John William Potter
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Visitation Schedule
Visitation
Roller-Ballard Funeral Home
306 S. Main
Benton, AR  72015
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
Avilla Zion Lutheran Church
300 Avilla E.
Alexander, AR  72202
Thursday, March 19, 2015
10:00 a.m.
Cemetery
Avilla Cemetery
300 Avilla E.
Alexander, AR  72202
Memorial Contributions
Memorial Contributions
Avilla Zion Lutheran Church
300 Avilla Road East
Alexander, AR  72002
John William PotterI am a Veteran.

of Bryant, AR

September 13, 1944 - March 15, 2015

John William Potter, age 70, of Bryant, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2015 at Saline Memorial Hospital. He was born September 13, 1944 in Mazie, OK. He was a former member of Shaw Hunting Club, and a member of Avilla Zion Lutheran Church. He previously worked at Reynolds Metals and then later became a truck driver. Mr. Potter was a United States Air Force Veteran, serving during Vietnam War. Among his hobbies were hunting, fishing, cooking, gardening, and playing cards. He especially loved calling the Hogs and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers, JR, Marvin, Herman, and Ted Potter, and one sister, Sylvia Bogle.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Carlene Potter; one son, John Potter and wife, Melanie of Cabot; two daughters, Teresa Sander and husband, Brian of Benton and Kelly Vanya and husband, Tim of Russellville; six grandchildren, Keith and Kyle Sander, Jaden and Jarah Potter, and Jackson and Jeffrey Vanya; one sister, Mary Stringfellow of McGehee, AR; two brothers, Donald Potter and wife, Jo Anne and David Potter, all of OK; numerous nieces and nephews; other relatives, and many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Avilla Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Schleider officiating. Interment will follow at Avilla Zion Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Tim Vanya, Brian Sander, Keith Sander, Glen Hannah, Ronnie Barnes, and Greg Acord. "The Old and Useless Gang," Dewayne Barnett, and Charles Murphy will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Visitation will be from 5:00 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Avilla Zion Lutheran Church, 300 Avilla Road East, Alexander, AR 72002.


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20 Condolence(s)
nessa
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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace.

Ke'Arus & Linda Henderson
Little Rock, AR
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Thursday, March 19, 2015

Teresa,

We are sadden to hear of the lost of your father and will keep you and your family in our Prayers during his most difficult time.

With Love,
Linda and Ke'Arus

Janet & Matt Keaton
Rison,
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

We will continue to keep y"all in our prayers.
Keaton Family

Lisa Haley
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Brummett
Bauxite,
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

I'm so sorry for your lose John was a very good man and loved his family my grandma thanks the world of you guys

Renita Bennett
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

My heart goes out to this entire family during this time of sorrow. I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Always cherish his memory, when you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know. With deepest sympathy, Renita Bennett, Arkansas Governor's Developmental Disabilities Council

Tammy Schwartz
Bentonville, AR
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Teresa,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Fondly,
Tammy Schwartz

Monique and Richard
Benton, AR
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Carlene, Teresa, Brian, Keith and Kyle,
We are so sorry for your loss. John was always smiling. Please let us know if we can help in any way. God bless you all.

Tammie Carnes Fischer
Skillman, NJ
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015

We are all sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you,

Children of Geraldine (Aunt Squeak) Carnes

Brenda Walker
Searcy,
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

John, Melanie, Jaden, and Jarah - I am so sorry. I know you will miss your Dad and Granddad very much. Know you have many friends who love you and care for you!
In Christ Jesus' love!

Gena Thompson
little rock,
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Teresa,

I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love ya, Gena.

Faye Drittler
Russellville, AR
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

My prayers are with you and your family.

Lauren Drittler
Russellville, AR
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Carlene and Kelly, I am so sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and praying for you all that is time. -- Psalm 73:26

Glynda Mathis Parks
Conway, AR
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

To the Potter Family: You all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. John was a Fuller high school classmate and will be missed by all. We always enjoyed seeing John and Carleen at our class reunions. Sorry for your loss.

Judy Satterfield Sadler
Fort Gibson, OK
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Sorry for your loss. We all had good times in Wagoner
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Lisa Yeager
Russellville, AR
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Kelly & family:

I am so sorry for your loss. But you can rest assured knowing that he is in a much better place, out of pain. And you will see him again one day! Prayers for the family.

Peggy Bennett
London, AR
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Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Peace be with the Potter family. Praying for comfort, precious memories and strength to carry on. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Jason Pilkington
Mabelvale,
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Monday, March 16, 2015

So sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. I will never forget the time I went to church with Kelly and you guys and he introduced me as the "one he keeps the shotgun loaded for." Lol!!!

marten ashcraft
Haskell,
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Monday, March 16, 2015

My condolences to the family

Saline Memorial 5th floor
Benton, AR
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Monday, March 16, 2015

To the family of Mr. Potter,
Our thoughts and prayers are going up for all of you during this time.
Thank you for allowing us to care for him during his time of illness, for this we were truly blessed.
Keep tight and always share his special memories and they will carry you thru the hard times.