George Bitar was born on September 28, 1923 in Brooklyn, New York to parents, Nassim and Olga Bittar. His mom passed away when he was very young, George and his siblings attended boarding school in New York while his father continued to operate the family store and provide for the family.
As George grew and finished high school, he got a job as a bellman at a hotel. He met the love of his life, Arlene Samen in 1941, before they could begin their life together, he was drafted into the U.S. Army.
He entered the Army on February 12, 1943 at the age of 20. He served his country during World War II and was in battles and campaigns in Naples, Italy, Rome, Southern France, Germany and various places in Central Europe. He served as a rifleman and was proficient with the automatic rifle, pistol, bayonet, and the trench knife. He received the Purple Heart, Good Conduct Medal, and also was the recipient of the Eameto Ribbon during his time in the military. He was a proud veteran of World War II.
After the war, George was discharged from the U.S. Army on October 2, 1945. Shortly after leaving the Army, George reunited with his love, Arlene and soon thereafter they got married. They were happily married on November 12, 1945 in New York. After they got married, they moved to Miami, Florida and began a family together. In Miami, they made their home, raised their sons, and enjoyed spending time being around their family. George and Arlene enjoyed a night on the town listening to bands and dancing together. One of his favorite singers was Glenn Miller. He always enjoyed organizing family gatherings and one of the places they often visited was Crandon Park.
George worked for the City of Miami as a Plant Supervisor. He retired in 1978 after 32 years of service. After he retired, Arlene and George began to travel together. Their travels gave them many adventures. They loved taking road trips out west and visited various places such as New Mexico, Colorado, and the Grand Canyon, just to name a few. They also enjoyed cruises, George and Arlene took many cruises to the Caribbean with their family.
George and his family relocated to Weston, Florida in 1983, where he and Arlene lived until she passed away in 2008. He was always seen working in his yard and took great pride in the landscaping of his home. He was featured and awarded Best Landscaped Yard in his local community magazine.
George was a family oriented man, devoted husband, and loving father.
He loved to be around friends and family. George would light up the room when he entered. He became a friend to everyone wherever he would go, and people enjoyed listening to his stories. He took pleasure in family traditions, dancing and listening to music, and traveling with his wife. His family and friends will always remember him as a jovial, caring, kind, and good hearted person.
George was a beloved son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. He is predeceased by his older sister, Helen Dow, and his younger brother Raymond Bittar, and his beautiful wife, Arlene, whom he was lovingly married to for sixty-three years.
George is survived by his three sons: Randall and his wife Sharon, Brian and his wife Angie, and George Jr. He was a proud grandfather to eight grandchildren Randy, Christopher, Kelly, Jennifer, Kristi, Brian Jr., Brandon, and Jordan. He was blessed to be a great grandfather numerous times.
George will be dearly missed.
The family would like to thank you for your heartfelt condolences and all your prayers.
A visitation for George will be held Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Forest Lawn Funeral Home South, 2401 Southwest 64th Avenue, Davie, Florida 33317. A funeral service will occur Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 12:00 PM, 2401 Southwest 64th Avenue, Davie, Florida 33317. A committal service will occur Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 1:00 PM, 2401 Southwest 64th Avenue, Davie, Florida 33317. A reception will occur Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM, 2401 Southwest 64th Avenue, Davie, Florida 33317.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.forestlawnsouth.com for the Bitar family.
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