August 22, 2010:  A couple of more registrations and a regret.  Charlie says his wife is still in the Nursing Center.  He said some of the "old-timers" may remember her as Prom Queen, `41 and Campus Queen, `42, and that she is still a very pretty woman despite her illness.

August 15, 2010: A few more address changes, a few more regrets, and a couple of more registrations.  See the lists.

In memoriam: V. Edward Burke, `42, Sep 27, 2007.  A note from his daughter, Kathleen, with the information.  Ed was House Manager, at the 495 State Street Potter House, probably in his Senior year.

August 1, 2010:  Early birds have arrived to register.  See list under Reunion10 at left.  Also have received several Regrets.  View those, too. 

A few brochures have come back due to people moving.  See Address Changes for updates since the 2006 Directory was printed.

July 28, 2010:  First registrants for 2010... Jean and Dave Manly, `52 !!
List of local restaurants and suggested Friday tour sites now on Reunion10 links.

July 25, 2010: Reunion 2010 Brochures are in the mail to about 385 Pottermen.  Watch for yours.  If it does not arrive within a few days, contact me.

Reunion 2010 at Tarrytown, NY:  We have finalized the plans for the reunion to be held Wednesday, October 6, through Friday, October 8, 2010.  Visit the Reunion10 link at the left for full details.  Put the date on your calendar and plan to attend.  A great time is in store for all.

Catching up on the news: We have been lax in getting news items to you received in the past few months.  Keep the info coming and we will try to be more timely.
*  Dick Herodes, 1959, Family (party of 12) travels to Costa Rica to celebrate Dick and Connie's 50th Anniversary.
*  Bert Jablon,  1952, sends picture of his last race.  He is now competing in the 80 to 99 age group!  Keep it up Bert!
*  Address Changes:  See latest list that corrects info in the 2006 Directory.
*  In memoriam:  Asher Borton, `50 deceased.  Information provided by Ben Jackson.
See latest list of Potter Deceased at the In Memoriam link at the left.
*  1975 Potter Club Alumni Newsletter.  Provided by Fred Culbert, `65.  See History link at the left.

May 31, 2010: Memorial Day.  Time to remember and give thanks to those who gave their lives in military service to preserve the freedom we enjoy, especially Edward Eldred Potter.

2010 Potter Reunion Update: Plans are beginning to gel for our 2010 Reunion now to be held in the Tarrytown, NY area.  The date is set for Wednesday, October 6 through Friday morning, October 8, 2010.  See the Reunion10 link for more info.  The program will feature a 2 hour boat cruise on the Hudson with lunch catered aboard; a tour of Kykuit, the Rockefeller Estate; and dinner at a restaurant overlooking the Hudson.  Transportation for the events will be by chartered bus.  Stay tuned as we finalize the details in the coming days.

UAlbany Homecoming will begin the evening of October 8 in Albany.

In memoriam: William G. Miller, 1944, passed away on May 3, 2010 in Highland, NY.  Our condolences to his family.  Thanks, too, to Vivian Benenati who sent the following obit to us from the Poughkeepsie Journal.  William recently joined us for the Potter Reunion at Cooperstown.  His picture is on the web site from that meeting.
HIGHLAND - William G. Miller, Jr., 86, of Highland, NY passed away May 3, 2010 in Highland. He was born on The Endless View Farm on July 7, 1923 in New Kingston, NY the son of William G. Miller and Marjorie Davidson Miller. After graduating from Margaretville Central School he began college. He then served in WWII in the Philippines with the United States Army from 1943 through 1946 when he was honorably discharged. He attended The State Teachers College in Albany, graduating in 1947. He began his teaching career at Oppenheim Ephratah Central School in the Mohawk River Valley. In about 1950, he moved to Wappingers Falls School District to continue his teaching career while also working as a carpenter. In 1954 he purchased the family farm in New Kingston, NY and operated the dairy farm until 1964. From 1962 to 1966 he taught at the Fleischmanns Union Free School District and then was asked to serve as the principal of the district. In the fall of 1966, he was appointed as the Principal of the Highland High School in Highland, NY and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1978. He was elected Town of Lloyd Supervisor in 1980 and served until 1983. He was active with the American Legion Post #193 in Highland and the Milton-Marlboro United Methodist Church. He was predeceased by his wife Georgette Dunn Miller and survived by his daughter, JoAnn Rasmussen of Denver, CO, two sons, William D. Miller and wife Jolene of Huntsville, TX and Peter D. Miller and wife Veronica of Highland. His sister, Martha, and brothers, Richard and Jay, numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews survive him. His sister, Betty Sheldon, also predeceased him. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 6, 2010 from 7 to 9 pm at Sutton Funeral Home, 1 Woodside Place in Highland, NY. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 7, 2010 at 10:00 am at the Milton-Marlboro United Methodist Church, 112 Church St., Milton, NY. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery on Vineyard Avenue in Highland. Published on May 06, 2010.

