George Wharton Potts

Potts, George Wharton “Smokey”, age 95, of South Knoxville, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 28, 2013. He was a member of Lake Forest Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon. He retired from L&N-CSX Railroad. He served with the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a 40+ year member of South Knoxville Optimist Club, a 32 degree mason having received his 50 year pin, serving as treasurer at the Charles McKinney Lodge. Smokey served 10+ years at the South Knoxville Fish Pantry where he was known as the Greeter. Preceded in death by parents, Howard Hathaway and Catherine Isabella Clark Potts; wife, Margaret Wood Potts; and daughter, Gail Potts Reedy. Survived by daughter, Deborah Potts, of Knoxville; son, Richard Clark Potts, of Savanah, GA; granddaughter, Aubrey Potts, of Jacksonville, FL; grandson, Devon Potts, of Savanah, GA; beloved dog, Tipper; grand dog, Shelby; many fond nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Service will be on Saturday, August 31, 2013, 2:00pm at Lake Forest Presbyterian Church with Rev. Buddy Sexton officiating. Visitation will be from 12noon-2pm prior to the service. Interment will follow at Woodlawn Cemetery with Military Honors. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Dean Mire and staff for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Lake Forest Presbyterian Church, 714 East Lake Forest Drive, Knoxville, TN 37920. Condolences may be offered online at www.berryfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway.