Mary & I have been best friends since 1957. We have shared so much over the years. We've laughed we've cried, enjoyed just being together at times saying nothing but, still feeling the love. I have been so blessed to have her for all these years. I will miss her terribly but, so glad her suffering is over. Heaven gained another angel & one day I will see her again. May God reach out to her whole family & give them peace. Rest in peace my dear Mary Rose.

 Posted by Evelyn Harris - Hamilton, MI - Best friend May 06, 2014

Mrs. Potter was a sweet and wonderful lady! I grieve with her family but rejoice for her. She is whole again in her Heavenly Fathers arms. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

 Posted by Leah LeFebre - grand rapids, MI - friend of daughter May 07, 2014

Those last years of pain suffering now forgotten. Rev. 22;1-5. "On each side of the river stood the tree of life. bearing twelve crops of fruit.yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the healing of the nations".
 Those times of confusion and darkness, forgotten. V5. "There will be no more night,---- for the Lord God will give them light. 
 We pray for all left behind. And point to Jesus of Nazareth. Son of David. Lord of Mary Potter.

 Posted by John Mast - Grand Rapids, MI - Friend of Buster. May 07, 2014

Loving and gentle Aunt Mary such a sweetheart ill never forget coming to you and uncle busters house with mom dad an Terri when we were little and I would giggle at your shepherd king because he could open the doors with his mouth or how loving you always were. My parents chose the best when they chose you and Uncle Buster for our god parents.Peace and love to Uncle Buster and Amanda in this time of loss. Rest in peace Aunt Mary love you.

 Posted by Tammy Essebaggers9W - West Olive, MI - niece May 07, 2014

Buster, Amanda and Family: Sorry for your loss which is Heavens gain. I will always remember the sweet smile and sincere kindness that Mary extended to me and the many times we would tease. A truly lady that will be missed. With Love and respect .... Lloyd

 Posted by Lloyd Rich - Spearfish , SD - Friend of the Family May 07, 2014

Our hearts go out to Mary's family. She was a sweet caring person. May the happy memories of her lifetime carry you through the greiving process. RIP Mary. 

 Posted by Mel & Linda Stoepker - Dorr, MI - friend May 07, 2014

So sorry to hear about Mary. Remembering such good times laughing around your kitchen table as kids. As family pass away, our comfort is to all meet again in heaven. May our Heavenly Father comfort all of her friends and family.

 Posted by Linda Conran - Hudsonville May 07, 2014

I had the utmost privilege to care for Mary Rose this last year...I am forever greatful that God brought her here to us and charged us to love and care for her.I will forever sing the song we made up and remember the sparkle in those lovely blue eyes. I know I will hear those sweet words once again when the time is right..."oh!!! I've been waiting for you!!!" May God Bless you Buster,Amanda and all her family and friends.

 Posted by Robin Laymon - Byron Center, MI - Caregiver at Rehoboth Gardens May 08, 2014

Buster and Amanda. I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed.

 Posted by Sue Grroeneveld - Zeeland , MI - Cousin in law May 09, 2014

I remember asking my mom if Buster would ever marry Mary, I thought he had waited long enough, after all I had grown too big to be a flower girl. My mom said when the time was right. I was very excited when she finally became my aunt. I was only 9 or 10 when they lived out of state while Buster was in the National Guard, I would write letters to them. The best part Mary would take time to write me back. I can't tell you how wonderful it was for me to receive those letters. I kept them for years, until they were lost in a move. God Blessed me the day Buster married Mary. I will forever miss her, my love Uncle Buster, Amanda, Jeff, Luke, Levi, and Liam.

 Posted by Connie Anderson - Kentwood, MI - Niece May 13, 2014

Buster and family Ivm very sorry Marys gone but she's with her lord and savior and a much better place peace 

 Posted by Florence Slovinski - Kentwood, MI - friends through Scott May 13, 2014

I wrote and read this poem at Aunt Mary's funeral, I felt it was worth sharing to bring comfort to everyone who knew and loved her.
 GOD SMILING AT ME
 written by Denise Sorensen-VanGessel I've found a place where I can be free. I've found a whole new beginning just made for me.
 I know only peace and I never feel pain. Days are full of sunshine and never the rain.
 I'm no longer old, I've recovered my youth, And all of my dreams have become the truth.
 I can smile. I can laugh. I can walk. I can run. I can hear every whisper. I can see past the sun.
 My body is whole and my mind is clear. I know all the answers and I'm free of all fear.
 I know why you mourn me, I see how you weep. Your heart's full of aching from a love that is deep.
 And I'm grateful for loved ones who hold me so dear, But remember, I've found a better place here.
 I will be there beside you always nearby, So don't mourn me too long, nor forever cry.
 And whenever your sorrow bears down on your heart, Think not of my ending, but of my new start.
 For on earth there's no joy that I'd ever see, To compare to the joy of God smiling at me. 

 Posted by Denise Sorensen-VanGessel - Newaygo, MI - Niece May 14, 2014

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Mary Rose Potter (Bekkering)

May 1, 1945 – May 5, 2014

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