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Laurel Potenza Obituary

Potenza - Laurel Lynn (née Robinson), beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Christmas Day in 1947 to Robert and Helen Robinson, she was a proud mother to Chris Potenza

(Carie Ann Potenza), Dan

Potenza, and Bethany Pokorny

(John Pokorny). Her greatest joy was being a grandma to Grace, Tyler, Owen, Matthew and Reese. Whether crafting, finding the perfect gift, cooking, or solving problems in her own unique way, she took great pride in putting care and thought into everything she did for others; her love and creativity live on through her crafts, recipes, and cherished memories. Now at peace, reunited with her parents, she will remain forever in our hearts. You made it, Mom, now rest easy. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: VNS Northport Hospice House

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Newsday on Mar. 16, 2025.

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