Get well wishes to Nancy Centra, wife of John Centra, 1954.  In an email to Paul Ward, John indicates Nancy had quadrupal bypass surgery in April, followed by some circulatory complications.  He also indicated she was improving, but it's a day to day call. 

Potter Club Alumni Newsletter, April 1975, courtesy of Fred Culbert, `65.  Fred found the letter among some of his belongings and shares it with us.  See the complete document under the History link at the left.

April 17, 2010: Reunion 2010 Local Committee complete, site tentatively set.
George Wood, `54, and Tom Singleton, `52, have agreed to serve as the local committee.  We have tentatively set the location for October Reunion 2010 in the mid or lower Hudson Valley area (probably Westchester County).  Follow developing details at the Reunion10 link.

Edward Potter Books added to University Archives.  Two personal volumes belonging to Edward, donated to the Club several years ago by Cordella Potter Lackey, were found by Bob Umholtz and passed on to Paul Ward, who has given them to the University Archivist.  See the History link at the left for more details.

April 11, 2010:  In memoriam:  Howard E. Lynch, 1943, EEP Pres. 1942-1943
The following obituary from the Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin was sent to us by Bernie Theobald, `57, who worked with Howard at Sidney for several years.  You can reach the newspaper web site at: http://www.pressconnects.com/
Dr. Howard E. Lynch, 88, of Saratoga Springs and Sidney, NY, died peacefully Thursday morning, April 8th, 2010. Howard was born March 2nd, 1922 in Far Rockaway, NY, the son of Anton and Julia Lynch. He married Catherine (Kate) O'Hara in 1949. He was the proud father of eight boys. He is survived by Daniel and Sarah, Peter and Holli, Patrick and Monica, Michael and Susan, Vincent, Joseph and Tracy; 15 grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and in-laws, Robert and Rita Berberich and Jeanne O'Hara. He was predeceased by his wife, Catherine; sons, Timothy and Matthew; and his siblings, Anton Lynch, Virginia Lynch Osborne and William Lynch. Howard served three plus years during WWII in the US Army in the Medical Corp attached to Engineers. He was stationed in the US, France and Germany. He felt it an honor to serve and much appreciated the GI Bill, which was his ticket to a very successful career in Education. Howard had a lifelong passion for Education. Growing up during the Depression with little means, he was the only person in his family to get a college degree. That became three degrees, a BS and MS from Albany University, and a hard-earned Doctorate in Education from Columbia University. He ensured that each of his sons would not experience the hardship he endured. Each of his eight sons received a college education. His professional career began at Bedford Central in Mt. Kisco, NY, where he taught and coached for seven years. He coached both basketball and football. Encompassing the "whole" child had been one of the attitudes towards education that he fostered and enhanced. Many a former player and student have often shared with Howard's children how profound an impact he had made on their life. He then became a High School Principal followed by an Assistant Superintendent position. Throughout his career he was a positive mentor to many Teachers and Administrators. In 1965, he relocated to Sidney, NY, where he served as Superintendent of Sidney Central Schools for 19 years. He considered it a fortunate gift to work in a school system with a Board of Education that allowed him to cultivate an environment of educational excellence. The entire community, including his own family, benefited from his commitment to quality education. What he accomplished was highly regarded both regionally and at the State level. Howard was a proud member of the Sidney Rotary Club, where a four-year scholarship was established in his honor. Above all, family and extended family gatherings were precious. Of special fond memory are the many Canoe Regatta gatherings hosted at 59 West Main Street. Captain How kept all in the right frame of mind (i.e. Bozo Raider fun).
Relatives and friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. at the CH Landers Funeral home, 21 Main St. in Sidney, NY. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 12th, at the Sacred Heart Church, also in Sidney. Burial will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Sidney, NY shortly after the Service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rotary Club of Sidney Community Foundation for Howard E Lynch Scholarship Fund, c/o Rotary Club of Sidney, PO Box 317, Sidney, NY 13838.

Check the Archives link at the left for complete earlier news.