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Miriam R. Potts, 83

January 05, 2021

Miriam R. Potts, 83, of East Petersburg, PA passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Born in Lancaster, PA she was the daughter of the late Ruth M. (Dohn) and William F. Miller.

Miriam was a graduate of JP McCaskey High School. Following graduation, Miriam went to work for Weis Markets, where she was employed for over 47 years. She enjoyed camping with her family, visiting the casino and playing bingo as well as building puzzles. She also enjoyed watching the Hallmark Channel and golf. Most of all, Miriam cherished spending time with her family. Her generous heart will be missed by all who knew her.

Miriam is survived by her children: David Potts of Kansas, Linda McGaw (Kenneth) of Mt. Joy, Doug Potts (Bonnie) of Willow Street, Diane Herr (Lindsay) of East Petersburg and Leslie Eckman (Edward) of Lancaster; her brother David Miller of Meadville, 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers Donald and Richard Miller.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1PM on Monday, January 11, 2021 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. Friends and family will be received from 12PM until the time of service. Interment will be private at Laurel Hill Cemetery, Columbia, PA. The family requests casual and colorful attire to honor Miriam.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 610 Community Way, Lancaster, PA 17603.

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January 11, 2021

I was a 16 year old cashier at Erb’s Grocery Store in East Pete when Mim worked in the office in the evenings. She was one of the most influential people in my young life. She was kind and friendly and always hustling. Her work ethic was unmatched. I was so fond of her and so grateful to have known her. My sympathies to her family. She was a gem.
Becky (Hipp) Welsh

January 11, 2021

I am so sorry to read of Mims passing. She was a very nice and funny lady.I often talked with her at Erbs and then Weiss. We would discuss how I made out at the casino. One day I  lost my wallet at the store and when I got home there was a message from Mim that she found it at the store. 
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE MIM.
Jack Whalen

January 11, 2021

Worked with Mim with her #88 family
She always had us laughing…such a special woman whose family was so important to her 
Thoughts and prayers she will be missed.
Carol bagnoli

January 11, 2021

She was such a great person and a wonderful mother-n-law.I thank God for allowing  me the honor  of noting her and being a part of her life.My thoughts and prayers  go out to the family if there’s  anything  I can do let me no.
Paula Miller

January 11, 2021

I was shocked to see this sad news in the newspaper.  My heart goes out to you and your families.  Miriam was such a kind and lovely woman.  Always smiling.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  Heidi Krause Gumbert

January 11, 2021

Mim will be missed by many. Her smile in that photo is so beautiful and warm. What a big heart she had and a big wondrerful family. My thoughts and prayers to Rachel, Trevor, their dad, Doug, and the whole family. 
Wendy Gockley

January 10, 2021

Dear Linda, I am so sorry for the passing of your mom. May she rest eternally in our Fathers presence.
Linda Gephardt

January 10, 2021

Really glad I got to meet mrs.potts very nice lady also glad she enjoyed time spent at my cabin every summer prayers to all family members 🙏 
Robert Trimble

January 10, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss her smile.  She was a special lady.
Debbie Wible

January 10, 2021

Mim was a blessing  in all of our lives. She’ll be greatly missed! 

January 08, 2021

I’m going to miss Mim alot. I worked with her a long time. She was definitely a very special person to a lot of people. Fly high Mim you ate now Gods Angel. 
Laura Gillespie

January 08, 2021

I will miss working with Mim. Such a sweet soul. -Weis Markets store #88
Bethany Gohn

January 08, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. I loved this lady and working with her was a joy. I will miss her so much. Prayers for all. 
Doriece Jones

January 08, 2021

Wonderful person, I’ll miss Mim.
Kevin Morrison

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Monday, January 11, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
3110 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543
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