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POTTER WINSTON-SALEM ~ Norman D. Potter, Sr. May 23, 2011 Norman D. Potter, Sr. of Newland, N.C. and Palm Harbor, Fl., went to be with the Lord on May 23, 2011. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many. Norman leaves behind his loving wife of 58 years, Dorothy Guy Potter; a daughter and son-in law, Beth and Joe Schuster of Cumming, GA; a son and loving friend, Mark Potter and Kathy Jones of Lutz, FL; and a son and daughter-in-law, Norm and Patricia Potter of Lewisville, NC. He deeply loved his grandchildren and leaves behind: Jackson, Jared, and Jamieson Schuster, Kaitlin and Lauren Potter, and Meredith, James, and Stephen Potter. Norman was passionate for the Gospel and formed the Mountain Men's Bible Study Group in 1996. This group has spread to several mountain counties and remains very active today. On Saturday, May 28, 2011 at 2 p.m., there will be a Memorial and Celebration of Norman's life. Following this service there will be a reception in the Newland Presbyterian Church's fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Norman D. and Dot G. Potter Award in Geriatrics, Wake Forest Baptist Health, Office of Development and Alumni Affairs, Medical Center Boulevard, Winston-Salem, NC 27157-1021. WS 61893

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on May 26, 2011.

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May 31, 2011

Norm,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I didn't know your father, but knowing you tells me he was a very special person.

Joe Verga

May 28, 2011

To Dot and your family,

Patti and I are sorry for your loss. We really enjoyed being with you and Norm. He was such a great neighbor. Several times this week, I found myself looking out our window and expecting Norm to walk past. We feel the loss. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.

Larry & Patti Reynolds

Kate Laird (Dones)

May 26, 2011

I wish I could give you many more years. I wish I could erase away all of your tears.
I want to take away all of your pain. I want to give you sunshine in the rain.
May each new day be a perfect gift. May love surround you, may your spirits lift.
If someone had to describe you so many words come to mind. Beauty and grace, a heart so kind.
You radiate warmth like a blazing fire. You are courage and wisdom. You truly inspire.
You attract like a magnet beautiful things. You sparkle and shine like a diamond ring.
You light up a room when you walk in. If someone feels sad you can make them grin.
You are elegant and charming. You know right from wrong. You are the melody from a beautiful love song.
You are a breath of fresh air on a hot summer's night. When there is darkness you turn on the light.
I do not want these words to make you cry. I do not want to ever say goodbye.
I believe miracles really do come true. No one deserves one more than you.
Please know how many lives you touch. These words are my present. You are loved so much.

We will remember you always. Love, Kate and Travis

Mike and Helen Toler

May 26, 2011

Our hearts go out to all of you for the loss of such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. Norm was very special to us as all of you are and we are honored to have been a part of his life. He will be truly missed by all. We thank God that He has blessed our lives by allowing us to be a part of your lives. We pray you will find peace and comfort in the days ahead in the memories of him you will hold dear to your heart and through the love, support and prayers of all your friends and family. We love you all. Mike and Helen Toler

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