Max Potter

Michael Bruce Dietzler

1950-2026 1965-2026

Max Potter, 75, of Gilman, passed away on Feb. 5, 2026, in his home.

Max Potter was born on April 2, 1950 in Gilman to Russel and Evelyn (Martin) Potter.

He worked at Chrysler plant in Belvidere, Ill. for 30 years. Max loved to play cribbage, shoot pool, was known for his hunting, fishing, love for horses, and riding the wind on his Harley Davidson. He also enjoyed spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by daughters, Michelle Potter, Dana Franzen (Corey), and Trina Holmes (David); grandchildren, Joshua Lafon (Holly), Katelyn Hamel (Matt), Nathan Potter (Elizabeth), Austin Franzen, Emily Holmes, Derek Holmes (Natilee), Gabe Franzen, and Jacob Franzen; great-grandchildren, Summer, Macie, Amelia, Chloe, Leo, Elsie, Jameson, and Brantley; significant other and care taker, Judy Williams; children he loved as his own, Stewart Potter (Kristine), Billy Jo Anderson (Jake), Heidi Williams (Jesse); and grandchildren, Wyatt, Colton, Bryce, Brook, and Caleb; brothers and sisters, Dennis (Pat), Alan (Betty), Dale, Penny, Wayne (Karen), Judy, Kay (Glenn), Gail (TC), Bonny, Ross (Stephanie), Neal, Lynn (Will), and Kim (Jim).

Max was preceded in death by parents, Evelyn and Russel Potter; brother, Gerald; and grandchild he loved as his own, Jake Hilger.

A celebration of life will be on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at the Pershing Town Hall W16670 Cty Rd M Gilman from 12-4 p.m.

Loved beyond words, missed beyond measure. Borton-Leiser Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Cornell.

Express online condolences at www.bortonleiserfuneralhome. com

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