Fr. Robert J. Ponec

Bob, Mom always said you were her favorite and I can understand why she did! Thank you for being a great brother in law while I was growing up and for always having a smile on your face. I've missed you all these years, but am happy to know you're in a great place now!

Bob, you were my friend for 30+ years. There was rarely a day that there wasn´t a quick call or email or text with your always perky "hiya missy" message. I miss you. I miss the sunshine that you not only brought into my life, but so many people. You touched so many lives and unconditionally gave your time, your kindness and your love to. I was so blessed to be one of those people. My heart is still sad at your passing. I find comfort in knowing where your soul is. I am certain of that...

I had known you for 40 years. First through your business, then through the Church. I have rarely met a more decent, caring, loving good person in my life. You showed the world St Francis of Assisi. Preach the Gospel in all you do and if necessary us words. Yours is a life to emulate my very dearest Bob. As a humble man, you will turn away from these words, but thank you for being such a large part of my life, my son David's life, my granddaughter Corrine's life. You will never...