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In Memory: Leo Pot

Today is one of those days that feels "empty" or "numb".    I attended a funeral for Leo Pot, who died on July 4th from Cancer.     Such a nice man, very successful with his businesses, and a great family.  Funny, sharp, witty. 

 He shared a glass of wine or two with me, and gave me thoughts on life after leaving my last job.    More important, he has a wonderful family.    It's hard seeing his 3 young daughters at the funeral, each dealing with grief. 

Live each day to the fullest.  Make sure you get the most out of what you do, and spend time with people you care about.

Rest in peace, Leo.  





"On July 4, 2008 Leonardus Leo Josephus Pot, loving father and doting husband, left his earthly existence peacefully, at home, in the company of his family.

Born in the fall of 1956 in Oegstgeest, The Netherlands to Martin and Joanne Pot, he would go on to complete a Bachelor's degree in Business at Nyenrode University in the Netherlands. He would receive his Masters degree also in Business at Temple University in Philadelphia. As his career progressed, he would eventually start his own marketing and public relations firm, Techwire International, where he would put his fluency in five languages to good use.

An avid reader, voracious traveler, capable pilot, epicurean, and wine connoisseur, his loves would lead him to travel the world over. As a host, he was as unrivaled as his wine collection. His sense of humor was appreciated by everyone, even those who were at times a victim of it. He will be greatly missed.

Leo is survived by his wife, Trenise Pot, his three daughters, Alicia, Stephanie, and Dominique, his parents Martin and Joanne Pot, and his four sisters, Marianne Van Dijk, Brigitte Wolin, Carolina Pot, and Sonja Meeuwsen,"

Comments

Anonymous said…
so young!  so sorry for your loss my friend.  It is devastating to all the loved ones.  hang in there.

Kirk
Anonymous said…
Thanks Kirk.
Anonymous said…
Yes, this caught me by surprise too as i had just spent a couple of days with him in Santa Cruz in June. And death seemed to be nowhere near. So sad. I'll miss him much:
http://www.stefanseiz.com/archives/2008/07/cheers_leo.html

Stefan Seiz
Anonymous said…
Thanks Stefan.
Anonymous said…
I am sad to be reading this. Like so many these days I have been entertaining myself looking up old friends on facebook. I actually sent him an email.....

A year too late it seems.

It is nice to know Leo enjoyed a rewarding life,professionally and personally.

I met Leo long ago while on vacation in 1984. We shared a flight back to the states and visited the whole way to Chicago. You can learn alot about someone in 7 hours. We were part of an interesting eclectic group of travelers gathered at the back in the smoking section. Remember those days ?

Goodbye Leo, I never sent that Christmas card.... I wish I would have...

Resa (Stewart) McCartney
Jim Morrison said…
I just learnt of Leo's passing,I too knew Leo, I met him in Amsterdam in the 70's, and when I moved to Scotts Valley California in 1984 bumped into him again. we kept in touch on and off for many years after I returned to Europe, I saw him last in April 2008 in Amsterdam, it's a sad loss, he was a great guy. always a laugh and fun to be with. Trenice and the girls were his most treasured possessions, his death at such a young age is a tragedy
I am sorry to learn of Leo's passing 5 years too late. I knew him in the early 80's. He was an inspiring man. Please give my respects to his wife and family.
grsbamba@bellsouth.net
( Where is he laid to rest?)

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