Robert Lee Poteat, Sr.

Robert Lee Poteat, Sr., 75, Connelly Springs, NC, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022.

Born in Burke County, NC on March 6, 1947, he was the son of the late Edward Poteat and Pearlean Smith Poteat.  Robert enjoyed racing cars and attending races.  He worked as a supervisor for Regals for over 30 years.

Mr. Poteat is survived by his son, Robert Alan Poteat; daughter, Patricia “Trish” Poteat Adkins; grandchildren, Jordan Adkins and Britnye Adkins Campbell; great-grandchildren, Bayleigh Campbell, Richland Campbell, and Blake Adkins; and siblings, Patsy Williams and Christine Clark.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a son, Robert Lee Poteat, Jr.; and siblings, Rachel Smith and Glenda Swink.

The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday, July 22, 2022 at Sossoman Funeral Home.  The graveside service will follow at 12:30 p.m. in Burke Memorial Park with Rev. Charlie Crump officiating.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.