Gary-Ponder-Obituary

Gary Raney Ponder Sr.

St Petersburg, Florida

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PONDER, Gary Raney Sr. 58, of St. Petersburg, passed away Friday, Sept. 24, 2010. He is survived by his children, Gary R. II, Garrath R., Marlisha M.R., and Jarrett R. Ponder; brother, Ralph B. Ponder; sisters, Daisy M. Ponder Albury and Linda A. Ponder Morgan; a host of grandchildren, nieces...

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To the Ponder Family:

Trust in in the Lord with all your heart. Lean not to thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge God, and he shall direct your path. Our prayers are with you and your family always. Love, Frances Morgan Cato & Family.
Gibbs High School Class of 1970.
Go Gladiators

For my cousin's Gary, Garrath, Marlish & Jarrett and to my little cousin's, know that your dad and grandda is looking down from heaven smiling very proud of all of you.

We love you,
James, Anitra, Jalen & A'Zaria

Happy Birthday, You are truly missed, Joy cometh in the morning, Tis is the season.

You look so peaceful lying there
With your hands folded upon your chest.
You look like you are sleeping
But you are at eternal rest.
When someone special passes on
It does not mean they are gone,
Though they are no longer with us
Their memory still lives on.
It hurts so much to lose a loved one -
Especially one that is trustworthy and kind.
Billy Ponder, you were that someone,
A rare and special find.
Billy Ponder, you will always be...

Happy birthday dad!
I know you are not hurting anymore. Words can't express how much you are truly missed. We are living for you and keeping your memories alive.
Power
Overcoming the impossible
Never backing down
Dangerous
Exuberant
Respect

What is Remembrance?

For my demise is nothing at all.
I have only stepped into the light.
I’m you and you are me.

For Billy is my name.
Speak to me in the sunny rain.
Place no disparity or vain.
Clothe no wind break of somberness.
Rejoice in the funnies that are collectively.

Engage in recreation, ponder of me, and implore for me.
Permit my surname to be forever the family name.
Allow it to be voiced, lacking the...

Daisy,

You and your family are in my heart.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

May God continue to be your guiding light. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Valerie Jones & Family