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1936
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2013
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PATRICIA POTTER Obituary
Patricia was born on October 23, 1936 in Los Angeles, California, the daughter of Raymond & Agnes (Tobin) Ruff. She was raised and attended school in the Los Angeles area where she graduated from high school in 1955.
On November 4, 1956 she was united in marriage to Raymond Potter in Courtside, Arizona, and for the next 16 years they made their home and raised their family in several communities around the United States until finally settling in Anacortes in 1972, a place they called home until 2005 when she and Ray moved to Sedro-Woolley.
Patricia was an AVID reader, reading any and everything, and she had collected and saved library cards from numerous libraries around the country. She also collected books on cooking and gardening and when she was not reading she was active doing puzzles and cross stitch, making pictures, Christmas stockings and a variety of items for her family. She also enjoyed sitting and listening to the rain.
Patricia is survived by her husband of nearly 57 years, Raymond, at the family home in Sedro-Woolley; her children and their spouses, Denice & Frank Zimmerman of Tacoma, James Potter of Anacortes, Sandra & Jack Sparrow of Guemes Island and Ron Potter of Sedro-Woolley; eight grandchildren, Mark Krapf, Jason (Tama) Krapf, Matthew Zimmerman, Sarah Zimmerman, Shawna Sparrow, William Potter, Lucy Potter and Summer Cannon; one great-grandson, Leonard Krapf; two brothers, Phil and George Sims; one sister, Carol Shrimp and numerous nieces and nephews.
Private family services will be held at a later date. In memory of Patricia the family suggests that memorials be made to the Anacortes Library.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley. Share memories of Patricia and sign the online guest register at www.lemleychapel.com
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Memories and Condolences
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rita wade
October 5, 2013
So so sad about your passing. I remember when i was a teen and was having so many problem's getting along with my mom, I told you that I wished I was your child and not her's. And you laughed that great laugh you had and told me " don't worry Rita cause thing's will get better in time" and of course you were right. As the wise woman you were! I will always admire you,still loving you and all your family.And to Ray, your wonderful husband of so so many year's,my sympathies's for you and all your children and grand children. Pat when you see my mom give her a kiss for me. All my love Rita.
Terri Kidder
September 21, 2013
You were a wonderful woman,and friend.I enjoyed the time we spent together,you will be greatly missed. Say hello to my folk's for me.God bless xoxoxxox :)
September 16, 2013
Pat, you were one in a million, I meant you and your family when you moved to Anacortes. Through the years your family became mine too. You were always a force to be reckoned with. You raised your family with a strong fist and much love. This world is a better place for your presents here, now you have gained your glossimere wings and will watch over us all. So sad in my heart for those you left behind, the loss does
n't get easier it just gets farther behind you. I'll always remember you and know how very much you will be missed. Love to you, Sharon
Susan Dunlap Forbes
September 16, 2013
Your daughter, Denice, walked into my life in the Spring of 1975; you & Ray followed a month later when visiting her & Frank in our home. You gave me a new meaning to the term 'shock value' which I have never forgotten from that initial meeting. 'Acceptance' was my lesson learned from you. And, I sincerely thank you for that.
You traveled a long journey and now have reached that 'everlasting life' stage. I envy your Soul on this new journey.
Rest in Peace Pat. Hugs, love & light to you and those you have left behind.
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