Janet Elaine Potter, 79, of Buckley passed away at 12:40 p.m. Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Accolade Healthcare of Paxton on Pells.

Janet was born August 7, 1944 in Fairbury the daughter of Edward and Ethel Weakman Rapp. She married Gerald "Jerry" Potter April 2, 1966 in Pontiac, Illinois. He preceded her in death November 2, 2020.

She is survived by two daughters, Amy (Felipe) Barradas of Paxton, Beth (Mac) Benness of Ft. Worth, Texas; son, Chad (Melissa) Potter of Paxton; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Marilyn Montgomery of Lincoln and Ronda Morse of Pontiac.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gerald Potter; brother, James Rapp and infant son, Gerald R. Potter, Jr.

Janet graduated from Pontiac High School. She worked as a retail clerk for Sav-Mor Pharmacy, Paxton for many years. Janet loved spending time with her family and especially enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren.

A Celebration of life for both Janet and Jerry will be held for family and friends from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Monday, October 2, 2023 at the 103 East Bar & Grill, 103 E Lincoln, Buckley. Baier Family Funeral Services, Buckley is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice. Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.