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Richard Potasky Obituary
Age 78, of Englewood, passed away Friday, March 17, 2023. Richard was born in Dayton to Jack E. & Ruth (Ricky) Potasky. Richard graduated from Fairview High School where he was a stand out basketball player and received his Bachelors Degree from the University of Tulsa where he played Division 1 basketball. Richard owned Richard Potasky Jewelers from 1973-1996 and was a successful real estate broker for Vic Green Realty for many years after. He was preceded in death by his significant other of 35 years, Jean Ann Walther, sister, Elaine H. Williamson and niece Elizabeth Lautzenhiser. Richard is survived by his beloved daughters, Jill E. Potasky of Dayton, Randi Potasky (Trevor Shannon) of Mason; grandchildren, Andrew and Jonathan Levin, Rory, Taylor & Ashley Shannon; and brother-in-law, Ronald Williamson of CT. Graveside service will be held 10 AM on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Riverview Cemetery, 1809 West Schantz Avenue with Rabbi Karen Bodney-Halasz officiating. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life, Sunday, March 26 at the home of Randi Potasky & Trevor Shannon in Mason. Please rsvp http://evite.me/stbfmYXwjp. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Resident Home Association, 3661 Salem Avenue, Dayton, OH 45406 in Richard's memory. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Marker & Heller Funeral Homes.
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June M (Sheets) Smith
March 23, 2023
June M (Sheets) Smith I've know Richard since grade school and then 4 year at Fairivew HS. I have several pieces from his jewelry store. When he started in real estate I did insurance for some of his properties and about a year ago, he gave me the name of a new owner for one of his buildings and they are insured with my agency.. Just talked to another friend this morning who told me Richard had died.. My condolences to his family
jill alter schaeffer
March 21, 2023
i remember dickie since i was young.. later bought my wedding band from him..my dad was good friends...cant mention potasky's with out mentioning sig wilson and the gang.. you will be missed
Beth Abroms
March 21, 2023
I remember Richard. My dad and he were good friends. I have very fond memories of Richard and his family. My condolences to the family.
Stuart Hodesh
March 19, 2023
I met Dick in 1969 when I married his long time friend, Rica (Ricki) Schear.
Dick was a first class gentleman in every way. He welcomed me as a friend like we were longtime friends.
Our daughters became friends and for that we both were honored and proud.
May Dick rest in peace and his memory be for a blessing.
Stuart Hodesh
Cincinnati
Vic Green - Linda Bailey
March 19, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to Richard's family. He was a true friend and will be greatly missed.
June M Parmenter
March 19, 2023
Richard was a very nice man who was very dignified and gracious. I enjoyed caring for him at his Dr appointments, discussing books and seeing him at the library. I will miss him very much
June P.
Sally E. Rigg
March 18, 2023
I was in Richard's High School graduating class so knew
him pretty well. He was a very nice young man.
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