John Briggs Potter

1864–1949 (age 85)

Biography

John Briggs Potter balanced professional diligence with thoughtful citizenship, making time for both his craft and the organizations that sustained civic life. He approached each task with a practical mind, ensuring that commitments were honored and relationships remained strong.

Potter took comfort in gatherings with friends and family, valuing the stories they shared and the mutual support they provided. He lies at Mount Auburn Cemetery, where the memory of his kindness endures among those who knew him.

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