Sep 28, 1941---May 07, 2020

Virginia Ann Potter, 78, Lenexa, KS, passed away peacefully after a very short battle with cancer on May 7th, 2020 at Advent Health Shawnee Mission Hospital.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday, July 17, 2020 at Christ Lutheran Church,  11720 Niemen Rd., Overland Park, KS, 66210.  Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8300 Quivira Rd. Lenexa, KS 66215.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred to the Unleased Pet Rescue, 5918 Broadmoor St, Mission, KS 66202, where she found her forever companion Buddy, or to Christ Lutheran Church Master’s Plan.

Ginger is survived by her children Christi (Bill), Jeff (Cindy) and Jodi (Jeff), 6 grandchildren, Gary (Amy), Brandon, Nicole, Grant, Rachel and Tara. 3 greats, Henry, William and John, along with sisters, Doris and Janice and brothers, Bill and Rodney. 

Ginger loved listening to Elvis Presley, family gatherings, sharing her stories, and her beloved dog Buddy.



Condolences

Angie Griebel May 12, 2020

Niece ,Perry ,Iowa

Rest in eternal peace Auntie Ginger. I love you!

Diane Peil May 12, 2020

Christian friend ,Medford ,Oregon

Blessings to Ginger’s family. I first met her at bible study at Hope 36 years ago. Although she is close to my age I was a young mother and Ginger a beloved mother and grandmother. She took me under her wing and even babysat for me. Know she loved the Lord and safely in His arms although she will be missed here on earth by all who’s lives she touched.

Tom & Laura Baack May 12, 2020

friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

We send our sincere sympathy to all the family - children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings. You are now separated from a beautiful, funny, sweet Christian lady. Although it is sad for those of us who will miss her, there is joy in knowing she knew the Lord and was ready to be with Him. Her strong faith in Jesus Christ has made it possible for her to win the victory and gain the Crown of Life. She is no longer suffering and no longer missing the love of her life, her beloved Tom. You will all be reunited again one day. In Christian love, Laura & Tom

Kathy Miller May 12, 2020

Niece ,Fort Dodge ,Iowa

Mark and I send our deepest condolences to Ginger’s family. Although we did not get to see her much a couple of my fondest memories were of course when I took the road trip with my dad down to Dallas for a wedding and spend time with all of the Potters at their house and of course a family wedding was always just that a family wedding! We are family! And the time Mark and I went down to watch a football game I believe in St. Louis when the Cowboys played and Tom and Ginger were there. They were blessed to have a great life to travel and enjoy each other and many experiences. I know she loved her family and of course loved her Buddy!I am thankful I was able to see her last summer ❤️ Our memories are the things that keep our family alive, hold onto them tightly.

Ken & Marcella Holliday May 12, 2020

Friend ,Lenexa ,Kansas

A friend for more than forty years. We vacationed, we visited, we loved and we supported each other the entire time. Ginger was the consummate mother, wife, friend and lady. The world has lost a true example of what an exemplary person is. No doubt she is in heaven and will watch over her family and friends forever,

Ruth Weddle May 12, 2020

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

My very sincere condolences to all the family. Ginger was a great lady. I will miss her smiling face and pleasant demeanor. The church pews will look vacant without her there.

Carly May 12, 2020

So sorry for your loss Jody. I'm so glad I got to meet her.

Barbara Buscher May 12, 2020

niece ,Bartlett ,Illinois

Sending hugs to my cousins and their families!!. Prayers for peace and comfort. So many fond memories of my auntie Ginger! Love you all!! Bea and Rita send doggy hugs to Buddy!!🐾❤

Laura Axman May 13, 2020

Niece ,West Des Moines ,Iowa

I am heartbroken and send hugs and love to my cousins and their families. Auntie Ginger was a bright light in our family. She and Tom opened their home to me when I moved to Kansas City for a brief time years ago. We had many long talks and good times. In recent years, Ginger and I exchanged e-mails often times with dogs as the main subject. She sent me notes of encouragement and love over the past few years. I have always thought of her when I hear Elvis singing and will continue to do so in the years ahead. Her faith was strong and I know she is with our heavenly Father now. Love and peace to everyone who knew her and loved her.

Megan Zarger May 13, 2020

Friend of the Turners ,Shawnee ,Kansas

Jodi and family, It breaks my heart to hear about your loss. I’m so sorry that your suffering isn’t able to be shared face to face. I pray for you a sense of peace and purpose in all of this madness. We love and miss you guys. Jodi, I am here and available to do anything to support you. Megan, Brett, Aneka and Maya

Mary Becker May 13, 2020

Niece ,Algona ,Iowa

Love, hugs, and fond memories of Aunt Ginger. She always had a big hug and a smile for everyone. May she Rest In Peace and walk once again with her true love Tom. My deepest condolences to Christie, Bill, Jeffery, Cindy, Jodi, Jeff and all the kids.

Dana Moore May 15, 2020

Friend ,Austin ,Texas

I’m so sorry for your loss. I know I haven’t seen her in many years but loved communicating on Facebook. I remember her being like another mother to me and going to Cowboy games with the family. Great memories.

Bryan and Linda Wallace May 15, 2020

Friend ,Shawnee ,Kansas

We were so saddened to hear of Ginger's passing. We pray for God's comfort and peace for all of you, reminded of the blessed assurance that she is resting in Jesus' arms. Your friends in Christ, Bryan and Linda

Wendy Wendt May 17, 2020

family friend ,Elkhorn ,Nebraska

We are so sorry for your loss. There is no one in this world like your mother. She was a special woman and she will truly be missed. Thinking of you. The Wendt family

Susan Rustvold (SusanLexus) Jun 02, 2020

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

My heart breaks just learning about Ginger’s passing. I was friends of both Tom and Ginger. They knew me as SusanLexus. I helped train them on the technology in their Lexus. But our friendship grew beyond that especially when we made the Iowa connection and realized their niece was a dear friend of my Mothers who recently passed. Ginger and I became FB friends and then we lost Tom. I knew I would receive bad news once I received a text from her daughter Jodi today but it is not what I wanted to hear. I wish we could have had one more phone call or text message exchange. She meant a lot to me and I always felt Tom made sure we knew each other so she had someone to answer questions about her car. Our Heavenly Father brings us together in the most unusual ways. I’m grateful for the few years I knew these two and pray for comfort and healing for the entire family. Love, SusanLexus

Chuck & Pam Ross Jul 11, 2020

Friend ,Exeter, Ontario Canada

We just read of Ginger’s passing and want to send our sincere sympathy to her family. We met Ginger and Tom on a Princess cruise several years ago and stayed in touch via Facebook. They were such a lovely couple. I know how much Ginger missed Tom and now they are together again. Thinking of all of you (and her beloved Buddy) as you celebrate her life on July 17th.