Dallas, Texas
Potts, Walter E. Born April 28, 1922, passed away January 7, 2009. Mr Potts served in law enforcement for the city of Dallas for 26 years and Dallas County Sheriff's Department for 14 years. He graduated from Sam Houston State, was a long-time member of Buckner Terrace Baptist Church, and was a...
Read MoreWhen I was a prosecutor working for Henry Wade in the 1970s, I worked with Walter and Gus Rose on many cases. He was really a wonderful man - intelligent, funny, wise, honest, and a real delight to work with. I think the highest compliment you can pay to an individual is to say that he was a good man. And thats exactly what he was. My prayers and best wishes go out to Walters family and loved ones.
Mike Keasler
April 28, 2020 | Austin, TX | Friend
I first met Walter Potts at the Dallas County Sheriff’s office when he led a monthly meeting of area police officers where criminal activity was discussed and shared.
Coffee and doughnuts were provided but Walter Potts was the main reason for the overwhelming success of this endeavor where criminal intelligence was mutually gathered and shared.
He was an outstanding leader. My life was enhanced by his friendship.
My prayers are extended to Walter’s family and...
Ralph Wadsworth
January 11, 2009 | Mesquite, TX
