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Marilyn Potter Obituary
1941 - 2017
Marilyn Jean Potter, 76, of Pickerington, passed away Wednesday, December 13, 2017, after a brief battle with cancer. She was born and raised in Buffalo, NY. Marilyn retired in 2005 from Reynoldsburg City Schools, where she taught for many years. She was a long-time member of Messiah Lutheran Church where she was very active in the "Senior Saints Choir." She loved her family, especially her grandkids. She loved attending all of their sporting events. Marilyn was an adopted mom and grandma to many she knew. She is preceded in death by her husband Gary Donald Potter; and parents Gordon and Lillian McPherson. Marilyn is survived by her children Amy (Rob) Canan, James (Toni) Potter and Julie Potter; grandchildren Landen and Leiadel Potter and Abby and Karleigh Canan; sister Marcia Calos; sister-in-law Linda Herrick; extended family and many dear friends. Family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday, December 17 at Cotner Funeral Home 7369 E. Main St. Reynoldsburg and 1 hour prior to her 11 a.m. funeral service Monday, December 18 at Messiah Lutheran Church 1200 S. Waggoner Rd. Reynoldsburg. Pastors Karl Hanf and Liz Lowery officiating. Private burial at Glen Rest Memorial Estate. Contributions may be made in Marilyn's memory to Messiah Lutheran Church. Messages may be sent to her family by visiting www.cotnerfuneralhome.com.
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Velma Beale
December 16, 2017
I knew Marilyn when we both taught at Rose Hill Elementary. When I think of her, I always picture her smiling face. Her memory will live on in many hearts. My heartfelt condolences to her family.
Karen Kozlowski
December 16, 2017
I taught with Marilyn for many years at Herbert Mills and even subbed for her kindergarten class several times after retirement. She was always so loving and patient with her students yet had such a delightful sense of humor! She was always so proud of her family and I'll treasure the memories of this lovely woman.
Lisa Urban Adkins
December 15, 2017
Jim & Family
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. May all your wonderful memories of your Mom bring you comfort in the days, months and years to come.
Natasha Hutchison
December 14, 2017
Mrs. Potter was my first grade teacher at Herbert Mills. She was one of my favorite teachers. I can remember when my brother was born when I was in first grade. She was so excited because my mom had a boy and my family was like hers, two girls and a boy. Mrs. Potter will be missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Natasha Hutchison
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