Valerie Potter Obituary
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Born on April 19, 1937, in Ithaca, NY, Valerie was the daughter of the late Wesley and Alice "Peggy" (Hyland) Eva. She was a proud graduate of the Interlaken Central School District and later earned an Associate of Science degree from Corning Community College.
Valerie married Henry Potter on July 21, 1956; he preceded her in death in 1994. She went on to work as a clerk for the Steuben County Office for the Aging, where she dedicated a decade of compassionate service before retiring.
A woman of many talents and interests, Valerie found great joy in creative pursuits. She was an accomplished artist who loved painting, ceramics, and wood carving. She also expressed her creativity through quilting, knitting, crocheting, and cross-stitch. Valerie treasured time spent outdoors, especially gardening and relaxing on the swing by the lake. More than anything, she cherished family gatherings and the time spent with those she loved most.
Valerie's warmth, creativity, and quiet strength will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Valerie is survived by her children: James (Terry) Potter of Painted Post, NY, Diane (Bill) Potter-Earl of Corning, NY; grandchildren: Anlyn (Chris) Baughan, Douglas (Catherine) Webb, Chad Woodhouse, Gregory (Angel) Potter, Stacy (Alex) Coffey, Jake Potter and Ashley Potter; great grandchildren: Declan, Dannon, Nolan, Madeline, Dalton, Riley, Lily, Maddox, Alani, Jaxon, Tucker and Everett; sister, Sharon (Mark) Ricci; daughter-in-law, Kimber Potter of Corning, NY; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Valerie was predeceased by her son, Thomas Potter; and daughter, Barbara Woodhouse.
Friends and family are invited to visitation on Friday, October 3, 2025 from 12:00 to 2:00 pm at Phillips Funeral Home, 17 W. Pulteney St., Corning, NY. A prayer service will immediately follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home, Fr. Matthew Walter officiating. Burial will follow in the family plot in Chapel Knoll Cemetery, Coopers Plains.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Valerie's name may be made to: Carefirst, 3805 Meads Creek Rd, Painted Post, NY 14870, Chemung County Humane Society & SPCA, 2435 NY-352 NYS, Elmira, NY 14903 or to a local Veterans Agency.
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Visitation
When
Friday, October 3rd, 2025 12:00pm
Location
Phillips Funeral Home
Address
17 W. Pulteney St.
Corning, NY
Prayer Service
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Friday, October 3rd, 2025 2:00pm
Location
Phillips Funeral Home
Address
17 W. Pulteney St.
Corning, NY
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Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Location
Chapel Knoll Cemetery
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