James Milton Poteet Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Milton Poteet (Augusta, Georgia), born in Natchez, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on April 26, 2026 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, George Hulin Poteet and Elaine Haygood Poteet; and his siblings, Emmett Kenney, Shelby Kenney and Shirley Poteet Bergman.
He is survived by: his wife Judy Conquest; his sister Pam Bridley (Scott); his children, James "Jim" Poteet II, Janan Van Fossan (Lisa) and Ronda Van Fossan Spitzer (Mark); his grandchildren, Ian Van Fossan, Jeryl Van Fossan (Kelsey), Rhiana Van Fossan Hoover (Bradley) and Miranda Spitzer; his great grandchildren, Evangeline Van Fossan, Bradley Hoover III and Corrie Hoover; and his pets, Gracie and Rocky. He is also survived by loving family members & friends.
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