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Michael Anthony Poindexter, 50, of Louisa, died Wednesday, September 16, 2009, at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was born March 2, 1959, in Louisa. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Wallace Tennyson Poindexter Jr.; and a brother, Billy Poindexter; and nephew, Travis Wood.
He is survived by his mother, Dolly Marie Fincham Poindexter of Louisa; one son, Anthony Snow of Louisa; a brother, Dennis Poindexter of Barboursville; two sisters, Patty Wood and her husband, Tim, of Gordonsville, and Jeanie Lynn Staton of Louisa; one granddaughter, his companion, Christina Swicegood of Louisa; a niece, Michelle Thomas and her husband, Eddie, of Louisa; a nephew, Dennis Poindexter Jr. of Mineral; and a host of other relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2009, at the home of Patty Wood, 18133 Brentwood Lane, Gordonsville, VA.
Preddy Funeral Home of Gordonsville is assisting the family.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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BERNICE CARR
October 24, 2009
My condolence go out to Mikes family. We used to hang out years ago. I just heard about his passing through a friend from Orange. I'm sorry for your loss. With my deepest sympathy.
Barbara Colvin
September 23, 2009
To the Family,
Mike was always a friend to us.I'm really sorry for you'll.I know it won't be the same.God Bless
Faye Fox
September 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mikes family. Mike was such a pleasant person. No matter when or where I'd see him he was always the same. Mike is one of those people that will never be forgotten.
RIP Mike.
Doug Bragg
September 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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September 21, 2009
I would like to thank everyone on behalf of the family for all the kind things you have said about Mike, I read these and a few made me laugh, while a few made me cry..but the truth was told in them all. I will miss his laugh, smile and those big blue eyes.
Thank you all again.
Michelle Thomas (niece)
Gayle Shumake
September 21, 2009
I was sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I know he will will missed greatly by all of his family and friends. Mike was always good and willing to help my Dad and I really appreciated that.
Charlie Jaeger
September 21, 2009
Mike will always be one of my best friends. He brought a lot of joy to my life, helped me in many ways, and taught me many important things. The two of us shared many, many precious times together over the past 29 years. During the too few years he lived, he enjoyed a more profound and simple way of living that many never find. Those in trouble often found him there to offer help. Good people everywhere loved him. Happy people sought his company. Grieve not for Mike. The Pearly Gates are flung wide with banners of welcome to receive this wonderful fellow with wide-opened arms. How lucky they will be to have his company.
gary morris
September 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Linda /Tommy Johnson
September 19, 2009
To Mikes family:
Sorry for your loss. Mike was a good person and i know he will be missed by all. Our prayers are with you all.
Sandy James
September 19, 2009
So many stories of Green Springs and Gordonsville revolve around Mike. And every story brings a smile or laughter. Being a local legend is a big task, and Mike had the heart and imagination to back him up. My thoughts and prayers are with Patty and all of Mike's folks.
Buddy Goodloe
September 19, 2009
I would like to express my condolences to the family. Mike was a good friend and will never be forgotten. We had some good times together.
September 19, 2009
To Mike's loved ones:
I am so sorry for your loss. Mike was always true to himself. May your memories of him be a comfort to you.
With deepest sympathy,
Bonnie Rutherford (Hensley)
Bev Slaughter
September 19, 2009
RIP my friend. Mike was always ready to give me a hand when I needed one. He would be around with Bruce and when he left he would say" "if you need me tell Bruce" My condolence to the friends and family of Mike. I will miss him!!! Until we see each other again MIke !!!!
Bruce Slaughter
September 18, 2009
I will never forget the great times I had with Mike. He had a heart as big as anyone I ever knew and would give you the shirt off his back. He was always there for me, even if it was just to provide a laugh when there was nothing to laugh about! Sure gonna miss you Mike. Until we meet again, Go with God!
JIMMY & TOOT RYDER
September 18, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THAT KNEW & LOVED MIKE.HE WAS A SPECIAL PERSON,THAT WAS HAPPY WITH SIMPLE THINGS IN HIS LIFE.HE WAS NEVER TOO BUSY TO STOP & TALK.THAT SMILE OF HIS SAID IT ALL.HE COULD MAKE YOU LAUGH.WE CAN SEE HIM WAVING NOW.NEVER TOO BUSY!THAT'S A LESSON WE ALL SHOULD LEARN FROM MIKE.HE TOOK TIME FOR HIS FRIENDS & EVEN PEOPLE HE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW.THANKS MIKE FOR MAKING US A PART OF YOUR LIFE & MAKING US LAUGH.YOU'LL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES!!!!
Shirley Elkins
September 18, 2009
I was Mikes neighbor, and can always remember driving by and seeing him in the garden or tinkering with his "toys". He seemed to always have a smile on his face and a way to bring a laugh out of you no matter how your day was going. We will surely miss him. It just wont be the same driving by and not seeing him standing in the garden arms as high as can be, waving just to say hello. A man so kind could never be forgotten. God Bless, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cindy Johnson
September 18, 2009
Patty and family,
What a shock to hear about Mike.If you ever needed a laugh just see him at the country store and you would get it.
Wanted to let you all know you are in our thoughts.
Cindy Wolfrey Johnson and Family
Scott Haney
September 18, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Mike. He'll be greatly missed by all his friends and family. He was like a brother to me we had alot of good times with our old trucks.
September 18, 2009
Sorry about the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time. May god bless you and your family. Always treasure the memories you had with Mike.
Tonia Gallihugh, Orange, Virginia
Linda Rogers
September 18, 2009
Mike was our neighbor and we so enjoyed getting to visit with him. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for us. I will miss driving by and waving at him or stoping by to chat while he worked in the garden. God bless and keep you Mike.
Vicki Donnell (Freed)
September 18, 2009
To even begin with all the attributes of Mike is difficult, he had such a kind, gentle soul, a laugh that just came naturally and an honesty rarely found these days. He had the spirit to live off of what God provides us and was a true "Southern Boy". May you find the comfort you so much deserve Mike-I feel privileged to have grown up knowing you and called you a friend.
Karen Atkins Sowers
September 18, 2009
Patty, Tim and Michelle:
So sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a good person who never forgot anyone and always had a smile. May you find peace and comfort in all the warm memories you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless!
Donnie Lettner
September 18, 2009
R.I.P Mike
Doris Collier
September 18, 2009
Michael a day never passed that you did not have a smile on your face and that smile and your sweet nature will be missed I could not believe your passing when I heard it. Well go be with our Lord and shine that smile for them. We Will never forget you and you were always loved.
Doris *Sister* Johnson Collier *old Gordonsville resident
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