Phil Potter died unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 20.

He was a loving husband to Krindi, "pops" to 21 children,  grandpa to 4 grandchildren, and beloved mentor to countless others. Known for his devotion to his Lord and fun-loving, effervescent personality, Phil was loved by many. In recent years he was also known for his zany facebook videos promoting his business of 26 years: Sparta Variety. 
 
To know Phil was to love Phil as many will attest: from the village of Sparta to customers of Sparta Variety to his youth groups, first at Blythefield Hills Baptist then at Kent City Baptist, to all those he coached in soccer . . . to anyone who crossed his path. He will be missed by many, and any funds raised to assist with expenses will be greatly appreciated.