James "Jerry" Potter, 76, of Bloomfield, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015, in his home with his family. Jerry was born Aug. 4, 1938, in Ft. Sumner, to Lee Roy and Irene Snead Potter.
He graduated from Ft. Sumner High School in 1957, played college football for one year at Western New Mexico University and transferred to Eastern New Mexico University, where he graduated in 1962 with a bachelor's degree in industrial arts education. He completed his master's degree in education with a certification in administration in 1971.
Jerry married Kathleen Swope June 1, 1967. He worked for 30 years for Cimarron Schools as an industrial arts teacher, driver's ed teacher, high school principal, athletic director, maintenance director and elementary school principal. Jerry drove a bus for Swope Transportation. He was Past Master of Cimarron Lodge No. 37 and a member of San Juan Lodge No. 25, and Past Worthy Patron of Cimarron Canyon Eastern Star No. 64.
Jerry taught hunters safety and is a life member of the NRA. He was chief of the Cimarron Fire Department and life member of the New Mexico Firefighters Association. He served as an officer of the Cimarron Maverick Club, and as cub master of Pack No. 68.
After retirement, he worked for Pacific Studs as a purchasing/sales agent. After moving to Bloomfield in 1998, he worked as a licensed contractor.
His hobbies were hunting, fishing, camping, building furniture and spending time with the family. He was an active member of the Cimarron and Bloomfield United Methodist Church, and Four Corners Emmaus Community.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jack; and sister, Jetty Joe Paul and husband Henry. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen; daughter, Gretchen; son, Robert (Daelena); grandsons, Cayden, Rylen and Tyen; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Jerry's life will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28 at the Bloomfield UMC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bloomfield UMC Parsonage Fund, 1105 N. First St., Bloomfield, NM 87413.
Jerry's care is entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, 505-325-8688. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at www.serenityandcompany.com.

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Published by Farmington Daily Times from Feb. 25 to Feb. 27, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for James Potter

11 Entries

Jerry Landrum

February 26, 2015

Velma (Gunter) Landrum, and I were members of the FSHS class of '57. We have many fond memories of Jerry. We will miss Him.

Sandy Bryant (Whitten)

February 26, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Potter will always hold a special place in my heart and I am honored to have known him. May the Lord bring you comfort.

Harry & Mona Pomeroy

February 25, 2015

I knew Jerry growing up in Fort Sumner and so sorry to hear of this. Jerry was always so friendly and very liked by all of us. Our sympathy and prayers to his family. Mona and Harry Pomeroy.

Paul & Elayne Horney

February 25, 2015

Dear Kathy, we are so sorry for your loss, he was a special man. His dad drove my school bus, they were a lovely family! When Paul was a senior, he remembers Jerry doing his student teaching at Ft Sumner. Really enjoyed the times he drove the activities bus or car to basketball games.
We haven't seen you since working on Emmaus walks, miss those special weekends.
Praying for God's peace, comfort and mercy for you and your family!
Much love,
Paul & Elayne Horney

Jack and Evelyn Malaney

February 25, 2015

We have known Jerry for years...through the schools, church and as our kid's bus driver. We cherish memories and experiences. Rest in peace...blessings to the family.....

Charlioe Rogers

February 25, 2015

A great classmate and friend -- the class of '57 was special--Jerry will be missed by all..

Senior Photo, 1957

Dale and Susan Burge

February 25, 2015

Rode the school bus for years with Jerry, always remember him suited up for football at Fort Sumner High School. May the Lord provide strength to family and friends during this difficult time.

February 25, 2015

Ty & Adie Achen
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family

George & Mary Martin

February 25, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers to Jerry's family and friends. May God be with you through this difficult time.

Johnny Holcomb

February 25, 2015

Jerry and I was raised in the same community.May God bless and comfort your family during this time.

Rally and Tina Archuleta

February 25, 2015

Mr. Potter was the principal of Cimarron High School when I was a Student there. What I remember about him was that he was a very kind and fair principal. He will be missed by many. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with his Family. God Bless you all.

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