Thomas Michael Poynter of Fishers, IN passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018.  Tom was born on February 21, 1943 to WM. Harry and Helen R. (Chomey) Poynter in Ft. Wayne Indiana. He is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 53 years, Mary Annette (Zupancic) Poynter, and by his children, who also reside in Fishers, IN: Michelle “Mikki” (Doug) Jeschke, Michael (Dodi) Poynter, and Christi (Bill) Thomas, and sisters Patricia Keen and Peggy Phillips. Tom also had 8 grandchildren who brought him great joy and laughter: Ben, Mason, Kate, Madelyn, Danny, Natalie, Emma, and Helen, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and great friends. Tom was known for his generosity, kindness, and for his bravery and persistence as he fought through many years of challenging health issues.  He was a man of great integrity and a devoted Christian.  God’s light always shined brightly through him.

Tom and Mary raised their family in Hamilton, IN, having moved there from Indianapolis in 1970 to become the owners and operators of Circle Park Resort.  He was an entrepreneur and wise businessman, and earned his bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in Hotel and Restaurant Management. Tom held numerous positions throughout the years spanning industries such as food service and hospitality, computer repair, the plumbing and construction trades, editor and owner of the Hamilton News, and small business bookkeeping.  He was truly a jack-of-all-trades.  He was also active in local town government.  Tom was most happy when he was surrounded by his family and friends at Hamilton Lake, stirring up a batch of his famous kettle corn at dusk, sitting by a very large bonfire, or preparing his famed “big daddy” breakfast.  The Poynters moved to Fishers in 2014 to be near their children and grandchildren.

A calling is scheduled for Friday, June 8^th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and the rosary will begin at 6:30 p.m.  Additional calling hours will be on Saturday, June 9^th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a Memorial Mass and Celebration beginning at 11:00 a.m.  Callings and Memorial Mass will be held at St. John Vianney Catholic Church located at 15176 Blessed Mother Blvd, Fishers, IN 46037.  In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations for Catholic Masses (available at the church) or contributions can be made to the Live a Dream Wish Fund at Prairie Lakes Health Campus, a fund that grants wishes to residents like Tom, who was able to enjoy his wish of a hot air balloon ride thanks to its generosity. Contributions can be sent to Prairie Lakes, 9730 Prairie Lakes Boulevard East, Noblesville, IN 46060 MEMO: Live a Dream – Tom Poynter.