L. Larry Bittle, age 78 of Carbondale, formerly of Union County, died Saturday, January 19, 2019 at the Memorial Hospital in Carbondale. He was born August 24, 1940 in Anna, the son of Leonard S. and Helen Frances (Friese) Bittle.Larry is survived by his daughter, Shelley Bittle and son, Barry (Missy) Bittle both of Marion; two grandchildren, Trace and Jerzy Bittle; sister, Melody (Bill) Gamber of Anna; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister, Phyllis Darlene Bittle.Funeral Services are being conducted privately for the family.