Jacqueline was born on March 28, 1930, in Escanaba, MI, to Henry and Florence (LaViolette) Gingrass. On August 18, 1951, she married John “Dick” Potter of Escanaba, MI. They raised 6 children. 3 sons; James, David and Richard and 3 daughters; Jane, Catherine and Anne.
She received her LPN degree at Bay De Noc College in Escanaba, MI in 1970.
Jacqueline had a passion for all artistic endeavors, especially oil painting, and in the warm weather you would always find her on the golf course. She gave of herself passionately to her whole family, with her infectious laughter and disposition. She gave her community and friends a lifetime of joy and happiness.
Jacqueline was proceeded in death by her father, Henry; mother, Florence; husband, John; son David Potter and sisters Mary Ann Bruce and Florence Mary Gingrass.
She is survived by her 5 children: Jane Korntved (Jim), Catherine Potter, Jim Potter (Geri), Richard Potter, and Anne Potter Bousquet; her sisters Noreen Speith and Dottie Schram; 11 grandchildren: Eric Potter (Christine), Kathryn Potter-Cline (John), Jacqueline Beaulac (Jon), Gwendaline Murray (Ed), Ashley Kennedy (Sean), Tessiea Doering, Matthew Bousquet, Terra Potts, Zack Potter, Christina Potter, and Jessica Potter and 16 great grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, August 6, 2021 at 11:00 AM with Fr. Jamie Ziminski officiating. Refreshments will be served in the fellowship hall following the services. Jacqueline will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells.
The Potter family is being assisted by the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone.
Ashley Kennedy - Fort Carson, CO
I love you Grandma.
Anne Potter Bousquet - Superior, WI
“Off in the nether lands I heard a sound like the beating of heavenly wings……..whenever I hear Dan sing Nether Lands I will think of you taking flight. Love you always…..Annie
David Hill - Escanaba, Mi
Condolences to the family. Many fond memories from the old days, Dog Patch, Flat Rock, etc.
David, Jana and Stephen Hill
Catherine Potter - Gladstone, MI
I love you mamma. With the world turning in a circle, sun rise and sundown, I will think of you as my sunshine while the chickadees sing their song. Love, Cathy
Dorothy Charlebois - Gladstone. , Mi
So sorry for your loss, I have seen some of Jackie’s art it’s beautiful. Went to visit her with my mom several times it was always a joy, what a great time we would have to missed her when she moved. Love,
Sally Grall - Escanaba, MI
To Jane and family,
I worked with Jackie at MFC bank in the ’70’s and it was always a joy. She was a lot fun and a ray of sunshine. She never complained when I asked her look up any history on an account I needed or make a last minute deposit for a customer. Jackie always spoke highly of all her children. It was a pleasure to work with and know her. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.
Sally & Denny Grall