Donald Rayford Poteat Obituary

The passing of Donald Rayford Poteat (Charlotte, North Carolina) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on February 14, 2026 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Raymond White and Mildred Hendrix Poteat; his former wife Carole Lane Swicegood Poteat; and his sisters, Lois Poteat Smith (Lee Smith) and Lorene Poteat Barnhardt (Caleb Barnhardt).

He is survived by: his wife Nancy Poteat of Charlotte; his daughter RaeLana Poteat (David Stutts); his grandsons, Ian Stutts and Adam Stutts; and his brothers, Henry Eugene Poteat (Elizabeth) and Milton Oscar Poteat (Martena). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Hawthorne Lane United Methodist Church.