HUDSON FALLS – Rosemarie “Re” (Kessler) Potter, 81, of Hudson Falls, went into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, January 9, 2020, at her home, with her family by her side.
Born on March 16, 1938 in Boonville, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Clara (Pfendler) Kessler.
Rosemarie was a graduate of Boonville High School and continued her education at Plattsburg Teachers College.
On July 15, 1961, she married John H. “Jack” Potter in Boonville. He passed away in 1997, after 36 years.
Rosemarie taught Home and Careers in Hudson, South Glens Falls and Hudson Falls. She was a wonderful teacher who enjoyed her students and her fellow teachers.
For many years, Rosemarie was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls and more recently, St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls.
She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Besides her parents and husband, Rosemarie was predeceased by her brothers, Duane Kessler and Douglas Kessler and her sister, Lynda Allen.
Survivors include her four children, John Potter and his wife, Lynn, Jeff Potter and his wife, Debbie, Joette Kellogg and her husband, Bob and Jay Potter; her grandchildren, Kaylie, Thomas, Tyler, Hanna, Paige and Deme; her sister, Donna Pfendler and her brother Lynn Kessler; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 80 Saratoga Avenue in South Glens Falls, with the Rev. Tony Childs, pastor, officiating.
The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
I’m so sorry to hear that Re has passed. As a neighbor she was the absolute best and I’m happy that she was a small part of my life. I will always think of her fondly. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I was so sorry to see that Re has passed. As a neighbor she was the absolute best, and I’m happy that she was a small part of my life. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Rosemarie (Re) was my older sister, when I was growing up , I remember her Pat Boone record, that was played over and over. She was a good sister and friend. Conversation aways came easy when we talked. She lost Jack way to early, but always told me Jay was a blessing , gave her purpose in life after Jack’s passing .
I will miss you Re, I hope you are having a giant reunion with Jack as I write this God bless
Aunt Re was my father’s (Duane Kessler) oldest sister and my godmother. I will always remember her beautiful smile. Rest in peace Aunt Re. God bless the family
Sending condolences and Remembering your dear Mom today ,Potter family ,esp Joette and Jay , .She was my home economics teacher at the 7th grade Building on Main Street. I remember fondly, her helping me learn to sew an apron and having girl talks with us ,growing up, and other fun issues that Jr High girls have to deal with ! Fast forward quite a few years and I was Jays Jr. High teacher at HFJHS.Your Mom was always a help to me and supported everything I did with Jay at school ! Your mom will always be with you .
Condolences to the Potter family. My sister MaryAnn and Re were roommates in college; that close friendship continued over the years and I would sometimes tag along when they visited.
Re was also my long ago 7th grade Home Ec teacher; she personified both patience and encouragement!
Many fond memories!
I am so deeply and very sorry for this loss. I have known the Potter family forever now. Especially my very best friend, Jay and Jack. I will definitely always think of you. Jack was one of my best ever educators at school. I will always have my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you forever and always. I will especially think of my best friend, Jay Potter, a lot.
Sincere condolences. Your Mom was a special lady. I had your Dad for a teacher and that is when I met your Mom. Keep memories close.
So very sorry to hear this news. She was so very welcoming and loving to all she met. My sincerest condolences to John, Jeff, Joette and Jay. May your memories be a blessing.
My condolences to the Potter family and extended families. Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I had Jack as a 6th grade teacher and my boys had him as their Principal at “Our perfect little world” Maple Street School. I spent many a summer playing softball at Derby Park and might have disagreed with some of Jack’s calls. He had a great positive influence on my life as I’m sure he and Rosemarie did with many people. I also coached Joette in Girls softball back in the day and remember watching the boys grow into fine young men.
So sorry to hear of her passing. She was such a sweet, giving woman. Thoughts and prayers to the Potter family in this difficult time.