Joseph Potter

JOE POTTER Click here to view Joe's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Joseph Benjamin Potter, Jr., 87, of Terreton, passed away December 4, 2009, at Beacon Rehabilitation in Pocatello, Idaho. He was under the care of Access Hospice. He was born July 3, 1922, in Terreton, Idaho to Joseph Benjamin Potter, Sr. and Lowvicy Staley Potter. He grew up and attended schools in the area, graduating from Roberts High School. He served as a Sargent in the U. S. Army during World War II. On August 3, 1948, he married Dorine Joy Gerard at the First Presbyterian Church in Idaho Falls. They made their home in Terreton. Dorine preceded him in death on June 2, 2003. He worked as a farmer and also served as a Deputy Sheriff and County Sheriff of Jefferson County. He was a member of the Mud Lake Fair Board, West Jefferson Lions Club, Mud Lake Soil Conservation District, and Mud Lake Telephone Cooperative. He was also a member of the Mud Lake Community Baptist Church. Joe enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing cards, and drinking coffee at the café with friends. Survivors include: Son: Richard Joseph Potter, Moscow, ID Daughter: Karen Doris Jordan, Spokane, WA Son: Russell Todd Potter, Pocatello, ID Son: William Gerard Potter, Pocatello, ID Brother: Fred Potter Sister: Lavina Gray 7 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren with two on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; Dorine, and sister, Blanche. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2009, Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge. The family will visit with friends Monday from 1 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the services at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Fielding Memorial Park with military rites performed by the Bonneville County Veterans Memorial Team and Idaho Honor Guard. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Tara Potter I am going to miss you!! I could not have asked for a better Father-In-Law! Terrall & Jeanette Hanson terrallh@katewwdb.com Dear Family, I am deeply sadden by the passing of my dear friend Joe. Serving under him as a deputy, and establishing a life long friendship. He gave me a father figure when I needed it. He believed in me when a lot of others didn’t. He always showed integrity, courage in the face of danger. Rest now Joe you earned it. Love Terrall and Jeanette Diane Walstrom (Mitchell) dianeewal@yahoo.com So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Marie Hartwell Kellom Dear Rick, Russ & Karen, Want you to know you're in our thoughts and prayers. I thought a lot of both your mother and dad. I just want you to know I'm thinking of you. Unfortunately I am out of town or I would be at the services today. Marie Hartwell Kellom Bob Rising rising@gorge.net In the early 70's I had the pleasure of serving Sheriff Joe as one of his deputies. He was a great boss and I'll never forget the experiences had while working the Mud Lake side of the county. Joe was always a "good visit" over the years and I'll always remember him. Kris (Jernberg) Rising rising@gorge.net Rick, Karen, Russ & Bill, So sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. So hard to lose our parents. Stay close to each other and to God and you will be able to go on. Love and prayers, Kris