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Raymond Poteet Obituary
Ray was born on March 10, 1947 in Kansas City, KS, the son of Bob C. Poteet, Sr. and Sarah D. (Thomas) Poteet.
He ran track and cross country in high school at Wyandotte. Ray attended the University of Kansas on a cross country scholarship where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry. He also attended Law School before entering the financial world 51 years ago. Ray was the founder of Alpha and Omega Financial Services (Living Wealth) in Lawrence. That company was established in 1972 and went from selling insurance to becoming a full-service financial planning and investment firm. Ray became the leading expert with the Infinite Banking Concept over the last 20 years which led to Private Family Financing which he perfected with everyone he came in contact with.
Ray was a committed Christian and lived his life to the glory of God and his personal savior Jesus Christ. He was not satisfied with merely attending Church, but felt strongly that all his actions and those of his company were consistent with his spiritual beliefs.
He married Imy Stimatze on September 13, 1968 in Kansas City, KS. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include his three daughters, Jodi Rae Schlesener, Heather Faith (Terry) Graves, both of Lawrence, Holly Noel (Charlie) Reed, Flower Mound, Texas; nine grandchildren, Ashley (Nate) Scott, Payden Schlesener, Caiti Schlesener, Bryttni Schlesener, Deavynn Schlesener, Kaelen Reed, Tayren Reed, Teagen Reed, Wyatt Graves; three great grandchildren, Benaiah Scott, Daniel Scott, Samuel Scott; and brother, Bobby C. Poteet, Jr.
Proceeding him in death were Bob Poteet and Sarah (Poteet) Gouby (his parents), Ruth (Boots) Carlton (his sister), and Olivia Graves (his granddaughter).
The family suggests memorials in Ray's name to Advancing the Kingdom and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.
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Hugh and Mary Ellen Wentz
March 25, 2023
For each member of the family, we can only imagine your loss. Our thoughts and prayers continue with hope and love for all of you.
Kay Novak
March 23, 2023
Imy, I am sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was one of the good guys, and remember him from Wyandotte HS. Roger and I had quite a few business dealings with Ray in our "early" years, and considered him a friend. Years go by, but the memories remain. My deepest sympathies to you and family.
Marilyn Young
March 21, 2023
Ray was a lifelong friend since kindergarten. Every time I saw him it was a reunion. He and Imy were a great example of marriage. RIP Ray. The world will miss you.
Garry Eastwood
March 21, 2023
I remember Ray from our years at Wyandotte H.S.....Always a "good guy"..... he will be missed.
mildred conger
March 20, 2023
Prayers for your family. I met Ray at events at Bill and Rose Edwards. I am Bill
sister.
Theresa Vervynck
March 17, 2023
So sorry to hear this. Ray did so much for so many people. I remember back when I worked for him he and his family did mission trips to Honduras, it was then that I really realized what a true Christian was. Rest in peace Ray - you've earned a good rest!
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