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William "Bill" Potts

1930 - 2017

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

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Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

5471 Far Hills Ave

Dayton, Ohio

William Potts Obituary

POTTS, William "Bill" Passed away on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the Hospice of Dayton surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Pennie, and daughters Melinda(Toby)Taylor and Suzanne(Jeremy)Head, granddaughters Allison and Alexis Davis. He is also survived by his many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Bill was retired from the Air Force Institute of Technology, K-Mart Corporation, and Kohl's Department Stores. He was an amazing, talented, creative, funny man who was much loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Family will receive friends Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-Far Hills Chapel on Tuesday, October 17, 2017 from 3:00PM to 5:00PM with memorial service immediately following.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Oct. 15, 2017.

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Tamara Murrin

October 17, 2017

Pennie, you and Bill created over 50 years of memories together, may those beautiful memories bring peace to your heart during this most difficult time. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.Love you, Tammy

Jean Schoonover-Egolf

October 17, 2017

Love and prayers from the (Schoonover-) Egolf Family. I am so sorry I can't be there today. I have fond memories of visiting all my cousins in Kettering! Bill always made my dad laugh: he had a way of lightening everyone up!
-Jeanie

October 16, 2017

I worked with Bill at the base. He was an outstanding worker but even a better person. My prayers to his family

Mike Gromosiak

Linda and Ray Kinney

October 16, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your memories always warm your hearts.

Detra Riley

October 16, 2017

Pennie,

I am so very sorry to read of Bill's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love and hugs are coming your way. Cherish all your wonderful memories.

Tom Born

October 16, 2017

Our Condolences to the Family of Bill Potts, Pennie,we are keeping you & your Family in Our thoughts & prayers!
Tom & Bonnie Born

Darlene Michel

October 15, 2017

Pennie I am so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. I hope you are doing okay considering. Take care and let me know if you need anything.

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Oct

17

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

5471 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429

Oct

17

Memorial service

5:00 p.m.

Tobias Funeral Home - Far Hills Chapel

5471 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429

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