Today I tried to text Mrs. Potter because she was on my mind.  I found some piano material that she let my son borrow when he took piano lessons from her a couple of years ago, and I wanted to return them to her. When both text attempts came back undelivered, I tried calling and received an automated message that said my call could not be completed as dialed. I immediately thought, oh no….I Googled her name and saw that she had passed last year.  I was so sad to read this news and wished I had of known so that I could have paid my respects.  She was so talented and a great piano teacher.  Her kind, yet stern approach was exactly what my son needed.  My condolences to her family.  Rest easy Mrs. Potter…❤️

Mrs.Potter was my absolute favorite teacher at Snacks Crossing! I will never forget the memories we have created together there was one time in the gym and I was being a little rascal and she took me to the corner and had a stern talking to me and told me to behave a week later in the music room she told me she was scared I’d kick her in the knee and run and she would be down and couldn’t chase me because she just had knee surgery I responded and said I could never hurt my favorite teacher I just want to say rest in heavenly peace Mrs. Potter you will never be forgotten 

Mrs. Potter was my elementary school music teacher. To this day, my brother and I sing our school song that Mrs. Potter had created herself at Snacks Crossing. I loved going to music class in school and singing songs with Mrs. Potter. She never forgets any of her students. 

Mrs. Potter was my elementary music teacher and she inspired me to continue pursuing music through out my education. Without her I would not have the opportunities and experiences that I have been able to participate in through my university today. I want to thank her for everything that she taught me.

May she rest in peace and be at ease in her new journey. 

Dear Family and Friends of Linda,

I never met Linda in person, as she connected with me via Facebook. I  accepted her friend request as I noted she had several friends through our Free Methodist Church denomination. Although our "friendship" was through comments and pictures I could "see" her genuine personality and love for God, family and friends. 

My thoughts and prayers are with Linda's loved ones, and I pray God's promise of an Eternal Reunion through Jesus Christ our Lord will bring you peace, comfort and hope. 

Sincerely in Christ,
Rev. Barbara Witter

I met Linda around 2008 or so.  I was providing chair massage for teacher appreciation at Snacks. We have been kicking it ever since.  I loved her and she loved me and my daughters Faith and Hannah and also my son Scott.  It felt as if she was as proud of them as I am.  We had some great conversations and we knew we could fix this silly world if only given the chance! 😁 We both knew that God was still sitting on the throne and in control.  She reminded me to walk by faith and not by sight as she walked through her life.  Being a part of the Bible study at Jeanette’s was special too.  She was such a dear friend.  Her encouragement of me and my family was beyond!  I will miss her.  My condolences and love to her family.

Dear family of my dear friend Linda.  
My family lived right down the street from the Vawter family from 1964- 1998 when my parents Ron and Ina Biggs moved to Tennessee. Linda and I were fast friends through high school and she played the piano at my wedding to Jeff in 1971.  I only saw her briefly after that at reunions as we both were married and staring careers and families.   We reconnected via fb and chatted occasionally.  Always sent Christmas cards .  Linda was kind, gentle, funny and I miss her daily comments. I am so very sorry for this huge loss, but heavens gain.
Love and prayers
Patty(Biggs) and jeff Gephart 

My beautiful cousin Linda! I love you to the moon and back and have a ton of beautiful memories. Even when I got blamed for some of your shenanigans I still loved you. I will definitely see you again one day and will miss you dearly until then! Shine bright up there and give hugs for me.🙏♥️

Mike and the boys, the Sowle Family has so many found memories of Linda and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.  We are certain the many fond memories will soften your sorrow. There simply is no better piano teacher, neighbor and friend than Linda.
- Bill, Betsy, Will & Marley

Linda was a strong, woman, in many ways - dedicated to Christ, her family, her music and teaching.  Her love for children  and music flowed together in the classroom and at church .  Not only was she a teacher but a multi-tasking mother and business woman, selling Longaberger baskets, and several other lines of products, all at the same time.   Linda's spiritual strength and dedication to the Church and friends shined brightly even in her last days.  Despite her weakness, she played organ and piano for two funerals, just one week before taking her Heavenly Father's hand.  What a witness to the promise of "Christ in us, the hope of glory"!!!

I remember many times as a child spending time with my aunt. One of my favorite memories was when we were in her car listening to the radio. Music was on the radio and I asked my aunt who is this singing? She told me it was The Bee Gees and Barry Gibb.  I then kept asking are you sure they’re not girls”? I have loved the Bee Gees ever since, and every time I hear them, I think of my aunt and always will. I have so much comfort knowing that she is in Heaven.

It is with a heavy heart that I write this condolence for Linda Potter.  I taught with Linda at Snacks Crossing Elementary School and I can tell you that she lived a Godly life.  She was compassionate, humble,  showed empathy toward others and loved the children she taught.  Her life was a truly Christian example for others.  She is now at peace with our Lord and Savior.

Regina Nowak

OBITUARY

Linda Sue Potter

July 11, 1951 – February 4, 2023

Crown Hill Funeral Home & Cemetery

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