Robert L. Potts

Robert L. Potts, age 84, of Byron Center, was suddenly called to his heavenly home on Monday, October 19, 2020, doing what he loved best; spending time with his sons and grandsons around the campfire in the north woods. He was preceded in death by several of his brothers and sisters; granddaughter, Danielle Cantu; and son-in-law, Dave Chenier.  Bob was one of eleven children born to Archie and Evelyn Potts.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Nancy Kay; his children, Kandy Chenier, Penny and Steve Kape, Bradley and Diane Zeeff, Douglas and Terri Zeeff; grandchildren, Christopher Cantu, Channing Adams, Cameron and Erin Kape, Jamie and Travis Budzyn, Jason and Bethany Zeeff, Tawna and Jon Bausano, Taylor and Justin Hanberry, Mikki and Jordan Divo, Benjamin Zeeff; nine great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; brother, Don and Nancy Potts and several other brothers and sisters, nieces, nephews and dear friends.  Bob served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He was a warm, loving, caring, husband, father, and grandfather.  The most important things in Bob’s life were church and family.  He loved to cook and bake for family gatherings.  Bob also enjoyed mowing the grass, tinkering in the barn, going to breakfast, and being outdoors.  A private funeral service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2020, at Woodview Christian Church, 3785 Woodview Ave SW, Grand Rapids, with Pastor Chris Pannell officiating.  A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at a future date. The burial will take place at Winchester Cemetery.   Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Woodview Christian Church.