Marrianne (Anne) Potter, age 60, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2019. She was born in Somerville on Nov. 12, 1958, the youngest daughter of Forest and Delia (Smith) Peaslee. Anne met Richard, the love of her life, at Erskine Academy. The two celebrated their 44th anniversary in October.
Anne was talented with a sewing machine, creating curtains quilts, and other home furnishing. An avid baker and cook, she was often trying new recipes and sharing with others. During the holidays, Anne would create gift baskets with homemade fudge, jams and relishes that she and Richard made together. She was a creative, sentimental and giving person.
For several years, the two enjoyed a seasonal campsite at Green Valley Campground. Anne enjoyed the themed weekends of decorating the camper and campsite. She volunteered for various community events, which included storytelling and arts and crafts. Reading and coloring were a favorite past time of hers, too.
Her “grandbabies” were her pride and joy.
In earlier summer days, much time was spent at the ocean with her sisters and family. The ocean was her “happy place” and that is where we know she has returned to.
Anne was predeceased by her husband, Richard in January; daughter, Tarasa Potter; father and mother, Forest and Delia Peaslee; brothers, Frank, Frederick, and Peter; and her very special miniature Schnauzer, Sage.
She is survived by her two daughters, Angimarie and husband Lewie, and Karrianne and husband Jason; sons, Zeb and wife Danica, and Smitty and wife Kim; mother-in-law, Ramona; five grandchildren, Connor, Logan, Audrey, Bradley, and Matthew; brothers, Kenny, Forest, Larry, Neil, Dannie, and Hunter; sisters, Jane, Bunny, and Ceceil; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial will be held early this summer.
Donations in Anne’s name can be made to MaineGeneral Health and Substance Abuse Services, 30 Chase Ave., Waterville, ME 04901.
Arrangements are under the care of Mid-Maine Cremation in Waterville.
