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Matthew POTTER Obituary

POTTER, Matthew Jeremiah tragically passed away at the age of 27 on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2013. He is survived by his wife Shawna; and their children, Richard, Jeremiah, Nevaeh, and Ryleigh; mother, Patricia Potter; father, Harold Potter; stepmom, Jennifer Burrows Potter; brother, Joshua Potter; sister, Rebekah Leahy; brothers, Micah Potter and Harold Potter; grandfather, Harold Potter; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Dec. 18, 2013.

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Mike Hillary

December 23, 2013

still having a hard time realizing this is reality wish I could spend more time with him wish I could have been there more for him my deepest sympathies for the family I will miss you little brother r.I.p

Shawna Potter

December 22, 2013

Matthew The children and I miss you and love you very much. You were our everything through the life we all shared together.

Gayla Zamudio

December 22, 2013

Matt you know I always loved you you were my youngest son in law but my crazy one LOVE YOUR MOTHER IN LAW

Jennifer Potter

December 20, 2013

Matt, you were my "son" for 18 years, I hope you knew how much I loved you. You were a child of my heart, I miss you more than I can express.

December 19, 2013

Shawna,
When I heard I couldn't believe it!! You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers daily!!

I remember when you and Matt first got together; you guys were like 2 peas in a pod. Matt always knew how to make someone smile!

Rest In Peace Matt!!

Love,
Corie (Striffler)

Frank Stephens

December 18, 2013

My condolences to the Potter family. Times will seem tough, but you will pull through. To his parents and siblings, I send my prayers, also.

Carol Martin

December 18, 2013

May you feel the hand of God hold you and carry you through your time of sorrow. Sending prayers and love to you Beka and your family.

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