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Obituary For Sharon Potts
Life Reflections
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven Ecclesiastes 3:1
Sharon Leona Potts was born on May 1, 1964 in Perry Ga. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Potts, and her parents Solomon Jones and Arlene Dawsey. On January 27, 2023, Sharon departed this earthly life and entered peacefully into eternal rest.
She graduated from Northside High School and furthered her education at Georgia Southwestern University on a full basketball scholarship. While in college she became a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated. She achieved the status of Silver Star after 25 years of dedication to sisterhood and service. Sharon joined the U.S. Army on July 7, 1986 and served for 20 years. Throughout her years of service, Sharon received military honors such as commendations and service metals. After her military service, she worked at Robins Air Force Base as a civilian employee. Before retiring from her position, she received her MBA from Columbia Southern University.
She loved God and her family. At an early age she accepted Christ as her personal savior at Jerusalem Baptist Church. In 2020, she joined Growing In Unity Together Ministries to continue her journey with Christ.
She leaves to forever cherish her memories sons: Fredrick (Cierra) Jones and Abry (Kate) Jones; grandchildren: Czarien, Jhayden, Alaina, and Amara; sisters: Patricia Joseph, Myrtice Taylor, Pamela (Don) Goggans, Marguerite Howard, and Charlene (Alvin) Corbett; brothers: Elvis Haslem and Marcus (Pam) Richardson; two cousins that she considered sisters: Sarita Head and Betty Petties; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Cierra Walters sent Cherished Friend Bouquet for Sharon Potts - February 03, 2023
With Love from the soul sisters of Ms. Sharon's son and daughter, Abry and Kate.
Rose Garden Heart was sent for Sharon Potts - February 02, 2023
Loving Respect Bouquet was sent for Sharon Potts - February 01, 2023
Glenda Walker planted 5 trees in memory of Sharon Potts . - February 04, 2023
Sharon your energy and service to others was unmatched. It was a blessing to know you and work alongside you. My prayers and condolences to your family. May you rest in peace my friend. -Shenita Humphrey
My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. So sad to learn of the passing of Sharon. May you all have comfort and peace 🙏🏾.. Frederica Lewis Mobley 💕
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sharon. I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Sharon. Blessings, comfort and peace to all her loved ones.
Sending Our Heartfelt Condolences to the Family. May God of all Comforts, Strengthens, and Keep each of You during this difficult time. ❤️ Love, Willie Jr. & Rose Evans
Rest in Peace. You are loved and missed. Honored to have served with you. God bless your family. Kristi Bonnell
Rest in Heaven, Battle Buddy.
Words cannot express the heart break I'm feeling today once I learned of Sharon's passing. We communicated via text a couple of weeks ago and I had no idea that would be the last time I heard from her. She was a beautiful person whom always looked after everyone. She loved her family and friends. RIP Sharon until we meet again.
Sherry D. Brown
My deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Sharon at Ft. Benning. Ga. She was a joy to be around always smiling.RIP. Cenneta Gunn
My most sincere condolences to all of Sharon's wonderful family and friends. What an extreme honor to get to know and serve with someone so amazing who positively impacted boundless lives over her decades of selfless service to our Nation.
She provided life-changing opportunities to so many, and I am personally indebted for the time she took to identify, mold, train, and mentor those who had the pleasure to experience her leadership. Her infectious smile, strength, grace, wisdom, and unwavering passion for service motivated and influenced countless others.
Ma'am - you have been called home to our final duty station, having served so many, for so long – we all salute you. Rest in peace and power, I truly thank you for everything. NPJ
My condolences to your family. Vivian Gibson
My condolences to the family. I'm honored to have known Sharon and work with her. A true Angel walks on clouds now
Sending my condolence to the family. I'm so honored to have known Sharon and worked with her. Lydia
My family and I greatly sympathize with you and your family doing the loss of your beloved sister Sharon. Words can't say how our hearts goes out to Myrtice, Sand, Christina, and especially {Fred and Avry} the sisters and brothers. We will Pray for Grace and Mercy with God's Love for Peace and Comfort.
Lavonia Whitehurst-Brown Durham NC
My deepest condolences to the Potts/Jones family. Sharon was the sweetest person ever. She loved God and her family. She would let you know that she was a Jones through and through. Rest easy Sharon.
CW5 Edna Frazier(retired) my condolences
Sending condolences to the family. Sharon befriended me whilst in US ARMY, and met her in Charlottesville, at our JAG School. Rest in Peace - Soldier
Sending our deepest condolences to the family, praying God gives you all peace and comfort at this difficult time!~~Gay and Lynn Roberts
Extending my most heartfelt condolences on the passing of this extraordinary woman! The love and care she showed me and my daughter during the years I worked for her was simply remarkable and she will always hold a special place in my fondest memories. May the love of God grant you comfort and peace at this difficult time as you reflect on he life and legacy of your loved one and lay her to eternal rest.
~ Soror Eve Tabor King
With deepest sympathy from Wayne and Retia Scott. You will be missed and always have a place in our hearts.
My deepest condolences to Fred and Abry and the rest of the family. My friend was an awesome mom and grandmother. I will truly miss her. I will always remember our good times. Wanda Thomas
Sharon you were such a beautiful person, was such a joy to be around you, you never complain about anything you will be truly miss friend. One day we will see each other again my dear friend. My condolences to your family.
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