Sandra Jo Bittengle (Formerly Sidlow), 80 passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 18, 2021. She was born on November 17, 1940 to the late Joseph and June Sidlow.
Sandra is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert Bittengle, her daughter, Syndee (Steve) Robinson of Cincinnati, Ohio, her son, Lee Bittengle of Naples, Florida, as well as her sister, Sherrill (Joe) Matoskia of Shadyside, Ohio. She spent much of her life enjoying her three granddaughters, Elisabeth (Jerry) Stockley of Bentonville, Arkansas, Anna Robinson of Chicago, Illinois and Caroline (Joe) Trutie of Minneapolis, Minnesota and spending time with numerous cousins, nieces and nephews over the years.
Sandra had many friends and loved being a member of her card club playing Canasta. She also loved the sun and sand and would never pass up the chance for a beach vacation. After raising her children to adulthood and seeing them graduate from The Ohio State University, she decided to join the workforce. She worked several years at the Northern Division Court in Martins Ferry and several more at the Eastern Division Court in Bellaire. Sandra loved life and everyone in it. She will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lincoln Avenue United Methodist Church by CLICKING HERE or going to TMCFunding.com. Celebration of Sandra’s life will be held at a later date at the Lincoln Avenue United Methodist Church.
Arrangements by the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory 3900 Central Avenue Shadyside, Ohio.
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Post an EventLori Garrett-Bumba posted on 2/27/21
So sorry for your loss. She was such a sweet lady. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Kucera Family posted on 2/26/21
To Bob and Family. Our Sincere Condolences. She was truly a special person and will surely be missed. Our deepest sympathies.
Jim and Tina Busack posted on 2/24/21
Our condolences to the Bittengle family. Sandy and I knew each other through our children and she never missed an opportunity to ask about them. Always friendly, her personality shined. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John (Tony) Yocca posted on 2/24/21
To the Bittengle Family, I am so deeply sorry to hear of Sandra's passing. In addition to growing up in the same neighborhood, I had contact with her when she worked at Eastern Division Court. She was a wonderful person. My deepest sympathies.
Judie and Jim Holler posted on 2/24/21
Bob and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss.. sandy was always laughing and smiling. May God bless you all.
Janyce posted on 2/23/21
Dear Bob and Family. My boys and a I are so sorry to hear of Sandra’s passing. She was so great to us and I loved spending time talking to her when I came to clean. I will be missing her and our talks. Love & Prayers to all
Linda Gordon Baker posted on 2/23/21
Roger and I offer our prayers! We are so sorry! She was a wonderful spirited lady. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
john stanko posted on 2/23/21
Our sincere sympathy is extended to the Bittengle’s. Sandra was a wonderful wife , mother, Grandmother , and friend to many. May she rest in peace.
Tony Francis posted on 2/23/21
So sorry for your loss! A wonderful lady that was good to everyone.
Tami Gallaher, RN posted on 2/23/21
Bob, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She will be missed. It was a pleasure knowing her. May she Rest In Peace.
john s. veres posted on 2/22/21
Bob and family, So sorry for your loss.
Laurel Reisberger Jablonka posted on 2/22/21
We lived in the alley between 43-44 Street in the early 50’s. Sandra babysat for us and her Mom and Dad were friends with my parents. It was a great neighborhood with friendships that lasted a lifetime. God bless your family thru this difficult time. Laurel Jeff and Colleen.
Tom Vavra posted on 2/22/21
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sandra will be greatly missed. We spent a lot of good times when we were young
Lynn and Sandy Marling posted on 2/22/21
Sandy and I send our condolences to Bob and his entire family on the loss of a wonderful, lady. Sandy was one with a kind heart, sweet smile and loved life. May she RIP....
Cindi Clark Ellis posted on 2/22/21
So very sorry for your loss, Syndee and family.
Doug Campbell posted on 2/22/21
To the Bittengle family, please accept my most sincere condolences. Mrs. Bittengle will surely be missed by our entire community.
tim merryman posted on 2/22/21
Very sorry for your loss, she was a wonderful lady.
Sue Junkins posted on 2/22/21
Condolences to Bob, Syndee, Lee and extended family in the loss of Sandra. Farewell 'water girl'...my friend from the class of 1958 (Shadyside High). Always had a great laugh, personality...everyone loved Sandra. She used to call herself my 'watergirl' in typing class because my speed was good in the class and she was right behind me in accuracy. We had so much fun seeing who could capture the 'leading jet' on Pauline's (Swamberg) speed board on display. Keep her memory close and it will warm your heart in days to come.
We were treated like we were the most important people they’d ever served. They responded to every question and request promptly and professionally.
Colleen Reisberger Gullickson posted on 3/25/21
Our family lived very close to the Sidlows on 44th St. in Shadyside from the 1940's thru 1955. Sandra and Sherrill were our babysitters and they both hold a special place in our hearts. Our sincerest condolences. Jeff, Colleen and Laurel (Reisberger)