Carl Michael “Mike” Potratz
Carl Michael “Mike” Potratz, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, in Keller, Texas. He will be remembered as a loving father to all that knew and loved him. He was born on June 15, 1948, in Bad Mergentheim, Germany, to Chester and Karin. Carl was always known for his love and devotion to everyone, especially his family and friends. While Carl has lived in many states and countries between Chester’s military career and his own career in the Air Force, he has called Texas his home for the last 34 years. Carl was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Masako; parents Chester and Karin; and his brother Steven. Carl is survived by his son James and wife Patricia of Arlington, Texas, and four grandchildren: Joe, Selena, Brandon, and David; his brother Joey and wife Allison of Cabot, Arkansas, and five nieces and nephews: Karli, Elizabeth, Colby, Jason, and Jennifer.
There will be a funeral Mass with Rosary on Monday, March 14, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Keller, Texas. The Rosary will begin at 10:00 AM, and the Mass will be held at 10:30 AM. Inurnment will follow in the Church’s Columbarium.