Ina Jean (Finney) Bitler, was born January 17, 1949, in Midland, MI, to Mike and Agnes (Bradt) Finney. She graduated from Midland High School in 1967.

Jean was an amazing cook and loved to be in the kitchen cooking for others. She also had a love for horses. Jean started riding at a young age in 4-H and began doing timed events with her horse, named Cheetah.

Right after graduating, she married Vernon L. Bitler, the love of her life. Together they raised two children, Diana K. and Douglas L. Bitler.

Jean earned an associate degree from Delta in nursing. She was the church secretary at East Ashman and Barryton Church of God. In 1977, the family moved to Barryton, MI, and purchased Barryton Family Pharmacy, where she worked alongside her husband. Jean attended the Barryton Church of God, where she cooked many meals for funerals, the church family, and community outreach.

Jean also took up a career as a Real Estate Agent under Eagle Realty. Then she became the office manager for a urologist until she retired.

Jean was preceded in death by: her parents, Agnes and Mike and mother-in-law, Bessie Bitler.

She is survived by: her beloved husband of 58 years, Vernon L. Bitler; daughter, Diana Bitler; son, Douglas (Sheila) Bitler; sister, Sharon (Bill) Kruskie; four loving grandchildren, Olivia (Brayden) Nelson, Isabel (Colton) Wright, Braden Bitler, and Heidi Bitler and many nieces, nephews, extended family and close friends.

Memorial contributions in Jean's name can be made to the Barryton Church of God. A celebration of life is planned for 11AM on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Barryton Church of God with Pastor John Mellish officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services with a luncheon to follow. Jean will be laid to rest next to her parents at Flake Cemetery, Barryton, MI. Until that time condolences can be left online at www.coreyfuneralhome.com.