Alvin Franklin

Potter

Alvin Franklin Potter was born on March 5, 1941 to the late Mr. Leslie Potter of Miller's Ferry, Florida and the late Mrs. Louella Hannah-Potter of Nashville, Georgia. Alvin was one of 12 siblings. He is the twin to Mrs. Alma Francis Potter-Bell.

Alvin attended Shady Grove Elementary School in Vernon, Florida and Roulhac High School in Chipley, Florida.

Alvin was a lovable and well known figure in the community. During his teenage years, he joined a gospel group and they would sing at the local churches.

Alvin's health failed him and he had to be placed in a nursing home. While at Washington Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Chipley, Florida, Alvin would sing, "I'm a Hard Fighting Soldier" for the residents. They enjoyed hearing him sing.

Alvin leaves to cherish his memories, five sisters :

Mrs. Ola Christine Potter-Peterson, Ebro, Florida

Mrs. Hilda Mae Potter-Brown, Vernon, Florida

Mrs. Annie Mae (Alvin) Brown, Vernon, Florida

Mrs. Ruth (Junior Cecil) Hill, Lynn Haven, Florida

Mrs. Alma Francis Potter-Bell, Panama City, Florida

He leaves two brothers:

Mr. Coleman Potter, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Mr. Cleveland (Creola) Potter, Houston Texas

Along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other realtives and friends.