Bruce Ryerson Potter

Bruce Ryerson Potter passed away early on the morning of March 10th, 2021 just shy of his 90th birthday. He passed peacefully in the comfort of his own home which he built some 35 years ago, with his loving and devoted wife of 45 years by his side. As a drafted Marine, he proudly served in the Korean war and later became an entrepreneur. He founded Manchester Security and built his first armored vehicle which transported deposits from the Hinsdale Rack Track to regional banks. He later turned his passionate attention to carpentry and cabinet making. In his final career, Bruce worked as a respiratory therapist in Concord, MA where he met his wife and life partner Lee.
Bruce loved serving his community by serving as a volunteer firefighter and town road agent for several summers when the department was short staffed. He was a justice of the peace and philosopher. Known for his dry sense of humor and calm patient demeanor, his personal interactions always ended with knowledge gained. Bruce was also an avid reader and shared his knowledge and life experience as a mentor to many that interacted with him and his family. Bruce showed us that you can accomplish great things and face any challenge if you have the right partner and always think love first.
Bruce will be missed by his wife Lee Potter; his children Brian Potter, Lisa Lee, Patricia Kilar, his stepchildren; Donald Hardy and Michael Wilson. He will also be missed by his 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that you donate to the Fitzwilliam Town Library. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.