Walter Roy Poteat Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of Walter Roy Poteat Sr. (Baltimore, Maryland), who passed away on July 16, 2026, at the age of 86. Walter will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Walter Roy Poteat Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his mother Clara Poteat; his wife Sharon Lee Poteat; his parent Never Poteat; and his siblings, Amy Jane Poteat, Ruby Poteat-Holt, Willie, George, Fred and Edward Poteat.
He is survived by: his children, Shana Maxwell (Jamel), Pili Houston, Walter Jr. and Tygone Sr.; and his siblings, Ernest Poteat (Flossie), Edith Atkinson (Clifton) and Estella Poteat-Okafor. He is also survived by Nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and dear friends.
