POTTER, Gerri L. (Age 72) Born to John and Georgia Drinnon in Bransville, Missouri August 23, 1936. Gerri was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. After a valiant battle with Dementia she succumbed to the disease and peacefully passed away on February 12, 2009 in San Diego with her eldest son close by her side. Gerri was employed as a nurse for the beginning years of her career. Gerri wed Gordon in 1961 and shared 43 years together. After her husband retired from the military, they moved to Spokane Washington to be close with the rest of her family. Gerri raised a family while continuing to work part time as well as pursuing several hobbies. She had several passions in life; her love for her church was demonstrated by her involvement in the many functions and outreach programs she attended. She received happiness in using her hobbies to bring enjoyment to others. She loved participating in the lives of her family and friends by baking wedding and birthday cakes. Surviving Gerri: one brother, James Drinnon; one sister, Billie Daniels; five children, Pamela Feaster, Ginger Terry, Scott Potter, Jennifer Lange and David Potter; four grandchildren, Christy Terry, Chelsey Whitney, Shelby Whitney and A.J. Potter; and one great-grandson, Andrew Terry. We will all miss her very much and wish to honor her with a service at Heritage Funeral Home at 1:00 PM on Thursday, February 19th, 2009 Published on 2/15/2009 Spokesman-Review