Frederick Jerome Potter

Frederick Jerome Potter IV, 66, of Trumbauersville, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on September 29, 2023. He was born in New Brunswick, NJ on October 25, 1956 to the late Frederick Jerome and Audrey (Van Pelt) Potter. He was the loving husband to Cheryl Jane (Henon) Potter for 8 years. Frederick was a successful entrepreneur, inventor, and aerospace engineer with at least 7 patents, and he worked for decades at Ametek and Astronics. He was dedicated to serving the Trumbauersville community for 39 years and served on the borough council in multiple capacities. He was an avid reader, loved to travel, and frequently enjoyed his extensive cigar collection. He loved to get outdoors, especially hiking and kayaking. No matter what he was doing he loved doing it with his family. He could find the humor in any situation, and was known for his offbeat sense of humor and his intelligence.

Frederick is survived by his wife Cheryl; ex-wife Julie Mullen; daughters Jen (Casey Cramer) Potter and Beth (Tom) Mehaffey; step-sons Brandon Fetz and Nick Fetz; grandson Connor Mehaffey; and many other loving family and friends.

All are invited to Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd., Quakertown, PA 18951 on Thursday, October 5, for a viewing from 3:00-7:00pm. There will be food and refreshments available during the viewing time. There will be no service at the conclusion of the viewing, please come, mingle, and share your memories of Frederick.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Frederick's honor can be made to Harley's Haven Dog Rescue.