Robert F. Potter

Robert Bob Potter III passed away August 3, 2017 at his home. He was 73 years old.Bob was born in Florida on October 31, 1943 to Robert F. Potter, Jr. and Dorothy (Kinney) Potter. He grew up in Wheat Ridge, CO where he was an Eagle Scout and graduated from Wheat Ridge High School in 1961. He later earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of Northern Colorado in 1976.Bob was married to Catherine Cathy Bourg in 1964. They were together for 52 fantastic and loving years before his passing. They moved to Longmont in 1969 when Bob was hired as an Air Traffic Controller. He retired in 1994 and spent 10 years working as a consultant. He started and owned several other businesses including helping his daughter Michelle build and operate her business.Bob owned several airplanes, enjoyed Flying, loved spending time outdoors, liked spending time in his yard, and was proud of his Christmas lights. He was active in Boy Scout Troop 67 while his son Bill was a member. Bob was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Cathy; his son Bill; his daughter Michelle Phillips (Mitch Gieber); his grandchildren Heather Phillips and Amber (Kris) Piltz; his great grandson Greyson Piltz; his brother Gary Potter and his sister Sally (Rob) May.The family invites all friends to join them in a celebration of Bob's life. It will be held in the President's Room at the Dickens Tavern & Opera House from 1-3pm Saturday August 19th 2017. Cremation entrusted to Ahlberg Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Memorial contributions can be made to the Inn Between in care of Ahlberg Funeral Chapel. Visit www.ahlbergfuneralchapel.com to share condolences.