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Rondel E. Poynter

Rondel Poynter

July 15, 1939     ~     December 24, 2010

Rondel E. Poynter, 71, Glasgow, died Friday, December 24, 2010, at the Hospice Center in Bowling Green.  Born in Dearborn, MI on July 15, 1939, he was a son of the late Elmer and Cornelia Williams Poynter.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Nancy Coppage Poynter; one daughter, Julie Tigner (Chuck); three sons, Choppy Poynter (Joni), Chris Poynter (Lori) and John Poynter (April); along with 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother, Phil Poynter, and one sister, Sandra Spillman.

Rondel served with the United States Marine Corps, was a former manager of First Federal Savings & Loan in Glasgow, a former employee of Williams Construction, was a retired salesman for StarGazer Satellite Systems in Bowling Green, and was of the Baptist faith. He loved gardening, jazz, and the Louisville Cardinals. His family gives heartfelt thanks to Lisa Wilson of Hospice.

Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with burial in the Cave City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to Southern Kentucky Hospice Center or to Josh’s Friends.


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Guest Register

29 Entries for Rondel E. Poynter

  1. Mike and Charlotte Steenbergen says:

    So sorry to hear of Rondel’s passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time and in the days ahead.

  2. Junior, Dana, Chelsea and Tesia Bailey says:

    You all are in our thoughts and prayers; we love you.

  3. Goebel and Loretta Reece says:

    Nancy and Family
    I consider Rondel one of my best friends in high school. Rondel made school so much more fun.I will miss him along with everyone that knew him. Glad I was fortunate enough to know Rondel.
    Nancy and Family you are in our thoughts. Goebel

  4. Lisa Birge Poland says:

    I know this has been a struggle seeing Rondel go through what he had to endure
    here on earth, but take solice in knowing he is with god now. He will be missed
    so much. Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
    I love you Nancy.
    Lisa

  5. Earl and Runelle Jackson says:

    Nancy and Family
    We are so saddened to learn of Rondel’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all now and in the days ahead. May God grant you all peace and comfort, as only He can.

  6. Martha Bybee Skaggs says:

    My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time! I am so sorry for your loss!

  7. Dorothy,Dana, Donna McCubbin says:

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We love you!

  8. preston gooden says:

    Nancy and Family

    We recall fond memories of Our younger years mostly during Our School days at Hiseville High and wonder how the years seem to go by so quickly.This is to let You know that We’re thinking of You and We know that You and Your family will comforted by knowing that You are a close knit family and will comfort each other.
    Your classmates and Friends, Preston and Wilma

  9. Jim Spilllman says:

    Nancy, so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and help you get through this next few weeks. You are in my prayers. Thank you for being a friend of my family all these years, especially my mother and brother.
    Jim and Susie Spillman

  10. Melvin Cloyd says:

    It is with great sadness learning of the passing of Rondel. It was a great honor to have known him and considered him a life-long friend. I have very fond memories of him down through the years.

    My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Nancy, their children, grandchildren, and his numerous other relatives and friends. Rondel brought something very special to everyone’s life that he knew. Those moments and memories will always be remembered and cherished.

    Melvin Cloyd
    (Hiseville Class of 1957)

  11. David, Wende & Chase Powell says:

    So sorry to hear about Rondel. We’re thinking about you and your family. Take care.

  12. The Deglers' says:

    We just wanted the Poynter Family to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the comfort of God help each and everyone of you through this difficult time.
    Love,
    Angela, Gary, & Clay Degler

  13. Kimberly & James Campbell says:

    Nancy, we just wanted to say that we are sorry for your loss. We sure do miss living close to you all and seeing you all. My grandma past away christmas eve also, so we will be at Crow’s Funeral Home. Sorry we won’t be able to come and see you, but we will be thinking of you.
    Love,
    James and Kimberly Campbell

  14. Marla Ford says:

    Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

  15. Karl & Maureen Napier says:

    Nancy and family,
    So sorry to hear of Rondel’s passing. We remember how kind you both were, reaching out to meet and include us when we moved into the neighborhood. God has a special place for people like you and Rondel. Our prayer is that you and your family will find His comfort sufficient for now.
    Karl & Maureen Napier

  16. Sally Neal says:

    We in Greenville are thinking of you.

  17. Scott Getic says:

    John,

    I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. If there is anything I can do for you, just let me know.

  18. Eddie Key says:

    Chris & John,

    Sorry to hear of your father’s passing.

  19. CECIL STEEN says:

    NANCY, JUST GOT INTO E-MAIL–SO SORRY TO READ OF RONDEL’S PASSING..YOU BOTH WERE GREAT FRIENDS . GOD BLESS

  20. Shannon Stewart Oliver says:

    So sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers!! Love you all!

  21. Karen Strader Dilley says:

    Chris so sorry to hear about your dad may god be with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

  22. The Gasses Family says:

    The Gasses Family in Greenville is thinking of you and praying for you today and in the days ahead.

  23. Ernest & Donita Runyon says:

    Choppy, Chris & John
    Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    God Bless
    Ernie & Donita

  24. Mary Wood Weldon Memorial Library Staff says:

    Mrs. Poynter we are very sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your family.

  25. Rita Vance says:

    My heart goes out to your family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all.