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Gary Potts Obituary

POTTS, Gary Lee Passed away unexpectedly on December 1, 2017 at the age of 77. He was born on February 15, 1940 in south Webster, Ohio, to Willard and Ruby Potts. Gary graduated from Greenon High in 1958. After graduation, he served as a Corporal E-4 and expert rifleman in the United States Marine Corps. While stationed in Okinawa, he attended night classes through the University of Maryland. After his service, Gary worked as an outside sales manager for International Harvester. Gary is survived by Betty Lou Potts; sister, Betty Jane (Rod) Sheffield; brother, Galen (Nancy) Potts; daughter, Rhonda (Tim) Coonrod; son, John (Candy) Potts; grandchildren, Alicia (Broc) Sehan, Chelsea Coonrod, Jason Potts, Kyle Potts and Taylor Potts; great-grandchildren, Gracy and Daisy Sehan and McKenna Potts. Service will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 1:30p.m. with viewing one hour prior at JACKSON LYTLE & LEWIS LIFE CELEBRATION CENTER. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park. Condolences may be expressed at www.jacksonlytle.com

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Dec. 5, 2017.

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My beautiful grandparents. Oh how we miss you Gary lee

December 13, 2017

Gary, Betty Jane and Galen one summer day in South Webster, Ohio

Betty Sheffeld

December 6, 2017

Galen, Betty Jane and Gary enjoying time together. Always in my heart Gary.

Betty Sheffield

December 6, 2017

Pickin' peaches with my big brother Gary Lee. Love you always Gary.

Betty Sheffield

December 6, 2017

My first Christmas with my two brothers who have added so much happiness, fun, craziness and LOVE to my life. Love you, Betty Jane

Betty Sheffield

December 5, 2017

May God's light shine on you my dear brother. You are in my heart always and forever.

Betty Sheffield

December 5, 2017

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