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Michael Potanovic Obituary
Michael Potanovic of Wappingers Falls, formerly of Yonkers, died on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at age 52. Born on February 28, 1962 to Francis and Elizabeth (Pasquale) Potanovic in Yonkers where he was raised and graduated from Sacred Heart Grade School and Gorton High School. Mr. Potanovic was a self-employed mechanic and arborist with Mike's Tree Service. He was a parishioner of Christ the King Church and an avid motorcycle rider; He enjoyed driving his "Harley". Michael is survived by his father, Francis Potanovic of Wappingers Falls and predeceased by his mother Elizabeth. He is also survived by his brother, Robert (Andrea) Potanovic, sisters, Susan (Jim) Coughlin, Janice (John) Marafioti and Barbara (Carl) Penasso, his nieces, Jessica, Ashley, Christina and Elizabeth and his nephews, James, Brian, Eric and Zach. Visiting hours will be at Whalen & Ball Funeral Home on Friday 2-4 & 7-9pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Christ the King Church on Saturday, May 24th at 10am. Donations in his memory may be made to the Liver Transplant Support Organization, 1335 Mace Ave., Bronx, N.Y. 10469.
Whalen & Ball Funeral Home
168 Park Ave.
Yonkers, N.Y. 10703
(914) 965-5488
www.whalenandballfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Potanovic
May 22, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. I pray you have comfort.
Marcia Sabol
May 25, 2014
To the Potanovic family,
We were so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marcia & Ed Sabol
May 24, 2014
Sincere condolences to the Potanovic family.
Psalms 145:14
May 24, 2014
Dear Uncle Frank, Bob, Barbara, Susan, Janice & families--
We were so sad to hear about Michael. He was definitely way too young. We hope you find some comfort in all the wonderful memories. Please know how sorry we were not to be able to be with you for his services (we are down in SC) -but you were all in our prayers and in our hearts. With our sincere sympathy -- we love you all, Nancy & Tom
Joanne and Roger
May 23, 2014
Uncle Frank, Bob, Barbara, Susan and Janice...our hearts go out to all of you and your families. Wish we could be there to give each of you a hug. Please know you're in our prayers. Much love to you all. xoxo
Mary Ellen Potanovic
May 23, 2014
Dear Uncle Frank, Bobby, Barbara, Susan, Janice and families ~ Wish I could be there to hug each one of you. Loved Michael and love all of you very much. Lots of love and prayers ~ Love Always, Mary Ellen
May 23, 2014
Dear Bobby, Barbara, Susan and Janice~
We were saddened to hear about Michael's passing..Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Love & hugs,
Teri & Jeanette
May 23, 2014
Dear Uncle Frank
Sending sincere sympathy-love and hugs to you. We are there with you in spirit. May Michael rest in peace.
Love Teri & Jeanette
Kathleen McKenna
May 23, 2014
Sue and family sorry for your loss
Uncle John
May 23, 2014
Dear Frank & family... I'm so sorry I couldn't be with you all in person for Michael's services, but I'm with you in spirit. My deepest sympathy and condolences. Michael was a wonderful person and I loved him dearly. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace now with the Dear Lord. May God Bless You all and give you strength at this difficult time. Love and prayers, Uncle John
Suzanne Olivieri Fosnaugh
May 23, 2014
Janice and family,I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all at this time.
May 23, 2014
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. May caring thoughts and loving words comfort your family at this time of sorrow. (John 5:25-29)
~The Comiskey Family
May 22, 2014
May you rest in peace Mike. You are now in the hands of angels.
With Love, From all of your cousins.
Elaine Mazzei
May 22, 2014
Sorry Bob.I will pray for you
May 22, 2014
Rest in peace Mike, we will miss you.
Dave & Paula Faingnaert
May 22, 2014
God, with your great love bring comfort and peace to the Potanovic family. Michael will be missed.
Ron & Lilly DeCrenza
May 22, 2014
Dear Janet and Family,
His life is not unfinished, rather his days finished too soon. He lives on because he is loved and remembered.
With utmost sympathy,
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