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1980
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2015
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Pablo Pons Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 14 years, the former Maria S. Gonzalez.
The couple married on April 2, 2002.
Born on December 17, 1980 in Necochea, Argentina, he is the son of Luis and Maria Edith Pons of Waymart, PA.
Paul and his brother, Peter owned and operated Arthur Ave. Italian Deli in Honesdale.
A "family man," Paul loved being with his son and his beloved wife. The love between Paul and Maria was described as "Puppy Love."
He would not put anything and nobody before his family. Paul and Matthew were inseparable, always playing video games and watching funny vines.
Now they will enjoy each others company for eternity. Pablo will be remembered as a generous, passionate and caring person.
Also surviving is his brother Peter Pons and wife Carla of Honesdale; his sister Luisa Pons of Texas; father and mother-in-law
Carlos and Paquita Gonzalez of Ecuador; his nephew Julian Pons; and many customers who he developed great friendships with.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Pablo and his son Matthew on Friday, Jan. 23rd at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Honesdale at 10 a.m.
His family will receive friends on Thursday at Hessling Funeral Home, Inc., 428 Main St. Honesdale.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Matthew and Paul Pons Memorial Fund, c/o Wayne Bank, P.O. Box 269, Honesdale, PA 18431.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Michelle B.W.
January 24, 2025
Maria, I think of you today as I shared a story with my daughter about your sweet son & husband. I will remember them always.
May our Lord God continue to help you find comfort in your heartache. God bless
December 20, 2015
Every time me and my family went into the deli he always said hello every he saw. When me and my dad went in always said hello with a bright smile . We miss him dearly
Brian, Karen and Mallory Sullivan
January 29, 2015
To Mrs. Pons, Peter and the entire
Pons Family: We lit a candle at St. Patrick's Cathedral today in memory of Paul and sweet Matthew. Our hearts ache for you. We are warmed, however, by the smiles and sweet photos on your Deli's Facebook page. Such happy lives. You are not alone in your grief. An entire community is with you. May God bless your family.
THOMAS CECERE
January 28, 2015
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY IN A TIME OF SORROW. PAUL WAS A GREAT MAN A PERSON OF GOOD WILL TO ALL. MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY. TOM FROM T.C. PRODUCE.
Camila
January 28, 2015
Leonard Novelty bakery, pray and send love to his family, our deepest condolences.
Sabrina Orge
January 25, 2015
There are no words.Two angels have left us. My deepest condolences to the entire family. My family and I were so heartbroken when we heard. I have always had nothing but fond memories of Pablito from our childhood at Mt. Carmel, up to early adult life. Although we lost touch throughout the years, I always recalled Pablo's warm smile and caring nature. He was genuinely such a great guy. I pray his family is enlightened with all the love and support they may need to get through these dark times.
Kathy Legg
January 22, 2015
Our hearts are broken over the passing of Paul and Matthew. May you find peace knowing they are together with our Heavenly Father for evermore. Paul always remembered our names and was always so kind and had a beautiful smile. May God bless.
Kathy Legg
January 22, 2015
We are heartbroken over the passing of Paul and Matthew. May the family find peace knowing they are together in heaven for evermore. We are just customers and did not know the family, however Paul always remembered our names and was so kind and considerate. May God bless.
January 22, 2015
As one of your first admirers to Arthur Ave Deli, you were always a person that we admired coming from the Bronx, and starting a business that you loved and treated all customers to the very best. You will always be remembered by us.
Kathy and Irv
(Crystl Lake)
Ellie& Kurt Propst & family
January 22, 2015
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Ellie and Kurt Propst.& family
PATRICIA MCKENNA
January 22, 2015
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER PAUL AND HIS KINDNESS. I WILL MISS HIM AND SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS WIFE AND FAMILY.
January 22, 2015
Many prayers for you, your son and your family. You were always so kind to my husband and I and so respectful. May you and your son rest in peace together in heaven.
Frank Crapella
January 22, 2015
There are no words to express my deepest sorrow for your loss...our loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you somehow find the strength to go on and to be comforted in the thoughts of them both being rewarded with eternal eternal peace.
Dave, Jo-Ann and David Mays
January 22, 2015
Beautiful person with a beautiful smile.
My son admired this family. Will be greatly missed.
January 22, 2015
Paul-We were stunned when we learned of this incomprehensible tragedy. You were considered part of our family as we were in your presence so often. Your way of treating customers and people in general was heartwarming and that made us feel so comfortable at your business. May your wife,brother, parents accept our sincerest condolences and we will pray that you and your son are in heaven continuing to enjoy each other's love and company
Madlyn(lady in wheelchair) and Frank Borelli
VICTORIA SKABOWSKI
January 22, 2015
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER PAUL'S FRIENDLY SMILE. MY CONDOLENCE TO HIS FAMILY
Cindy Beach
January 22, 2015
When I first went into the store and Peter & Paul introduced themselves, my response was " like the Apostles " and they laughed. I gave them some advice that day about the shop. I said what ever it is that you are doing, do not ever change it, because the talk of the town was Arthur Avenue, and how great it is. I was a late comer, but everyone I talked to kept saying have you been to the Italian Deli yet. I told them that day, they could never afford the free advertising that is going around town. And guess what, I just said those very words to Paul last Thursday. I told him after all this time, I still have people telling me about this great place in Honesdale. He was telling me about the new hours and how great it is going to be for him & Peter. When I was going through Chemo and did not want food, I always could eat a Ham & Cheese with the inside of the bread removed. I would walk into the store and Paul would say Hello Sweetie, how are you feeling. Do you want Ham & Cheese with the inside of the bread taken out, and I would laugh.There are no words that can be said to really express to all of the family, because this is beyond words of sadness and sorrow. So what I will say to all of you is this. We were all blessed to have been so fortunate to have known such a wonderful human being.I just pray that with time all of you can get past the loss, and be filled with the memories of his smiling face. His time here was cut short, but he made such an impact on the ones who were blessed to have known him. May the burden of grief pass quickly for all of you. Sincerely, Cindy Beach
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