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Wanda Potts Obituary
NEW BOSTON-Wanda R. Potts, age 68, of New Boston, passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. She was born August 19, 1952 in Portsmouth, Ohio, daughter of the late Carlos L. Potts and Helen C. King Potts. Wanda graduated from New Boston High School, and then later received a nurse's aide certification. Prior to retiring, she was a home health aide for several years. Wanda was a huge old movies fan, including Ann of Green Gables and anything featuring Shirley Temple. She enjoyed quilting, working puzzles and especially enjoyed traveling with friends. Wanda is survived by brothers, Carlos R. Potts (Jeana) and Harold Joseph Potts (Terri); sisters, Pam Warner (Bill), Stella Cooper and Sandy Cook; sisters-in-law, Martha and Linda; along with several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and friends. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Larry "Butch" Potts, Gary Potts, George Potts and infant James Potts. Graveside service will be held at a later date in Jr. Furnace Cemetery in Franklin Furnace. Arrangements are under the direction of the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.mcwilliams-funeralhome.com.
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Lynn Riddle
January 24, 2021
My Aunt Wanda was the best person in the world she was always there when you needed her and her backwards for you I can't imagine life on this Earth without her I love you Wanda
Tonda Davis Bussa
January 16, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear about Wanda. This is Tonda Davis Bussa. I would love to talk to one of you! I am on facebook!
Sandy Murta
January 15, 2021
So, so sorry to hear about Wanda. She was a very good friend to my mom, Mary Murta.
Sandra Salyer-Tyler
January 14, 2021
Wanda was very special in the Salyer family. When she was younger she lived in our home and cared for 6 children all under the age of 6 years old. She was a good friend to us all. She had a kind, loving and generous heart. Thoughts and prayers are with all who knew her.
Linda Potts
January 13, 2021
Wanda was the family keeper. She always stayed in touch with everyone in the family. We were blessed to be loved by her.
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