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Alice Potter Obituary
BARTONVILLE - Alice Ann Potter, age 77, of Bartonville passed away Friday, March 20, 2015, at Farmington Country Manor.
Alice was born on March 15, 1938, in Peoria to Bob and Mary (Sheppard) Wiebler. She married Jack E. Potter on Nov. 22, 1958. He preceded her in death on Nov. 22, 2014.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and one sister.
Surviving are her two sons, Greg (Penny) Potter of Sunset, La., and Jeff (Ofelia) Potter of Naperville, Ill.; six grandchildren, Jacob, Alicia, Jeffrey, Nick, Marisa and Alexia; two great-grandchildren, Steven and Loralie; one brother, Wayne (Jacki) Wiebler of Trivoli, Ill.; one sister, Kathleen (Ken) Sahl of Hartford, Wis.; three sisters-in-law, Katherine, Gertrude and Phyllis; and her nieces and nephews.
Alice was a school teacher for 40 years for St. John's in Peoria and later for St. Vincent de Paul in Peoria.
She was a member of the St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Bartonville. She sang in the choir and ran the CCD program for many years.
She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a very strong person with a quick wit.
Services will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Bartonville. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Davison-Fulton Bartonville Chapel, with a prayer service at 5 p.m., as well as a half hour prior to the service at church on Wednesday. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Peoria.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate or her church.
Online condolences may be made through www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Alice Potter
Marchia Forber
March 14, 2019
Roommates, off-campus housing at Hoyles not there on a scholarship, I had to work.
She, Judy and I did extensive research on local restaurants and taverns and learned where the
cheap good stuff was. Like "The Sugar Bowl" one Friday evening we placed our orders and
Alice ordered a burger. Knowing her Catholic upbringing I said, "Are you a member of
the Reformed Catholic church?", she'd not remembered 'twas Friday... so she figured out
her church wouldn't want her to waste it. So she ate it. I don't think she enjoyed it.
Many other memories and adventures, some involved selling one textbook leaving us to
share 2 in Geography class for a beer and a burger at "Buggsy's". Freshman year.
That was 25cent beer night.
June 8, 2016
Alice, Judy Birkitt and I were "roomies" at WIU. For over a year. I have some memories to share of then and a few of since. I can't remember
Judy's married name or I'd contact her, too.
If these might be of interest, let me know. I'm at Aledo, Illinois 61231
Many good/fun memories of Alice and Jack, and Greg and Jeff when they were little.... by the airport!!
April 6, 2015
We reside in Florida and just heard the news of Alice passing. We were friends with Jack and Alice for over 50 years. Our deepest Sympathies. John and Shirley Vinciguerra
SCOTT ELGER
March 25, 2015
I am sorry that i am travelling and not able to make the services. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Please contact me regarding financial accounts at your covenience. My office phone number is 800 274 4160 OR 309 680 4434. Brooke Melton can be of assistance if you call in the next week while i am out...
Pat Dwyer
March 24, 2015
I taught with Alice for over 20 years at St. Vincents. She was a very dedicated and wonderful teacher. Alice and Jack were caring and faith-filled people. They made this world a much better place by their kindness and delightful humor. They will be missed. May they both rest in peace. My sincere sympathy to their family. God bless each of you..
Monica Shaffer
March 24, 2015
I have fond memories of being in Mrs. Potter's 2nd grade class at SVDP. My deepest sympathies to your family!
Bill & Colleen
March 23, 2015
To all the Potter family we extend our deepest sympathy.
We knew your Mom & Dad through St. Anthony's, Cursillo and later at Independent Village. We enjoyed their company and shared many laughs and tales with them.
Scott Elger
March 23, 2015
A former neighbor on Howett Street and 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade teacher at St. Johns, Mrs. Potter is an all time favorite teacher and person. I was also forunate to get to know Jack a bit after he retired. Wondeful people whom I am sure will be greatly missed by all - especially the children who were lucky to get to call Mrs. Potter "mom" or "grandma".
Scott Elger
Meghan Moore
March 23, 2015
Mrs. Potter was my second grade teacher at St. Vincent de Paul. She would let us bring in our favorite book from home to read to the class. I recently found my favorite book and was sharing this special memory with my own children. Such a special memory of a special teacher. God bless.
Megan Kelly
March 23, 2015
Mrs. Potter was my third grade teacher at St. Vincent grade school. My thoughts and prayers for your family.
Julie Peterburs
March 22, 2015
I have fond memories of Mrs. Potter, my 5th grade teacher at St John's. She was one of my favorites that always knew my name when I would see her at German Society functions many many years later. May she rest in peace. My prayers are with you all.
Julie (Strassburger) Peterburs
March 22, 2015
Greg and Jeff,
I had the privilege of working with your mother at St. Vincent de Paul. She was a loving educator to her second graders. I am sure you experienced and witnessed your mother's love in so many ways. Be assured of my sympathy and prayers.
Sister Rita Marie Range, presently principal at Our Lady of Grace in Chicago
March 22, 2015
Greg, Jeff and families,
We extend our sympathy and prayers on the loss of Alice. She was a special friend. We have many happy memories of good times together. We will remember her that way.
God bless,
Barb and Dick Hammond
One of my favorite pictures of my Mother-in-Law. Couldn't have asked for a better one.
Penny Potter
March 21, 2015
March 21, 2015
My dear Greg Penny Jake Jeff Alicia and families. Or deepest sympathies. We love you. Mark and Rhonda.
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