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Philip Potter Obituary

Philip Potter III Charleston - Philip Barton Key Potter III, husband of Sheila Donahue Potter, died of natural causes in his home in Charleston, SC on July 15, 2020. The eldest child of foreign service officers, the late Philip Potter and Madeleine Daly Potter, he was born on a tour of duty in Oslo, Norway. Philip grew up all over the world, from Washington, DC to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; Hong Kong and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. When he moved to Charleston, he and his wife, Sheila, started a very successful home staging business. Their collector's eyes and superb decorative skills made them a household name locally and the subject of a feature in the New York Times. The virtuosity of Peter's wit was matched only by his goodness. He was known for his charm, warmth and heroic kindness. In addition to his wife, he survived by his brother, Alan F. D. Potter of Virginia; his sister Madeleine M.D. Potter of London, England; six sisters-in-law; three aunts and many cousins, nieces and nephews, all of whom loved him and will miss him dearly. Beside his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Paul G.D. Potter, in 2015. Burial arrangements in upstate New York will be delayed until restrictions are lifted. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to St. Jude's Research Hospital, www.stjude.org. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Pkwy, Charleston, SC 29414. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 24 to Jul. 25, 2020.

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Colter Rule

July 18, 2023

Thinking of you, Peter. I will always cherish the laughter and joy we shared. You got such a kick out of life. And what a life you had. Totally global. And thinking of Sheila, too. Just a phone call away. You are loved Peter. And remember. Going to darn soon. But I´ll talk to you, invoke you, anyway. Colter

Mitch Owens

November 20, 2020

I only learned of Peter’s death today, and since then, so many thoughts and memories have been running through my mind: his voice, his laugh, his intelligence, his good cheer, his style. What a loss, to so many people, most especially to Sheila, his wife. My condolences to her and the Potter family.

Colter Rule

July 31, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We love you and will miss you always.

Luther Peacock

July 29, 2020

Very sadly, the end of an era. Peter was the ideal bon vivant—fun-loving, warm, witty, and stylish. It’s been ages since we’ve been together, but I still vividly remember our times together.

Lovely Sheila, my sympathies and prayers are with you. I hope that you are holding up, and I would love to hear from you when you are able.

Colter Rule

July 28, 2020

For a time, we were like brothers. We'll never forget your wit and charm, fiery fun ironic countenance. Fascinating Man. Thanks for being You, Peter. Rest in Peace. Love and Sympathies to you, Sheila. Colter and Katy. Amen

Melinda Mitchell

July 26, 2020

Sheila, I hope to hear from you soon. My condolences on the loss of Peter. He will be missed. Melinda and John

robyn geddes

July 25, 2020

Peter, Take care now and will be thinking of you. Lots of fun times live on in many songs. Your pal, Robyn

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