Life story

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Thomas Allen Potts, age 66, of Bowling Green, Ohio, passed away peacefully. Born on June 18, 1959, Thomas lived a full and meaningful life centered on faith, family, and connection with others.

Thomas dedicated many years of his career to the automotive industry, working in car sales and finance. He took great pride in his work and built lasting relationships with colleagues and customers alike. In retirement, he embraced a slower pace of life, enjoying the things he loved most.

He had a passion for bowling, golf, and baseball, and found joy in both friendly competition and time spent with loved ones. Above all, Thomas was a devout Christian and a faithful member of Covenant Church, where his belief in God was the foundation of his life.

Thomas is survived by his beloved wife, Kathy Potts, and his children: Nichole Cleavenger, Sean Potts, Jerome Potts (JJ Potts), Annya Duckett (Jermaine Duckett), Samantha O’Neill (Kyle O’Neill), Tabatha Blody (Matt Blody), April Whitman (Keith Whitman), and Micah Shearn (Amanda Shearn). He was also a proud grandfather to 23 grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense joy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Potts and Patricia Potts.

Thomas’s life was a testament to faith, love, and devotion. His legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

“For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.”
— 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (NIV)"