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Richard Potter Obituary
Baldwinsville, - Richard H. Potter 76, of Baldwinsville, formerly of Binghamton, passed away peacefully after a short illness on July 2, 2018 at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse. He was predeceased by his parents Dorothy and Harold Potter. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Marjorie; sons Jeffrey (Deborah) Potter, David (Deborah) Potter; cherished grandchildren Stephanie, Jason, Jazmine; great-granddaughter Drake; brother in-law Dick (Chris) Scott; sister in-law Diane Scott; as well as several nieces and nephews. He retired from Singer-Link after 30+ years. He loved going to the St. Lawrence River where he spent a lot of time boating and fishing. He was a very loyal and loving person. His family was his pride and joy. He will be dearly missed by all. Visitation will be held on Monday from 4 until 6pm at the THOMAS J. SHEA Funeral Home Inc. 137 Robinson St. Binghamton, NY 13904. A Funeral Service will follow at 6pm.
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Lois Dunn
July 26, 2018
My condolences to Dick's family. He was such a super person. I was happy to have known him. RIP Dick.
July 11, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Diana Torta
Mary Ann Luciano
July 10, 2018
Dave and family, Brian, Joe, and I were so sad to learn of your father's death. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We did not find out he had passed until late last night or we would have been with you for his service.
Mary Ann
Pamela Cahill
July 9, 2018
We are so saddened by Dick's passing!! Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you!, I will miss my cousin! Love, Jake and Pam
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Ken and Mary Lee Meyers
July 9, 2018
It's never easy Dave...but thinking of you and your family and praying for comfort in this time of sorrow. You sure look like your dad. Take comfort in the great memories. They will pop up often in your mind and make you smile. Ken and Mary Lee Meyers.
Diane Phillips
July 8, 2018
I worked with Dick many years ago. He was a very nice man. Always a smile on his face. RIP Dick.
July 8, 2018
Sorry to hear of the loss of Richard, I worked with "Dick" many years at Link in Binghamton. Know that He will be missed.
Dave Dingler
Susan Steffens
July 8, 2018
Thoughts and prayers are with all of Dick's family as you grieve the loss of your loved one. We were only around Dick a few times but we could tell what a loving and gentle man he was and how dear his family was to him. May God grant you comfort and peace as He welcomes Dick into eternity.
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