1938 - May 17, 2026 (87 years old)

Wichita, Kansas

Raymond Michael Bitel's obituary , Passed away on May 17, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas

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Raymond Michael Bitel

August 26, 1938 - May 17, 2026 (87 years old)

Wichita, Kansas

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Raymond Michael Bitel Obituary

The memory of Raymond Michael Bitel (Wichita, Kansas), who passed away on May 17, 2026 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Raymond may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Raymond touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Amelia Bitel and Vincent Bitel; his wife Sue Ann Bitel (Gumerman); his children, Scott Michael Bitel of McPherson, KS and Shelley Marie Casagrande (Bitel); his brother Ray; Steven Casagrande of Breckenridge, CO..

In lieu of flowers, the family suggest that you tell someone meaningful in your life that you love them.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
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May 22

Rosary

St. Mary Catholic Church
2300 E Meadowlark Rd, Derby, KS 67037

Fri

May 22

Funeral Mass

St. Mary Catholic Church
2300 E Meadowlark Rd, Derby, KS 67037

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