Robert "Bob" Potter

Robert (Bob) Potter 79, of Mission Viejo, California and formerly of Dubuque, passed away peacefully after a valiant fight with cancer on August 22 in Mission Viejo, California. He was born on March 6, 1946, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Thelma and Arthur Potter. He grew up in Dubuque, Iowa and graduated from Wahlert High School in 1964.

He married his high school sweetheart, Joyce Heitz, November 30th 1968.

In 1966 he joined the U.S. Air Force serving proudly in Korea and the Philippines. After his discharge in 1971 Bob and Joyce moved to Iowa City where Bob attended the University of Iowa. He earned his bachelor's degree in business in 1972 and began his career with Osco Drug. They eventually moved to Marlborough, Massachusetts where they raised their three children: Jeff, Stephanie and Kristen. In 1991 Bob accepted a position in California with Osco/Save-On Drugs, where he later became Vice President of Operations for Southern California. After retiring in 2006 Bob embraced his favorite pastimes, playing golf, enjoying his morning coffee while reading the newspaper cover to cover, and traveling with Joyce and various friends. His greatest joy, however, was spending time with his family, especially on the many trips they took together. Bob is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Joyce; his children: Jeff (Christine) Potter and their sons Drew and Danny; Stephanie Shaffer and her son Brian and Kristen (Ben) Gordon and their children Jake and Sophie. His siblings Gary (Ann) Potter; Joyce Potter; Carol (Jim) Voelker and Ralph (Ann) Potter. Also surviving are many in-laws and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Duane, in October of last year and looked forward to reuniting with him in heaven.

He will be remembered for his integrity, positive attitude, great sense of humor, and iconic full head of hair.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 12th from 11:30am - 3:30pm at American Legion Post 291, 215 15th St., Newport Beach, California 92663. If you wish to attend, please RSVP by emailing rjp331@cox.net

Memorials may be given to the Veteran Emergency Assistance Fund c/o American Legion Post 291, 215 15th St., Newport Beach, California 92663.