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Jim Potter Obituary

Jim Potter

Oct. 21, 1946 - Sept. 12, 2023

CALISTOGA - Jim Potter left peacefully on September 12, 2023, after enduaring the effects of Parkinson's for many years.

Jim moved to Calistoga in 1970, and worked at Charles Krug winery for thirty two years, until his retirement. Jim loved camping, traveling, his motorcycles, hang gliding, and eating good food, especially goodies.

Jim is survived by his wife, Pat; his son, James (Roseville, CA); stepdaughters: Celeste Sagadin (Matt Riley), Kris Pond (Mike Pond); his beloved granddaughter, Mikayla Pond; his siblings: Elaine Kouma, and Don Potter (Fran); as well as many nieces and nephews in Nebraska.

Jim's wishes were to have his body donated to the Davis School of Medicine donation program.

Jim is greatly loved and missed.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by St. Helena Star on Nov. 2, 2023.

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Adele Martin

November 6, 2023

Jim was a great guy I worked at Charles Krug he always had a smile on his face he will be missed love you Jimmy So sorry Pat and all your family may God bless all of you

Carrie Smith

November 2, 2023

I love this picture of Uncle Jim. It´s exactly how I remember him. With his charming, peaceful smile that always made me feel like he was not in a rush to go anywhere; just happy being exactly where he was at that moment in time. It was his gift. He always seemed so patient and relaxed. As a kid, I always looked forward to Uncle Jim and Aunt Pat visiting us in Nebraska and I was impressed that they would ride their motorcycle such a great distance. It made us feel special, like we were worth such a big trip. I remember visiting Jim and Pat in Calistoga and seeing their mulberry tree from Nebraska. A little piece of home. I am grateful for the special times we shared and hold memories dear to my heart. Uncle Jim, you were loved and you are missed. Love Carrie and family

Annette Kouma and family

November 2, 2023

Uncle Jim was truly one of a kind. He had a way to always make people feel special. I always remember getting so excited for Jim and Pat to come visit and I always thought they were so adventurous by driving their motorcycle all the way from California to Nebraska. I remember him taking me up the mountain on his motorcycle, camping in the redwoods, wine tasting at all the wineries, walking by the ocean, and of course walking and talking every morning for coffee!! He will always be in my heart. I was very blessed to have him as my uncle!!

Jenny Jennings

November 2, 2023

this is really beautiful i´m his sister in- law and will miss him

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