Patrick Henry Potter, 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 6, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 10, 1943 in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. He married Frances M. Elledge, his sweetheart from Marion, VA on December 13, 1963. He served in the United States Army and later was employed as an automotive mechanic until his retirement.

Pat, as he was affectionately known, loved spending time with his family. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and going camping. He was a faithful and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.

He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Frances Potter; two daughters, Margaret Labancz and Betty Lou Healey (Robbie); a son Michael Patrick Potter (Ana Marie); five grandchildren, Jimmy Holt, Samantha and Stacy Walton, Kelly and Kyle Labancz, and three great-grandchildren to cherish his memory. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Virgie Potter.

He will always be remembered for his warmth, kindness, sense of humor and his love for his family and friends.

A service celebrating and reflecting on memories of his life will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, November 16, 2019 followed by a time of visitation at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.