Benjamin Ponce Obituary

Dear Dad,
As the years have flown by, your absence is felt deeply every single day. Life has not been easy for me; it has presented challenges that often seem harsh and unfair. I work hard to better my circumstances, yet I often feel like I am falling short, and not always because of my own mistakes. Despite the numerous reasons I could choose to surrender, I keep pushing forward. I had no idea how deeply your loss would affect me, especially since I was so young when you left. I genuinely miss having you here with me; your wisdom and love are something I wish I could still lean on.
I love and miss you so very much daddy. Please pray for me daddy.
~Janelle Marie ~

Wow! My condolences to your Family Ben. We grew up on Bond Street, Wilmington, CA! So many great memories growing up! Manny, you, Jamie and Junior playing paper tag, riding to downtown LA, and playing sports at Broad AVE Elementary! Rest In Peace Brother!

Uncle Ben, it´s been a while. It´s not December 14, 2023. I´m still in the Marines and I know that would have made you proud. Even though we have a common bond that the Marines are better than the Army. Haha. I miss you. I have two kids now. Layla (9 yrs old) and Jayden (8 yrs old). I know for a fact that you would have loved them and I know they would have with you in return. I´m going overseas soon. I´ll see you one day again but just wanted to provide you an update. I love you and I will always cherish my memories with you.

Love,
Israel

Ben my friend have always been trying to find you and tell you hi and hear how you are doing. Rest in peace brother. I have always thought about you back in the service when we served in the Army I had met you in Fort Ord and we transfered and met again in Fort Carson Colorado. We met again and we helped me when I was down and took me in for awhile. Will never forget I had saved your number and when I called for help you were their. Now you are free brother. Just wanted to give my condolences to your family. We had some good times together.

Ben,
Its sad to say good bye. I remember all the concerts & parties we'd go to. All the memories at home, you were too funny always imitating people and dancing. You were never ashamed to show your feelings & tell family you love them. God knew that last summer would be the last time we would see you & you shared all the love in your heart without holding back. I love you Ben....you've taught me alot. Funny how we think we're always gonna be around...I know I need to show more love & hug more. Mom always said you were such a loveable child, she never focused on your mistakes, she'd just say what a hugging, loving child you were. We are family---forever. Im gonna miss you still. I love you Ben and will see each other again.

Dear Ben,
We have many happy memories of the times you and Maria, Janelle and Nathan spent with us in California. We were blessed to be able to spend the time together as family. The telephone calls and conversations, the music you played, and the time spent together as family that we all shared will be missed. Ben we will all miss you very much and wish that you were still with us. We love you Ben, Maria, Janelle and Nathan.

Love you always,
Jim and Candy, Israel, Reina, Samuel, David and Sarah Ponce

Dear Ben a.k.a. Moeman de NSW: well this is the last day to write in this book so I wanted to tell you that I was blessed to have you as my brother while on this earth. It’s funny how we take things for granted when we have each other. We had our good and bad times when we were kids growing up. As we got older we did a lot of fun and crazy things together especially in the NSW. I want to apologize to you for everything I said and did to you that may have hurt you. There was so much I wanted to tell you but I waited too long. You always made my kids laugh when you would say “Help a brother out”, “You can’t rank on a ranker”. There’s a song by War that when I hear it, reminds me of you and me back in the old days its call "Me and Baby Brother." Well brother I guess this is all for now until we meet again in heaven. I'm truly going to miss you and love you always and I know you always loved me. When I go to bed at night I look at your picture and give it a kiss and I say good night Ben. You will forever be in my heart.
Your brother Jim a.k.a Flaco NSW

Mr. Ben Ponce,
At first I was a bit relunctant to meet you because of the stories your neice would tell me about you. But when I met you i knew that she was just giving me a hard time because you were very kind and friendly. I feel very fortunate to have known you. This is not a goodbye, but a see you later.

My Beloved Husband Benjamin, Time keeps going on and the days quickly pass bye. Its now close to 7 weeks since you have been gone. To me it still feels as though it was yesterday. I'll continue too feel the pain linger a hole in my heart an emptiness, a saddened void. There's not a moment in my day when you don't come to my mind. A smile, some tears, some laughter. . I miss you. I will Forever continue to Love you. I'm thankful for all the memories we created and shared. Each day with you was so special/and unique in its way. I will forever Thank the Heavenly Father, for being able to be your bride, and to be given the opportunity to share your love, and helpful guidance raising our kids together.. Thank you Love. My Benjamin, And as you sleep, think of just how much God loves you. Build your faith by recalling all he has done for you. Count your blessings instead of sheep: then sleep peacefully in your heavenly Father's protective arms..With hugs, and kisses and compassionate thoughts. I Will Always Love you.. Your bride, Stacey (Maria) Ponce..

