Jason L. Bitting‚ 29‚ a career firefighter with the Keokuk Fire Department‚ died on December 22‚ 1999‚ when a flashover trapped him and two other firefighters as they tried to rescue children from a structure fire. All three firefighters and three of the children died. Bitting‚ a six-year veteran and certified first responder‚ helped with fire safety programs for children.
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I love you dad
– Tyler BittingMay God rest your soul Jason , we were college roommates and friends and I had no idea this had happened because we lost touch after leaving Adrian College MI. in 1988, 1989… I am so very sorry for your loss Tyler….
– Karl KrawczakJason, you are forever in our hearts. I know you are watching your children and are so proud. They turned out wonderful. I see you in all of them and it gives me great comfort. Your son is a chip off the old block. Love you always, your sister in law.
– ConnieYou are my hero and the biggest inspiration anyone could ask for. I am honored and so proud to call you my dad. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. I will love you to infinity and beyond. Sweet Angel.
Love, your daughter.
– Madison BittingYou are forever my hero and the biggest inspiration anyone could ask for. I’m beyond honored and so proud to call you my dad. Not a single day goes by that I do not think of you. I will love you to infinity and beyond. Sweet angel.
Love, your daughter.
– Madison BittingDear Bitting Family, please know Jason will never be forgotten, even after 20 years. Jason is a true HERO
– Lisa HopmanForever in our hearts! Cheers to the greatest man I never knew!
– Jeff thurmanI find so much inspiration through the daily struggle. I can feel you around us everyday! We love you dad.
– Katelyn ThurmanI never had the honor of knowing you but I have had the honor of knowing your wife and children and how amazing they are. Colleen is one of my best friends and watching your children grow and become the wonderful adults they have become is a blessing. RIP Jason. My love and prayers to you today and everyday, Colleen, Kate, Madison and Tyler. I love you all ❤
– Evelyn GilpinYou have made the ultimate sacrifice and I will never forget your name my friend. May you rest in peace and always be remembered by you loved ones.
– Lee kephartForever in my heart and in my soul
– ColleenEven though I didn’t know Jason I can only imagine how proud he must be of how his family has made it through. Losing a son, Lyndle I can’t imagine & for you, kids who are now all adults bless you & prayers reaching you today on this tragic anniversary. Jason was & will always be a hero
– Carolyn (Bitting) Latimer