Robert E Potter

March 11, 1927 - February 25, 2021

I DID IT MY WAY Robert E. Potter 93 of Deland,Fl, passed on Thursday, February 25, 2021. He was born in Miami, Fl to parents Robert E and Mary Jane Potter. Preceded in death by his parents. Robert is survived by his wife Barbara Potter; children, Patricia Haddaway, John (Marlene) Potter, James (Dina) Potter, Dorothy (James) Trisler, Robin Clemente and Mark Potter. He had 11 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Robert loved all his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Each one held a special place in his heart. Robert served in WWII and was a Miami police officer for 27 years and retired and moved to Deleon Springs, Fl and then to Deland, Fl. He liked reading books and his auto magazine. He was a true car nut for all kinds of cars. Everyone loved the stories he told about MPD and his children growing up. No matter how many times he told those stories, everyone loved them. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, member of National FOP, member of his local FOP#20 Lodge in Miami, Fl., he is an active member of the MPD Veteran Assoc. He will be cremated as that was his wishes. A Celebration of life will be held on a later date. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Barbara Potter.