Michael J. Poinsett, 76, of Roanoke passed away Friday, October 9, 2020 at Parkview
Regional Medical Center due to complications related to COVID-19. He was born July 9,
1944 in Fort Wayne, a son of the late Myron J. and Mary E. (Maloney) Poinsett. Michael
was a U.S. Army veteran and a very active member of Risen Savior Church. He retired
from UPS after 25 years of service at the age of 55. He spent his retirement enjoying
hobbies such as: fishing, spending time with his grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and
building and restoring motorcycles. He is survived by his wife, Helen; daughters, Cathi
(Matthew) Hoppe, and Wendi (David) Rogers; grandchildren, Jacob Rogers, Noah
Rogers, Sydni Rogers, and Caleb Hoppe; and brothers, Pat (Joy) Poinsett and Larry
(Jane) Poinsett. A private funeral service will be held. There will also be a public drive by
at the Poinsett residence, 6207 N 440 E Roanoke, IN from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM
Thursday, October 15, 2020 (hot rods welcome). Due to COVID-19 a public gathering is
not feasible, and the public drive by of the residence will take place instead.
Arrangements by Covington Memorial Funeral Home 8408 Covington Rd. Memorial
donations may be made to Risen Savior Church.