LEWISTON – Michael R. Potvin, 31, of Pierce Street, died Monday, July 31, at his residence.

He was born in Lewiston on Sept. 13, 1974, the son of Regina (Fleury) Potvin and Arthur Potvin.

He was educated in the Auburn school system and was employed at Gritty’s Pub and Brewery.

Mike enjoyed sketching and was an artist at heart. He also enjoyed designing and making jewelry.

He enjoyed spending time and playing with his dogs, Sage and Bandit. May he now run free with his dog Sage, free to explore the places of his dreams.

He is survived by his parents, Regina and Arthur Potvin; his paternal grandmother, Pauline Morin; a sister, Sarah of Auburn; uncles and aunts, Dennis Audet, Bob and Luann Fleury, Mike and Bonnie Fleury, Norman and Crystal Fleury Chamberlain, Scott and Shelly Fleury Morin, Paul Potvin and Gloria Giroux, Ted and Helene (Potvin) Curran, Leo and Sandy Potvin, Scott and Louise (Potvin) Whalen, Noella Potvin, Ronald Potvin; and many cousins.

He was predeceased by his grandmother, Constance Ouellette; grandfathers, Donald Tardiff and Gerard Morin; Aunt Linda Fleury Audet; and Uncle William Fleury.

Mike will be sadly missed by his family, friends and Bandit his dog, who all loved him dearly.