Hello uncle ben itz me chloe.The last time i saw you and aunty Maria i was bawling because i didnt want you guys to leave because i have not seen you guys for a long time.You taught me alot of stuff like being appriciative and respectful towards grandma and grandpa.So i think you and aunty Maria for doing that.I know you are in a way better place than we are and where's no suffering and no pain.So don't worry about us, uncle Ben i remember you were dancing for me, mikala, and sarah [im not sure who else was there though] anyways you were doing the running man and making up your moves.[hahaha B] I LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH and miss you but we'll be together again.[I promise] LOVE,
chloe
P.S.you are the funniest guitar player/dancer uncle in the whole wide world. love you aunty maria!!!!!!!!!!

Ben,
It was my birthday and I missed your call you always call me except this year. I remember when we always talk on the phone about everything and anything, silly things. Remember I use to tell you “Mommy didn’t raise no fools.” you always laughed. I don’t know how I can go on living if you’re not here. Jesus will help me. I couldn’t do it without Jesus. Love you Ben. We all learned lots of things from you especially to Love one another.
Love you,
Mom

Ben,
My son I guess we will never play guitar together. I will miss that and you. I treasure all the times we spent together and the memories, plus playing guitar, talking. I love you and miss you. Until we meet again in heaven.
Love you,
Dad

Our son you were so young when you left. I wish you could have stayed longer with us. But Jesus wanted you to go play guitar in heaven. Maria will always be our daughter-in-law Nathan and Janelle will always be our grandkids forever. They miss you. There is not a minute I don’t think of you. So does Dad. It’s so sad you not being with us. We were blessed to have you as our son.
Love you,
Mom and Dad

Ben,
Our Son, we miss you very much. We know you’re in heaven with Jesus and Debbie, “no pain, no worry, “Happy”. It’s been so hard to let you go, we hurt so bad. I think my heart is going to break. All your sisters, brother, nephews and nieces miss you and love you. You brought us closer together. I’m proud to be your Mother and Dad is proud to be your Dad. Someday we will be together again.
Love you,
Mom and Dad

Dear Ben,

Your life has touched so many of us. You were an excellent musician with so much talent. During your last visit with us, you were very caring and shared from your heart. You wanted to let us know that it is always so important to appreciate one another and to hug each other and tell our children and family members that we love them. We miss you Ben and we love you always. Your sister-in-law, Candy.

Ben i was deeply saddened to hear of your passing...Im glad i got to see you again in Colorado..you and your family were so kind..You will be deeply missed. I well always remember our good times as kids..So may you rest in peace now and may God watch over your family...Our condolences to the Ponce family. Love you Always.

BEN;I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO SAY BUT THAT I MISS YOU AND DID NOT KNOW THAT YOU WERE THIS [SICK].BUT NOW YOU ARE WITH GOD AND OUT OF PAIN .ITS STILL HARD TO BELIEVE THAT YOU ARE GONE; MISS YOU YOU COUSIN VERY MUCH LOVE YOU

Dear Ben I can't believe you'r gone seem's like it's all a bad dream and I'm going to wake up and see you. There was so much I wanted to tell you but I just kept on putting it off and now it's to late. Your in a better place now and your not suffering any more. I love you and going to miss you very much love your brother Jim.

My funniest and the most awesome guitar player, Uncle Ben. Words can't express of how I currently feel right now. It still feels weird and haven't fully grasped what happened. When I first heard that you were in the hospital, it brought a tear to my eye because you always had a strong and never give up attitude. I will never forget the day you argued with that guy in the Drive Thru at Jack in The Box in Carson. hahaha. I was small but I remember as if it just happened. The last time I saw you down here was a great feeling and experience once again. We jammed on the guitar, I showed you what I had improved on over the course of the years. I played Stairway To Heaven for you, because you taught me that when I was 13 and now I was 21 when I played that for you. That was awesome. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! I wish I can tell you I love you one more time, but I know we will meet again. You've taught me so much. You will forever be in my heart. I MISS YOU! I'm trying to keep my composure just typing this. It's real hard, but I know you're in a better place up in that Great Gig in the Sky called HEAVEN! I know you're walking on streets of gold Uncle where there is no pain, suffering or tears. Just joy! I bet you have a wall of amps up there with more guitars and making great music! = ) Our family is closer now and I am looking forward to seeing you again. I LOVE YOU UNCLE BENJAMIN PONCE! I wish you can teach me one more song, but I know you will eventually. =) With lots of love to you my beloved Friend and Uncle. See you soon.

Dear Uncle Ben, we will miss your presence hear on earth, all the lives that you touched. I'm am glad to have known you, it makes it a little easer to know that you are in the Lords army now, one more angel in Heaven on the side of Our Heavenly Father, . La Shawn & family

My family would like to express our sincere condolence in the loss of your loved one. May God give you the strength you need to make it thru this difficult time. You all are always in our thoughts and prayers.

hey uncle ben,
it's Darryl im really sad that your gone i didn't meen to bring any hurt to you and if i did i apologize i miss yu and will always love you and iwill see you again your my favorite uncle and i learned alot from you thank you and i love you

