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Holly Potter Obituary
Holly Josette (Hertzfeld) Potter, 52, of Waterville Ohio, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at Hospice of Northwest Ohio, Toledo. Holly was born July 20, 1967, in Toledo to the late Frank and Natalie (Nordhaus) Hertzfeld.
Holly graduated from Anthony Wayne High School in 1985. She initially chose to be a stay-at-home Mom, and later found her calling as a Special Education Aide at Waterville Primary School where she worked for nine years, loving every minute she was with her kids. She is a member of St. Patrick's Providence Catholic Church of Grand Rapids Ohio where she has attended mass since she was a little girl.
Holly married Rich Potter on May 25, 1991. She is survived by the love of her life, Rich and her four children: Andrew, Brittani, Hannah and Nathan Potter. She is also survived by her nine siblings and their spouses: Heidi and Larry Rankin, Craig and Beth Hertzfeld, Andrea and Billy Seyfreid, Trent and Abby Hertzfeld, Heather McDougall, Nicole Hertzfeld, Brock and Shannon Hertzfeld, Ryan Hertzfeld, and Erica Hertzfeld.
Visitation will be held 2:00p.m. to 8:00p.m., Sunday January 12, 2020 at Peinert-Dunn Funeral Home at 7220 Dutch Rd. Waterville, OH. Services to celebrate her life will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Providence Catholic Church, 14010 U.S. Highway 24, Grand Rapids, OH. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the ALS Association. To leave an online memory please visit www.dunnfuneralhome.com
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Kathleen Mc Mahon-Dean
January 17, 2020
I met Holly only once at our family reunion in Michigan. I am Natalie's first cousin Kathy McMahon-Dean and my mother Phyllis (Moloney) McMahon also had ALS and died in 1973. So all my sorrow goes out to the whole family what a terrible disease. But when i Met Holly that day in Michigan she had a beautiful smile I will always remember her that way. So sorry for your loss.
Felecia Roan
January 15, 2020
Rich,
My family is sending prayers your way. May the peace of the Lord guide you through this difficult time.
In our thoughts,
Jason, Felecia and Francesca
Gina Mitchell
January 13, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace be with you.
Jenny Carter
January 11, 2020
Rich, Brittani, Hannah, Nathan & Drew,
You were granted a true honor having Holly as your wife and mother. And she was truly honored having each of you in her life. She deeply loved her family. Seeing how beautifully, respectfully and tenderly you cared for Holly really touched our hearts. You put your own lives on hold to care for her and I know that meant the world to her. I firmly believe that Holly is at peace now. I pray this brings great comfort to your family, to her siblings, their families, and to all of us who loved her.
January 11, 2020
Rich,
My thoughts are with you & your family during this time. You have my deepest sympathy as you remember Holly.
Wishing you peace,
Rebecca
Kelli Kilpatrick
January 10, 2020
I will always be grateful for the friendship I had with Holly! She was always smiling and was there for me in my time of need even while she was fighting her own battle. I am so very thankful that I met her and that she had so much confidence in my talents! Love you forever Holly!
Jenny Horak
January 9, 2020
Rich - I am sorry to hear about Holly. My thoughts go out to your family.
Mary Vessele
January 9, 2020
So sorry about the loss of Holly. Praying you will find comfort in your memories and knowing that she is happy and free of pain now.
Thelma & Louise
Debbie Jacoby
January 9, 2020
You meant so much to all of us. Even when you were dealing with your own health issues, you always seemed to care about others. I was not ready to say goodbye, your disease just took over. I know that you are happy now because you are no longer in pain. You made each of us smile, and live to the fullest each day. Our friendship is forever. You are always in my heart.
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