POTELL, Ronald W.

Ronald W. Potell, age 68, a resident of Sun City, Arizona, passed away on Saturday, June 5, 2007. Ron was born in Detroit, Michigan on August 7, 1938 to Leo and Florence Potell. He spent his formative years in Harlingen, Texas. He and his former wife, Beverly (Ferrier), raised two children. After a twenty year career in the Army, including serving in the Vietnam War, he retired in 1974 with the rank of Captain. Following a move to Phoenix, Arizona, he enjoyed a career in real estate and computer related endeavors. In 1979 he married Nancy (Clark) and made a home in Mesa, Arizona. Following retirement, they moved to Sun City, Arizona in 1998 where Ron, an avid golfer, worked at improving his game. A firm believer in supporting community activities, Ron was an active member of his Condo Association Board for several years. His sharp mind, quick wit and presence in their lives will be missed by both family and friends. Ron is survived by his wife, Nancy; his brother, Albert Potell of Richmond, Virginia; his daughter, Debra Potel of Phoenix, Arizona; his son, Jeff Potell of Tempe, Arizona; and his granddaughter, Valarie Potell; as well as two step-children: Jennie Wood and Katherine Henline and their families. A viewing was held at Regency Mortuary, 9850 W. Thunderbird Road in Sun City, Arizona, 623-875-7500. Graveside services were Monday, June 11th at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in his name to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 145447, Cincinnati, Ohio 45250-5447. Published in the Daily News-Sun on 6/8/2007.