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Charles Poinsatte
May 21, 1925 ~ February 3, 2016 (age 90) 90 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Mary Sheeran
May 5, 2016 9:13 PM
I just learned of Dr. Poinsatte's passing from the Saint Mary's Courier. I was a student of his (class of '75), and although his classes were demanding, I found the literature he assigned eye opening. He took an interest in my work - I was trying to write a historical novel about Virginia City, Nevada, and he tried hard to help me get a grant from SMC to go to Virginia City. It didn't work out, but his enthusiasm and support meant a great deal to me. I did make it there a year later. I wish I had maintained contact, but I thought of him so often - and my Virginia City novel, "Who Have the Power," was finally published to good reviews in 2006 - much different from the original idea after much research and revising. The picture here of him is so right. It is how I remember him (especially after he'd give a hefty reading assignment!) I also wish I'd known he'd started a Women's Studies program - that scholarship was just starting up when I was at Saint Mary's. I remember him and will continue remembering him as one of the bright lights in my life. I extend my condolences to the family.
A candle was lit by Mary Sheeran
on May 5, 2016 9:06 PM
Message from Women's Care Center
February 17, 2016 3:35 PM
Dear Anne Marie,
Sending heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Please know that you are in our prayers.
Sending heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time.
Please know that you are in our prayers.
Message from Dr. Tad Lovan and Staff
February 17, 2016 9:25 AM
To Anne Marie and family
It has been a pleasure caring for Charlie's dental needs. He will be dearly missed. The entire staff sends their deepest sympathy to all of you.
It has been a pleasure caring for Charlie's dental needs. He will be dearly missed. The entire staff sends their deepest sympathy to all of you.
Message from Megs
February 16, 2016 5:16 PM
Thinking of you always.
Love and Peace be yours. Be assured that Charles feels both at this very instant. <3 <3 <3
Love and Peace be yours. Be assured that Charles feels both at this very instant. <3 <3 <3
A candle was lit by Megs
on February 16, 2016 5:15 PM
A candle was lit by Dr. Lovan and staff. Our deepest condolences.
on February 15, 2016 9:13 AM
Message from Jami Vanden Bossche
February 10, 2016 8:24 PM
So very sorry for your loss Laureen. My thoughts are with you.
Message from mary wiseman
February 7, 2016 7:59 PM
Laureen, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father sounds like an amazing person. My thoughts are with you and your family.
A candle was lit by Kelsey Poinsatte-Jones
on February 7, 2016 4:22 PM
Message from Karen
February 6, 2016 7:09 PM
Dear Laureen and Family I am sorry to hear of your father's passing. His obituary was so well written I feel like I knew him. Sending you hugs and prayers during this sorrowful time.
Karen
Karen
A candle was lit by Kate Curran SMC 1995
on February 5, 2016 11:38 PM
Message from Christine Koch Kehoe
February 5, 2016 10:19 PM
Professor Poinsatte was a wonderful professor and a great person. All in all, he probably had the most influence on me of any professor at Saint Mary's. I am sorry for your loss. I will always be grateful for the influence he had on my life.
A candle was lit by Eileen O'Meara
on February 5, 2016 10:09 AM
Message from David Forsthoffer
February 5, 2016 9:38 AM
John,
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My thoughts go out to you and your family during these tough times.
Always remember the good times of a life well lived.
Dave
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My thoughts go out to you and your family during these tough times.
Always remember the good times of a life well lived.
Dave
A candle was lit by David Forsthoffer
on February 5, 2016 9:35 AM
Message from Cassy O'Connell SMC '76
February 5, 2016 1:53 AM
Dr. Poinsatte was one of my very favorites! He made history interesting and I always looked forward to his class. Eternal rest grant unto to him. May he rest in peace. Amen
Message from S. Mary Ann Pajakowski CSC
February 5, 2016 1:03 AM
This wonderful teacher anchors so much of my St. Mary's experience. It was a privilege to have him as a teacher and someone who inspired me to pursue further work in teaching and in American Studies. Blessings and prayers for you all.
A candle was lit by Greg Jones
on February 4, 2016 9:44 PM
Message from Anne Creedon Coon, BA History, SMC '75
February 4, 2016 8:48 PM
Dr. Poinsatte was my advisor at SMC as I earned my BA in History. His gentle encouragement and confidence in my abilities kept me focused on my goal. I will always appreciate his support and guidance.
Message from Jen Keller
February 4, 2016 8:24 PM
As a history major at SMC (class of 1990) I was fortunate to have many classes with Dr. Poinsatte. He was tough, fair, and oh so knowledgable. I have such fond memories of him, and his sense of humor. He was a blessing to his students, one, even we could recognize as young, inexperienced college students.
A candle was lit by Colleen Hagen Halloran SMC 96
on February 4, 2016 7:49 PM
A candle was lit by Judy (Vanderheyden) Adamo
on February 4, 2016 7:01 PM
Message from Liz Uhrig
February 4, 2016 6:54 PM
One of my very favorite professors - what a lovely man. Laureen, I remember the wonderful hospitality of you and your mom while we were studying in Angers. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A candle was lit by Lizabeth (Levene) Uhrig
on February 4, 2016 6:50 PM
Message from Anne Marie Wall
February 4, 2016 3:41 PM
Wonderful photo of Uncle Charlie and beautiful obituary.
God truly blessed you with a wonderful husband and father.
May Charlie rest in peace.
God truly blessed you with a wonderful husband and father.
May Charlie rest in peace.
Message from John Paul Poinsatte
February 6, 2016 9:42 AM
Thanks Anne for all the support and love you've given Dad all these years.
A candle was lit by Mary Anne Poinsatte
on February 4, 2016 3:33 PM
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