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NEIL CHARLES POTASH  
Born June 23, 1940 was sadly taken from this earth on April 15 2012. He was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He was married to a wonderful wife of 36 years Susan Potash. His spirit lives on in his children: Bettina Dunn and Alison Moorman (John). As well as his granddaughters: Rachel Dunn, Alicia Dunn and Magdaline Moorman. He is also survived by his mother Esther Potash, his brother Michael Potash and his sisters Sharon Weiss and Lynn Linkin and many nieces and nephews. Neil had many hobbies including stamp collecting, gardening, chess, painting and selling and restoring books. He will be missed greatly by all. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to your local public library in honor of Neil's love of reading. The funeral will be at George Washington /Mount Lebanon Cemetery in Adelphi, MD, on Tuesday, April 17 at 11 a.m.

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Published by The Washington Post on Apr. 17, 2012.

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April 26, 2012

I recently met Neil at the Bowie Community Center where he attended our Senior Fitness class. He always had information to share. He will be missed. My sympathy to his wife and family.
Kim Gross

Kim

April 25, 2012

I recently met Neil at the Bowie Community Center where he attended our Senior Fitness class. He always had information to share. He will be missed. My sympathy to his wife and family.
Kim Gross

Rose Scott-Fituwi

April 21, 2012

About a month before his passing, Neil urged me to see "The Artist" but it had already left my local theaters. I was searching for a theater within a short driving distance and was looking forward to comparing notes with him.

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father. The "With Pen in Hand" writing group will miss his pithy comments.

Debbie Engle

April 20, 2012

Condolances to the family.

Alice Plaster

April 20, 2012

I am saddened to hear of Neil's death. He enjoyed sharing his writing with the Bowie Writers Group. My condolences to his wife and family.

Rasheeda Childress

April 20, 2012

I knew Neil from the Writer's Group at the library. He always had something to say at our group and many stories to share. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

James Valle

April 20, 2012

Susan,
My condolences and prayers to you and the family.

Altamese Richey

April 19, 2012

Hi Susan,
My deepest prayers and wishes are always with you in these trying times!

Bernie Trenary

April 19, 2012

I'm so very sorry to hear of Neil's passing, Susan! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Alison!

Gaye Williams

April 18, 2012

Susan and family, i'm very sorry to hear of Neil's death. He will be missed by the garden club. My thoughts are with you.

April 18, 2012

Dearest Susan & Family,

Sorry that we can't be with you. We shall miss Cousin Neil's frequent phone calls, his visits and his wonderful stories! We shall treasure our wonderful memories.
With our deepest sympathies and love

Mary, Joyce, Ronnie & Family

Annie Chelliah

April 17, 2012

My condolences to the Potash family and my prayers are with you all.
Annie Chelliah
BCGC member, Bowie

Kay Regester

April 17, 2012

Neil was a great friend to my mother and our family. Truly a unique guy, with a great sense of humor. I am sorry he is gone, and wish all of you happy memories to comfort you. Kay Emerick Regester, Ventura California

Mike Gilliam

April 17, 2012

Susan,I'm praying your strength during this time. May you be comforted in knowing that friends are thinking of you.

Vince DiCamillo

April 17, 2012

Susan, very sorry to hear of the passing of Neil. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Richard Hyman

April 17, 2012

Sorry for your loss. Ruth and Dick Hyman

Judith Graham

April 17, 2012

Susan And Family, I am sorry to hear about your loss. May God Bless and give you the strenght and peace to carry on.

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