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David Poteat Obituary
Born in Rowan County on November 12, 1943, he was the son of the late Fannie Ragan Poteat and Carl Stephen Poteat.
Mr. Poteat was a 1963 graduate of East Rowan High School. He loved the UNC Tarheels and the Atlanta Braves. He had a love for music and singing, but his heart was for his family.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by several siblings.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Vickie Poteat; sons, David Scott Poteat and Jeffrey Wayne Mayhew; daughter, Jodie Annette Poteat; brother, Kyle Poteat; sisters, Phyllis Trexler and Joanne Lovings; nine grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Lyerly Funeral Home serves the Poteat family. Online condolences may be made at www.lyerlyfuneralhome.com.
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Christy Brewer
November 12, 2023
Prayers for Vicki, Jodie and the rest of the family. I met them as I was growing up.
G. Herring
November 8, 2023
The Herring family of Julian road grew up with David and his family. He was a great friend to all he knew and came in contact with. I'm so sorry for the loss of a great friend.
Dennie Sifford
November 7, 2023
My condolences to the family Sorry to hear about ur dad Scott may he R.I.P.
Paula Bost Hill
November 7, 2023
From the class of 1963 East Rowan.
Our thoughts and prayers to David's family. He was one of us.
Lonnie Vanhoy
November 7, 2023
RIP my friend and fellow classmates. David and I graduated from high school. Although I haven't seen David in quite a few years I have many fond memories of our time at East Rowan High School. My thoughts a d prayers are with the family. God Bless
Pam Johnson
November 7, 2023
Vicky Sorry to hear of Daves passing. Would love to hear from you and talk. Call me 704 232 5621. I was Pam Koontz and worked at Rowan in lab
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