Helen "Gretz" Virginia Bitner

April 26, 1924 - July 22, 2013

Helen "Gretz" Virginia Bitner, 89, of Chambersburg passed away on Monday, July 22, 2013 at Manor Care. She was born on April 26, 1924 in Chambersburg, the daughter of the late Mark and Leona Monn. Helen was a graduate of Chambersburg High School and a member of both the V.F.W. and American Legion Auxiliaries. "Gretz" was a homemaker who loved to travel, dance, playing Bingo and cards and was involved in numerous card clubs. Helen never missed a chance to go shopping or out to eat. She is survived by her son, Gerald Michael "Mike" Bitner; a grandson Jason Bitner both of Chambersburg; a daughter-in-law - Faye (Bitner) Cowan, former daughter-in-law - Darlene Etcheberger; a special niece and caregiver Shirley Conner and other nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald "Gus" Bitner, a son, Gregory Parker Bitner and a brother Jerry Monn. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, July 29, 2013 in Norland Cemetery with the Revs. Henry Johnson, and Mark Ruzicka officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.sellersfuneral home.com