Nyra Ann Dorko Potemra's Obituary
Nyra Ann Dorko Potemra, age 68, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, December 3, 2021, after a nearly two year battle with brain cancer in Plano, Texas.
Nyra is survived by her husband of 45+ years, David Potemra of Plano, Texas, her son, Brandon, (Jacynda Griego) Potemra of Allen, Texas, her daughter, Kacy Young of Plano, Texas, her sister, Collette (Walt) Dukewich of Kennedy Township, Pennsylvania, and sister, Pamela (Allen) Faires of Rowlett, Texas, as well as nieces Christina Dukewich and Megan (Travis) Bawcum and nephews Matthew (Allison) Dukewich and John Dukewich. Nyra is also survived by her three precious grandchildren who knew her as Gram: Bentley and Brody Young and Gwendolyn Potemra.
Nyra was preceded in death by her parents, John and Florence Bidula Dorko of Munhall, PA.
Nyra's family was very devoted to her, and she felt very loved. This included a very large extended family and many friends whom she worked to stay in touch with as much as possible.
Nyra would like to be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, daughter, sister, and aunt. She would also like to be known as a good friend and a kind, helpful person. She also wanted to be sure to mention her most precious best friend of 30+ years, Peggy Hansen, whom she could always count on in times of need and fun.
As a strong supporter of Montessori and early childhood education, Nyra served as an educator to hundreds of young children and as a mentor/teacher to a large number of Montessori interns for over 30 years. She also aided in the opening/relocation of four Montessori schools.
Family kindly asks that a facial covering be worn during your visit with them at the funeral home.
Family and friends are welcomed on Friday, December 10, 2021 from 2 to 4 pm & 6 to 8 pm at the Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 301 Curry Hollow Road, Pleasant Hills. A Blessing Service will be held at the Graveside of Jefferson Memorial Park on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 230 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Nyra's name to the American Cancer Society, at www.cancer.org.
Online condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.com.
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