John Joseph Potts

John Joseph Potts (“Jack”) of Forestville Michigan, passed away on Tuesday, October 13,

2026 at Autumnwood of Deckerville. Jack was 89. He was born on September 16,1937 in Jackson, Michigan, the son of Frank M. Potts and Gwendolyn C. (Hiller) Potts. He married the love of his life, Joan M. Schubel, on April 22, 1980, in Lansing. She preceded him in death on January 7, 2018. After high school, Jack worked with his father in Detroit, before entering management at the A&P grocery chain. He volunteered to join the Army in April of 1959, where he served for 6 years before being honorably discharged in March of 1965. He went back into management with A&P and then transitioned to Eberhard’s Supermarket Chain. After retirement from Eberhard’s, Jack and Joan opened an antique store called Whatever Whenever. It was kitty-corner from their home in Forestville, where they thoroughly enjoyed spending time together and meeting people. Jack loved dogs, specifically Labrador Retrievers. Ollie, Ollie II, and Holly were a big part of his daily life and they brought him great joy and companionship. Jack also enjoyed golfing, reading, and being part of the Forestville community. He is survived by his loving sister, Janis M. Kalaf, and her husband George, of Irvine California, and their four children: Kathleen M. Kalaf; Robert G. Kalaf and spouse Susan, along with their daughter Kaylee; Mary L. Kalaf and spouse Elizabeth Farr (“Liz”), along with their children Sarah, Matt, and Scott; and Dennis A. Kalaf and spouse Gavin Sly.

Cremation has taken place.

Memorial gifts can be directed to: Sanilac County Humane Society, 3847 W Sheldon St. PO Box 27, Carsonville, MI 48419. (810) 657-8962