SSG (Ret) Richard Lynn Pottorff

Richard Lynn Pottorff, was born May 3, 1953 in Windsor, Missouri. He attended school in Green Ridge where he graduated in 1971 from Green Ridge High School. After graduating from high school, Richard enlisted in the United States Army. He served his country faithfully until his retirement in 1992. For his service, he earned several awards and commendations. Some of which include: National Defense Service Medal (2nd Award), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (3rd Award), Army Commendation Medal (5th Award), Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (3rd Award), Driver and Mechanic Badge, Army Good Conduct Medal 96th Award), and Expert Qualification Badge M-16 Rifle. He had attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. After retiring from the Army, Richard began working on Fort Leonard Wood as a munitions handler. On August 23, 1974, Richard was united in marriage to Ocha Jin in Seoul, Korea. They shared over 35 years of marriage together and were blessed with two children: Robert and Taressa. In his spare time, Richard enjoyed nature and being outdoors; whether it was fishing or riding his motorcycle. Most importantly, Richard loved spending time with his family, especially his grandsons Ethan and Scott. Richard passed away at 1:22 P.M., Sunday, April 4, 2010 as the result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Hwy 17, 1 mile south of AW in Texas County. He had attained the age of 56 years, 11 months and 1 day. All those that knew and loved him will miss him greatly. Richard leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Ocha; two children: SGT Robert Pottorff stationed at Ft. Drum, New York; Taressa Frendling (Craig) of Dyer, Indiana; four sisters: Lois Honeycutt of Windsor, MO, Linda Schutte of Cole Camp, MO, Carol Beckham of Cuero, TX and Mary Jo Hays of Smithton, MO; two grandsons: Ethan and Scott Frendling; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father: Clarence Albert Pottorff. Funeral services were held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, April 8, 2010 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory with Mark Fisher and Maurice Cribbs officiating. Kirby Snyder (Richard’s best friend), Jerry Nelson (Richard’s employer), Ray “Butch” Hays (Richard’s brother-in-law) and Taressa Frendling (Richard’s daughter), all recalled their wonderful memories of Richard. The songs “If Tomorrow Never Comes” and “The Dance” were played. Serving as escorts were the United States Army. Burial with military honors followed in the Sunset Memorial Estates Cemetery with Robert Ewing and Maurice Cribbs officiating. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Richard Pottorff and may be left at the funeral home.

SSG (Ret) Richard Lynn Pottorff

May 3, 1953 - April 4, 2010