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Terrence Murray Poteet

August 20, 1938 — March 31, 2025

Jackson

Terrence Murray Poteet

Longtime Jackson, TN resident, Terrence Murray Poteet, age 86, passed away on March 31, 2025. Mr. Poteet moved to Tennessee in 1970 with his family to help design and build the Pringles facility in Jackson. He worked for Proctor and Gamble his entire career, eventually becoming the human resources manager for the Pringles plant. After retiring in the 80s, Terry and his beloved wife, Brenda, became world travelers. They visited every continent except Antarctica, enjoying historic places and natural wonders, but they always looked forward to returning to their home in Jackson.

Mr. Poteet was born on August 20, 1938, in Emporia, KS to the late Charles Poteet and Lorraine Busby Poteet. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Brenda Poteet. He is survived by his sons, Brian K. Haines (Muriel T.), Bret D. Haines (Jordana); brother, Roy Poteet (Ginger); grandchildren, Roxanne Haines, Devon Hayes, Dennis Hayes, and James Tomer.

Visitation for Mr. Poteet will be held from 11 am – 1 pm at Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home. Graveside services, will be held at 1:30 pm on Monday, April 7, 2025, at Highland Memorial Gardens.

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Monday, April 7, 2025

11:00am - 1:00 pm (Central time)

Lawrence-Sorensen Funeral Home

403 East Baltimore Street, Jackson, TN 38301

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Monday, April 7, 2025

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