Memorial Service

Benjamin Ponder (Ben)  the Lion of the Ponder Family has made his transition home. Ben, born April 12, 1940 passed on January 23, 2009, taking his place amongst his family who has gone before him.  His Father Capers and Mother Elnora, we bid thee wrap him in your spiritual arms. His Brothers Willie, Chuck and his Sister Ethel may they shepherd him into the light.

Ben, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Uncle journeyed home today and we miss him terribly already. When it came to family, Ben not only talked the talk but he also walked the walk. He was the one person that was always there for you; distance, situation didn’t matter if you were in need he would be there to provide support.

I won’t attempt to glorify my Brother’s existence but only note three things; his love for God and family, his tremendous work ethic and  his abundant energy. His compassion and commitment to God and family was unmatched and made him very special to our family and his community.   

Ben was memorialized at New Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church:

515 Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Blvd.

Daytona Beach, FL 32114-3150 

Below are scenes from the Memorial Service:

Farewell Ben, you will live in our hearts forever! 

Ben is survived by his Wife Norma, his children Benjamin Jr., Patricia, Lenzell (Kinesha), Pamela, Glen, Mickie, Nickkie and Aaron. His sisters and brothers Catherine, Jeff (Donna), Betty (Marvin) & Robert, Wilbert, Aleem (Patricia), Jimmie, Mary, Frances (Curtis), Dave (Sharon), Gregory (Shirley) and Earnestine. His grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Below are scenes from the repast and celebration:

 

The family “Thank you!” for your comments and expressed sentiments!

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Contact_FullName: Aleem Fakir

It is God who grows us in our mother’s womb. Then He bring us out in the world where we grow as young men and women. Then we mature as young men firm and strong. Then we wither in to old men and become as children again. To God we all must return. God Bless my Brother Ben, to You he has returned.

Contact_FullName: Curtis and Frances Larry

May the grace of God and the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit rest, rule and abide with our Brother Ben forever. The peace of God be with his wife Norma and his off springs. Our prayers are with you.

Contact_FullName: Angela (Angie) Greenlee

To the Ponder Family, May god bless you and your family. Just keep your faith in the lord, and he will see you through this. Your family will be in my prayers. God Bless–Angie (Tashara’s Aunt)

Contact_FullName: D’Andre Ponder

Uncle Ben, may your spirit be in peace, I love you

Contact_FullName: Learlean (Lori) Johnson

To my COUSINS…my thoughts and prayers are with you…PEACE, PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS…as we comprehend this profound loss, let your grateful memories survive during this time of sorrow. LOVE YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!

Contact_FullName: marcus nichols

Sorry about your loss. May the Lord continue to give you peace in the storm. Sheryl and I are in prayer with you and for you.

Contact_FullName: Laceta Leonard

I send my condolences about Bro. Ponder. I prayed that the family is okay.

Contact_FullName: Ed Ponder

Farewell Uncle Ben. Thank you for being the ear to listen, the answer to my questions and always giving me the candid truth. You are and will be missed.

Contact_FullName: Dave Ponder

To my Brother’s wife, children and grand-children, I pray that God grant you strength, comfort and peace of mind during this time of tremendous loss. May Ben live long in your hearts.

Contact_FullName: Earnestine S. Hardy

Ben you will always be in my heart, you were the best brother you could be to me, and I will always be grateful that GOD gave you to me for 46 years. I LOVE YOU

Contact_FullName: Glenda Warren

May the strength of your faith and the joy of sweet memories sustain you at this time and always.

Contact_FullName: GENE KELLY & FAMILY

MAY GOD KEEP YOU CLOSE.

Contact_FullName: SHARON

May the good deeds, happy memories, loving moments reflect in your time with your brother, husband, father, grand-father, uncle Ben. He is at rest, peace.

Contact_FullName: NORMA PONDER

BENJAMIN you shall be free indeed when your days are not without a care nor your nights without a want and a grief. but rather when these things gridle your life and yet you rise above them naked and unbound . Love, your wife

Contact_FullName: Bettye Weems (Marvin)

My big brother was always there for me. In my darkest hour, I could call Ben. I told him that we all love him, even in death. May Jehovah bless us all to be strong. He is not suffering anymore.

Contact_FullName: Jowell Singletary

Ben you are free at last. Thank God almighty. No more suffering, pain ,heartaches or disappointments. To his immediate family, may God keep all of you in the secret place of the Most high to love and comfort you.

Contact_FullName: Adriane Ponder & family (daughter of Wilbur Jean)

Condolences to the family as my heart goes out to my daddy, Wilbert, who loves his brother to no end…. and to Ben’s wife and kids, as they try to regain their breathe while sorrow is processing… know that the entire family’s thoughts and prayers are encircling you all during this unspeakable time…… sending our love

Contact_FullName: Yolanda Cunningham, mother of La’shaun Ponder, Augusta, Ga.

May hope and peace be yours today and always. With Sympathy

Contact_FullName: Christine (Kelly) Brunson and Family

We will miss you

Contact_FullName: Glen

Love you Dad & always miss you. you will be in my heart always. your son Glen “xoxoxoxo.”

Contact_FullName: ashley kelly

Daughter of Christine Brunson I remember when I purchahed my first vehicle(a lemon car) the very next day I had major problems. I called Uncle Ben and we went to the dealer shop and got my car repaired that same day. Thanks Uncle Ben