Paul Patrick Potter

March 17, 1957 - June 4, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Patrick Potter age 64, of Columbia, SC. He passed away peacefully on June 4, 2021, at his home surrounded by family. Paul was born in Bridgeport, CT, and graduated from Irmo High School in Irmo, SC. He loved being around people and never met a stranger. His smile was as bright as his personality. He is survived by his loving siblings; Robert Thomas, Jo-Marie Woodall (David), Mary-Ellen Gardner (Steve), Dianne Woodcock (Ron), Barbara Bavilacqua (Steve), Kenneth John (Susan), William Edward (Kristi), Laurie-Jean Olive (Phil), Richard Charles (Kelly), and Michelle Ruf (Ben). He was an uncle to 31 nieces and nephews and a great uncle to twelve. He was predeceased by his father Robert Thomas Potter, his mother Dianna Gursey, his brother Joseph Daniel, and his sister Karen Auld (Gene). He was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. He touched so many lives in his short time on this earth and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. A graveside service will be held at Bush River Memorial Gardens Mausoleum Chapel, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials may be made to GiGi’s Playhouse, 1901 Brantley Rd. #11, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Make reference to the memory of Paul Potter/honor of Peyton Auld.