William Jay Pote

William Jay Pote, of Rochester Hills, Michigan, passed away on February 16th, 2021 at the age of 76. He was born in Pontiac, Michigan on January 31st, 1945. Jay was a graduate of Avondale High School. He married his beloved wife Diane Pote (nee Coleman) on April 2nd, 1977. He was a proud member of the National Guard and honorably served his country. Jay was a plumber with Local 98. He loved hunting, antiques, old cars, Westerns, and the Red Wings.

He is survived by his wife Diane; children Joy Pote, Ryan (Jennifer) Pote, Jason (Cyndee) Pote, and Gena (Steve) Clark; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; siblings Jim (Brenda) Pote, Jack (Jan) Pote, and Jill Lanni. He is predeceased by his parents Craig and Vivian Pote and his brother Craig (Jan) Pote.

A funeral visitation will be held on Saturday March 13th, at Rochester Church of Christ from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM with a funeral being held at 11:30 AM.