Barbara Sharon Poteet

life story

A Life Well Lived

Barbara Sharon Poteet, age 73, of Kissimmee, Florida, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 13, 2026 after a long battle with cancer.

She was born on March 22, 1952 in Dayton, Ohio to loving parents Sam and Clarice McCurry. Sharon was a devoted wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cherished friend, and a beloved member of her community in Kissimmee. Known for her warm heart and generous spirit, she brought joy to those around her throughout her life.

She retired from PepsiCo/Gatorade in 2008 and since has enjoyed her retirement by spending time with her children and grandchildren, traveling and seeing friends and family, going to the beach (her favorite place), whales (especially the Humpback), attending airshows with Ken, collecting anything Wyland or blue (her favorite color) and her furry son Sammy.

Her favorite music was Styx, Doobie Brothers, Foghat and Aaron Tippin.

Sharon is lovingly survived by her daughter Jaime Lyn Cardello (Joseph), her life partner Kenneth Strohm, her father Sam McCurry, numerous grandchdren, a great grandchild, her sister Debbie White as well as many family members and friends who will remember her kindness, strength, and the special moments shared together.

She is preceded in death by her mother Clarice Bowen, her former husband Kenneth Poteet, her brother Steve McCurry and her aunt Darlene Snyder.

A memorial service to celebrate Sharon’s life will be held at a time to be determined. Friends and family are welcome to gather to honor her memory and support one another during this time.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sharon’s name may be made to the American Cancer Society.