Robert John Potts

April 11, 1958 – December 14, 2008

Born to Robert and Nancy Potts on April 11, 1958, Rob passed away too young on Sunday, December 14, 2008 due to complications of a life well celebrated. With athletic skills inherited from both parents, Rob enjoyed – or was forced into – teaching his twin sisters the fundamentals of laying down a perfect bunt and how to make an open field tackle. Rob was an all-star in baseball, basketball and a wrestling letterman. After graduating from White Center’s Evergreen High School in 1976, he became a licensed meat cutter working at Lucky Foods, Big Bear and QFC. Rob was a passionate fan of all sports, lived and died at the hand of the Chicago Cubs, and developed into a competition-level golfer. His collection of sports memorabilia was unrivaled. But nothing compared to the love he had for his children, Robert John and Amy Nicole who live in Kirkland with their mother, Brenda Potts.

Rob leaves behind his mother, Nancy Potts of Seattle, who did a masterful job of care giving these past few months. He is survived by his sisters, Kathleen Langloss of Kittitas, Washington, and Karen Nicholson of Milton, several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. A special thanks to our Auntie Jo Cougan for her love and support.

Although Rob had his struggles in life, he always maintained his sense of humor and quick wit. There will be a gathering for friends and family following the holidays.