Ruth J Potts

Long time resident of Deep River, Ruth J. "Jean" (Calamari) Potts passed away on January 30, 2025 after a long battle with dementia. She was 85. Jean was born in Middletown, CT on March 23, 1939 to Louis and Ruth (Moldander) Calamari and grew up in Chester, CT.

Jean graduated in 1957 from Valley Regional High School. She worked for many years and retired from VRHS Cafeteria where she had many laughs with the students as they came through the lunch line. Jean worked there along side of her best friend, Beverly Gates for a combined total of 34 years between them which was recognized at a ceremony held by the school. She was always in attendance at her sons' sporting events and always supportive in everything they did. She loved going to concerts with her cousin Richard. She was an enormous fan of Elvis, The Beatles, Rod Stewart and Michael Jackson. She enjoyed reading, exercising, jazzercise, going on walks and was also a huge dog lover.

Jean's love and dedication for her family was endless and could always be counted on. She married William "Bill" Potts Jr. in 1960 who predeceased her in 2000. She is survived by her two sons William and Jason and his wife Jennifer; grandchildren Justin and Lindsey; sisters Joyce Hines and Kathy Fox. She was predeceased by her brother Louis "Bob" Calamari, sister Joan Waterman, step-brother William Towler and step-sister Dorothy Hagedorn.

Thank you to all that took care of Jean with special mention to Scottie Lane, the wonderful staff at Atria Crossroads Place and Mystic Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. We applaud the caretakers and are in awe of their compassion and dedication. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation of money, blankets, toys, supplies, etc. to a local animal shelter of your choice in her name. Services will be private and held at Robinson, Wright and Weymer Funeral Home at 34 Main Street,

Centerbrook, CT at a time to be determined.