Chad Elliot Poteat

Gone Fishin’

Chad Elliot Poteat passed away on November 8, 2026, at the Woltz Hospice Home, Dobson, NC after a 2 year battle with ALS. He was born on March 27, 1973, to the late Phillip and Patricia Snow Poteat. Chad dedicated much of his professional life to serving others in law enforcement and working as a boat mechanic. In the last three years of his life, he was blessed to fulfill a lifelong dream of competing as a professional angler with the National Professional Fishing League. An avid fisherman from childhood, Chad had a remarkable gift for fishing and could catch just about anything, anywhere—from bass in the lakes to carp in the ponds. Fishing was more than a hobby to Chad; it was a lifelong passion that brought him tremendous joy. Above all, Chad was an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Throughout his courageous battle with ALS, he never allowed the disease to define him or diminish his spirit. He fought with unwavering strength and determination until his final days, never losing his smile, his laughter, or his faith. Even in the most difficult moments, Chad found joy in life and peace in knowing where he would spend eternity. A devoted man of God, he loved sharing his faith, his testimony, and the hope he found in Jesus Christ with everyone he met. His life was a testament to perseverance, courage, and an unshakable faith in the Lord. Chad and his family attended Holy Cross Baptist Church. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 27 years, Alaine (Sis) Faw Poteat; his son Tollie “Elliott” Poteat & fiancé Natalie Martin; his sister Allison Poteat; mother & father-in-law Dennis and Ann Faw; best friend David Welch; a brother-in-law, a sister-in-law, several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, as well as his many friends. In addition to his parents, Chad was preceded in death by his daughter Natalie Alaine Poteat, his maternal grandparents James and Elaine Snow and his Paternal Grandparents Tollie & Bertha Poteat & Inez Bass. A service of worship and remembrance will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, 2:00 pm, at Bannertown Baptist Church. Visitation will take place prior to the service from 12:00pm – 2:00pm. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff of Mountain Valley Hospice for all the support and wonderful care they provided over the past year, as well as the many friends that have reached out and have help Chad and the family through his battle. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mountain Valley Hospice - PO Box 325, Dobson, NC 27017 or the Fanny Pack Foundation - 145 River Landing Dr, Unit 202, Charleston, SC 29492-8612.