Margaret Driscoll Bittner
Margaret “Maggie” Driscoll Bittner, 80, formerly of Washington, died on Thursday, January 20, 2022.
Born in her family home, in May 1941, Maggie was the youngest child of Giles C. Driscoll and Romaine M. Wharton Driscoll.
After graduating from Immaculate Conception High School in 1959, Maggie attended Duquesne University where she received a bachelor’s degree in Education. Maggie taught elementary school in both Pennsylvania and Florida, where her favorite times were teaching young children how to read.
Maggie returned to Washington in 1977, where she lived for the next four decades. While living in Washington, Maggie changed careers, becoming a salesperson for several local furniture companies.
She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church and the Christian Mothers. She enjoyed traveling and beach vacations, as well as TV shows, particularly anything starring Tom Selleck.
Maggie married the love of her life, Joseph “Joe” Bittner, in June 1980, and together Maggie and Joe built a wonderful life together for many years until his passing in 2009.
Maggie was very fortunate to have enjoyed close bonds and camaraderie of many friends throughout her life, including her classmates from high school: Rosalie Selway, Joan Bruno, Judy Campsey, and Patti Maggi, with whom she remained close for over 60 years; all of her neighbors from days on Deer Drive in Washington; Marianne and Joseph Andy; Gary McMillen; and her best friend of over 55 years, Camille Porto.
She is survived by her son, John G. Hollis and his wife, Genevieve; her daughter, Camille Wolf and her husband Thomas; her three cherished grandchildren, John “Patrick” Hollis, Lauren Hollis and Makenzie Wolf; her nephews, Giles C. Driscoll, III., Thomas Driscoll, and Martin Driscoll.
She is predeceased by her daughter, Romaine Hollis; and her brother, Giles C. Driscoll, II.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the third floor nursing staff and hospice team at Paramount Senior Living in McMurray for their outstanding care and support. Maggie adored her buddies there and called it her home for five years.
Due to the current pandemic, religious services will be private and limited to immediate family members. All services will be private.
A public memorial service will be announced at a later date.
The family suggests memorial contributions be directed to the Washington Area Humane Society along with the charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R, Piatt, owner / supervisor, Andrew C. Piatt, director.