Mark Richard Pottenger, 61, of Greenwood, passed away Monday, August 19, 2024, at his home.
He was born August 9, 1963, in Indianapolis, the son of Richard A. and Edith L. (Matillo) Pottenger.
In addition to his father, Richard; Mark is survived by his loving daughter, whom he was both mother and father to, Indera “Indy” Pottenger of Casselberry, Florida. Also surviving, Mark, is his sister, T. “Lynn” Pottenger of Kenya, East Africa.
Mark was preceded in death by his mother.
In 1982, Mark graduated from Franklin Central High School, where he was a member of the three time State Champion High School football team.
He formerly attended Southport Heights Christian Church.
Mark was employed at Rolls Royce in the Aircraft Engine T65 Turbine department, where he was a highly skilled top machinist, with nearly 29 years of service. He was a member of the United Auto Workers Union (UAW).
He loved muscle cars, especially corvettes, and was very talented in the restoration of cars. Mark enjoyed going to car shows and seeing the antique cars.
Mark also enjoyed woodworking. He provided a home for many lost garden gnomes.
He loved his family. Having never met a stranger, Mark enjoyed socializing with everyone.
The Celebration of Mark’s Life will be at 1 pm, Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Southport Heights Christian Church, 7154 McFarland Road, Southport, Indiana 46227.
Services have been entrusted to Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.
It would be appreciated if memorial contributions were made to CMF International to Lynn Pottenger’s account.
Online condolences may be shared with Mark’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
