James Duane Potter, 83, of Coffeyville, Kansas passed away peacefully on Friday, January 24, 2025, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma

 

He was born on the 16th of December 1941, in Winfield, Kansas, to Harry and Carrie Marie (Darnall) Potter.  After spending his early years in the Bowring, Oklahoma and Sedan, Kansas area, where he graduated from Sedan High School.

 

On November 18, 1966, James married Thelma Hollister in Sedan.  Following their marriage, they made their home in Sedan until moving to Coffeyville in 1970.

 

James was a dedicated worker, serving many years in the lube oil packaging department at Farmland Refinery, now Coffeyville Resources, earning recognition for his commitment to his profession. After a fulfilling career, he retired and spent his time pursuing his hobbies. An avid reader, he found solace in the pages of Louis L'Amour books. His love for the outdoors was evident in his enthusiasm for bowling, fishing, and hunting. However, what mattered most to James was his family, who were always at the center of his world.

 

James is survived by his loving wife of more than 58 years, Thelma Potter of the home, his sons, Steve (Melanie) Dobney of Cypress, Texas, and Jim (Nancy) Potter Jr. of Coffeyville, Kansas, his brother, Fred Potter of Princeton, Kansas, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Carrie Potter, and his brother, Jack Potter, and his sister, Ethel McGill.

 

A visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.at David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, Kansas, 67337, with the family greeting friends from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

 

Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, February 3, 2025, at the Moore Prairie Cemetery west of Sedan, Kansas with Pastor Bill Long of Bowing, Oklahoma officiating.

Military Honors will be conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard.

 

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma; contributions may be left with the funeral home or mailed in care of David W. Barnes Funeral Home, 306 North Cline Road, Coffeyville, KS 67337.

 

To leave a message for the family please visit www.dwbfh.com

 

David W. Barnes Funeral Home in Coffeyville is in charge arrangements.