Michael Harold Pottebaum Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Michael Harold Pottebaum of Alton, Iowa, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Michael left this world on December 8, 2025 at the age of 62, 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. You may also light a candle in honor of Michael Harold Pottebaum or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ferd Pottebaum and Florence Pottebaum (Fischer); his parents-in-law, Robert and Jeanette Harpenau; and his great-niece Hensley Mae.
He is survived by: his wife Julie Harpenau of Alton; his siblings, Tom Pottebaum (Karen) of Granville, IA, Gordon Pottebaum (LouAnn) of Sheldon, Leonard Pottebaum of Alton, Merlin Pottebaum of Alton, Beverly Brewer (Charles) of Sioux City, Donna Pottebaum of Sioux Fall, Dolores Ruba of Alton, IA, Rosalie Brady (Michael) of Marcus, IA and Mary Ellen Wilkens (Paul) of Marcus, IA; and his siblings-in-law, Jack Harpenau (Donna) of Waterloo, IN, Doug Harpenau (Judy) of LaCrescent, MN, Frank Harpenau (Heather) of LaCrosse, WI, Rodney Harpenau (Michelle) of Smithville, MO, Connie Seible (Mark) of LeMars and Laure Lint of Friendswood, TX. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the St. Mary's Church - Alton (610 E 10th St, Alton, IA 51003). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the same location. A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the same location.
