Timothy Lee Peyton

Timothy Lee Peyton, age 63, of Dyer, IN, passed away Wednesday, August 6, 2025.  Loving son of Carol and the late Thomas Peyton.  Dear brother of Jeff (Laura Kurzeja) Peyton, Brian (Jackie) Peyton, Julie (Mike) Min, the late Tommie Lynn Peyton, and Dan (Jessica) Peyton.  Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and special friends.

Tim had a passion for theatre and performed in many plays throughout his years at Lake Central High School and Indiana State University where he earned his degree in Radio & Television in 1984. This led him to move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in the film industry.  He spent 38 years in California working behind and in front of the camera before moving back to Indiana.  For the last two years, he was a beloved bus driver for the Lake Central School System.  His playful personality really helped him connect with the students on the bus.  He definitely was the "fun" uncle to his nieces and nephews.  Tim was a caring, loving and helpful person to anyone he met.  His youthful zest for life was contagious.  He was a light in many people's lives that will never be diminished.

Memorial visitation Saturday, August 23, 2025 from 12:30 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 3:30 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30& Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ( www.stjude.org ). For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com