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Doris Ponder Obituary
'Dot'
MOUNT HOLLY -- Mrs. Ponder, 75, died Tuesday December 2, 2008 at the Lincoln Nursing Center following a long battle with Parkinson's disease. Doris was born March 29, 1933 in Darlington, SC. She was daughter of the late Albert Aaron and Willie Rochester Crocker and the beloved wife of the late Richard F. Ponder Sr. In her 40's Doris returned to the University of South Carolina to successfully complete her Pharmacy Boards and receive her pharmacy license. She spent the next 20 years as a dedicated and compassionate pharmacist with Eckerd Drugs. Though passionate about her pharmacy work and always stressing the importance of strong work ethics, she received her most joy from spending time with her granddaughters, Aaron Elizabeth 'Doodle Bug', Candice, Caitlin, and Cassity whom she dearly loved and cherished. She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church.
Doris is survived by her son, Richard Ponder Jr. and his wife Debra of Kannapolis; her daughter, Susan Chapman and her husband Ron of Mount Holly; 4 grandchildren, Candice, Caitlin, Cassity and Aaron; and 1 great grandchild; Caleb.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to Dr. Fred Pheiffer and Dr. John Linster for their dedicated care and service and to the caregivers of 'Home Instead' which allowed Dot to remain independently at home for many years. The family sends their blessings and thanks to the 'Harmony Lane Circle of Friends' for their continued love and support. The family sends their heartfelt thanks to the Lincoln Nursing Center Staff and to Hospice Palliative Care in Lincolnton for their compassionate and loving care.
A graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery with Dr. Larry Kimel officiating. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to the Mount Holly Fire Department, 433 Killian Avenue, Mount Holly, NC 28120 or to Hospice and Palliative Care of Lincolnton, 107 North Cedar Street, Lincolnton, NC 28092.
Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly is serving the family of Mrs. Ponder.Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.woodlawnfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Doris Ponder
Kathy Riley
December 5, 2008
Our family is deeply sorry for your loss. We take comfort that she is no longer in pain. Ms. Dot was fond of our family. Even though we were not related she enjoyed hearing from our and receiving a yearly Christmas card.
Rick’s girls, so glad to got to know your grandmother. Aaron we know you were especially close. Always remember your times together. Susan, Rick and Ron thank you for being there for Dot. She was a rare individual. She was an independent person. Dot did not want to be a burden to anyone. However, so glad she had the love and support of her family.
God Bless you All!
Virgil Rochester
December 4, 2008
Dear Susan and Richard, you may not know this but I was eight years of age, living with Doris' parents when she was born in Darlington, SC in 1933. (Doris' mother, Willie Crocker, was my sister; my parents had died in 1931.) I continued to live with Doris and her parents for four years,1931-1937, and came to love her as a little sister. She will always be a sister to me rather than a niece. Life on this earth was not very kind to her - the early loss of her husband and this terrible disease that was inflicted upon her. Fortunately, she had you and her grandchildren to comfort her. I grieve for her but at the same time I know that she is now enjoying a greater reward than she had on this earth. Love, Uncle Virgil
Ann Rochester
December 4, 2008
Dear Susan, I didn't expect your mom to leave us this soon. I'm still in shock but God knows best. Now there is another Angel to help Him to make all of us a shining example like your mom. She was like a sister to me in so many ways. Doris would come and stay with me and my three little ones every night while my husband Virgil was at USC in Columbia studing for the SC Bar Exam. Every weekend your grandfather, Albert Crocker, would let your mom and Albert, Jr. use his automobile. They would come by and take my three children out for ice cream cones. She was such a giving person. She will always be in my thoughts. Aunt Ann
Lynn Brinkley Boger
December 4, 2008
Dear Richard and Susan and families,
I was sorry to hear the news about your mom. I was thinking of all the fun we had in Woodland Park. She was always good to all of us. Just wanted to let you know we were thinking of you
Lynn Brinkley Boger
Debbie Stegall
December 4, 2008
Dear Rick & Debra,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God comfort you at this time.
Linda Hodge
December 3, 2008
Dear Susan, Richard and families, Although I knew your Mom for many years, I did not see her often. I know, however, that she was a wonderful, loving and caring, Christian person. Knowing that, we know that she is now receiving her heavenly rewards. My sincere sympathy to you all in your time of grief. My husband was Marshall just to identify myself.
Nancy and Charles Domokos
December 3, 2008
Our deepest sympathy and love to all of you.
Dot was a wonderful neighbor and so good to us. Susan,
we especially want you to know how
much we think of you and your help to your mom
especially these last years of illness that you
watched over her and cared for her.
Our prayers and thoughts are with
you at this time.
Carrie Fennell
December 3, 2008
I am so sorry Susan. Your Mom is now free of Parkinson's. I hope your thoughts will be flooded with all the good memories.
W. J. Hodge
December 3, 2008
Susan. I was 9 years old when this sweet, loving, and always caring girl was born. She was the greatest.
Pam Shaw
December 3, 2008
Susan, We are so sorry for your loss. Your Mom will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Home Instead Senior Care
Levie
December 3, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kim Reese
December 2, 2008
Susan - I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Ron, Ronnie, and your family. Lean on God's love and your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
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