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Russell E. Pottinger, 82, of Yorkville, died Sunday in his home. Mr. Pottinger received his master’s degree in chemistry from the University of Chicago and then worked there as a research chemist for many years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Glenna; three sons, Nelson, Robert and Bruce; two daughters, Carolyn and Marge Mathre; five grandsons; and a sister. A service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the Yorkville United Methodist Church, at the corner of South Main and West Madison Streets, Yorkville.
