Ernest Lee Poynter
October 7, 1948 November 10, 2021
Ernest Lee Poynter, 73, Glasgow, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at his residence. A native of Barren County, he was a son of the late Talbert and Maxine Poynter. He was a retired electrician and had also worked in the maintenance department at Eaton Axle. He was a 33rd degree mason with membership in the Cave City-Bearwallow Lodge # 231; a member of Kosair Shrine; and a member of Shiloh General Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife Becky; four children: Eric Poynter (Colleen), Todd Poynter, Chris Poynter (Christie), and Amanda Buchanan (Mark); one brother, Gill Poynter (Brenda); three sisters: Linda Rigdon, Shenna Martin (Doug), and Teresa Chism (W T); one sister-in-law, Sherry Poynter; 10 grandchildren; 3 great-grandsons; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Danny Poynter.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with cremation to follow. Visitation will be after 11 am Friday at the funeral home. The public is invited to Masonic services at 7:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Alternate expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to Kosair Charities or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
So sad for your loss. Ernie was a great guy and the best neighbor ever. We will miss him. May God bless you in this time of need.
Sorry to hear this. We are praying you.
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this difficult time.
Gill- so sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. Thoughts and prayers are with you.