Dear Uncle Ben,
I had previously written a letter to you and kept it close to me as a way of saying goodbye. Right now I am lost for words, I thought I would know what to say once I started typing but I don't. You're passing is the hardest thing that I have ever dealt with. I am deeply saddened knowing that I am not going to see you in this lifetime anymore, but the thing that keeps me going is knowing I will see you in the next. I miss you so much. I miss talking and joking with you on the phone. I remember as a child, you always biting our ears. You always found a way to make someone smile and laugh, even when they didn't feel like it. I will forever cherish those precious memories we shared, and keep them close to my heart. I love you Uncle Ben and I await the day until we meet again.
Love your neice,
Reina Caroline Ponce

Uncle Ben,
I miss you so much and wish I could see you for one more moment.I miss hearing your laugh and seeing you face.You brought happiness to my heart when I first saw you when you came to visit us.Even though our time together was short, I will always remember the times that we shared together.We never wanted you to go but it was your time.God was calling you and now you are resting with him.Everytime I see a picture of you makes me want to cry because I miss you and just want to see you again.You have been a great support and have always been there for me and the family.We appriciate it and are glad to have such a wonderful uncle.You are a one of a kind and we will never forget you.I will always have a special place for you in my heart.LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!
Love,
Your neice =D:)Sarah Ponce>:)=D

Jan. 7, 2010 Dear Ben : Thanks for being a good husband to my little sister she loved you with all her heart and always will. Rick and I will be there for Nathan and Janelle to help them through this heartache. Sorry we never made it up to the cabin brother, but when we are standing on the deck gazing at the beautiful sunset our dear lord created you will be with us in our thoughts and in our hearts. Our time together as a family was way to short but we are grateful for the time we had. we love you bro and always will. god bless you . . . .and we miss you . . . Rick, Karen, Kyle and Ryan Spinuzzi, Pueblo Colorado.

WE LOVE AND MISS YOU UNCLE YOU WALK WITH GOD NOW AND WE WILL SEE YOU SOON WHEN GOD CALLS US HOME WITH HIM AND WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN
MUCH LOVE N RESPECT MALCOLM,SHERYL,DARRYL,ANTHONY,JAY-JAY AND EMANUEL LEGRANDE

WE LOVE AND MISS YOU UNCLE YOU WALK WITH GOD NOW AND WE WILL SEE YOU SOON WHEN GOD CALLS US HOME WITH HIM AND WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN
MUCH LOVE N RESPECT MALCOLM,SHERYL,DARRYL,ANTHONY,JAY-JAY AND EMANUEL LEGRANDE

My loving husband Benn, It's now the beginning of a New year 2010.. the days go by quick but my heart still feels the emptiness and the hurtful pain.. Its lonely without you babe,it's so different I know a piece of me died with you.. I always quote your favorite scripture.. "Be strong, be courageous do not be terrified nor discouraged For the Lord your God is with you wherever you Go.." Josh 1:9 I will continue to carry this saying the rest of my life..love and miss you handsome love Maria your bride por vida

Stacey, Janelle & Nathan,
We are praying for you. We know God is seeing you through each day. Be assured that He never leaves you nor forsakes you. Keep the faith and live each day as if it were the day of our Lord's return. What a glorious day that will be!
We love you!
Ray, Rita and family

I love you so much Uncle Ben. I will never forget that day I last saw you on Grandma's porch. You told me to keep going to school, work hard, and continue serving the Lord. And of course not to date anytime soon, and to trust in the Lord with all my heart...What you told me that night will forever be in my heart. I will always remember that night when I think of you. I'm honored to your niece. I will always love you!

Ben, I miss you already and wish you were here with us.

Our son, we miss you very much. We miss you playing the guitar and singing. You were the best guitar player. There is no one like you. You were so caring and loving. When September 10th comes, your birthday, you won't be here. I won't be able to call my little boy that I call every year. We miss you. Love mom & dad.

UNCLE BEN a.k.a. peanut butter breathe! You're memory is for ever with me. You taught me so much, you're the best muscian i've ever heard, i wanna slap a bass like it stole something from me! I'm not saying goodbye cause we'll meet again, Love you Uncle Ben, your most handsome nephew, Isaac.

Ben...the last time you came down to visit--it was different. It was truly special. You showed us so much compassion and love. You were never shy about showing your feelings and emotions, that's one of the things I truly love about you. You encouraged us and lifted our spirits and hearts. I know we all felt so loved and so special--it was supernatural. Ben I will forever be reminded of you every time I hear someone playing the guitar. We have such wonderful memories growing up hearing you play the guitar. We are blessed to have such a talented musician in the family. Me and Susie had a wonderful time when we stayed with Maria & the kids. Truly you have a wonderful family & I will never forget that visit. I know you and Debbie are together & we will see you again. You left too soon and I will miss & always love you. I'm sure you have bought both families closer together. I love you more Ben...

Ben...the last time you came down to visit--it was different. It was truly special. You showed us so much compassion and love. You were never shy about showing your feelings and emotions, that's one of the things I truly love about you. You encouraged us and lifted our spirits and hearts. I know we all felt so loved and so special--it was supernatural. Ben I will forever be reminded of you every time I hear someone playing the guitar. We have such wonderful memories growing up hearing you play the guitar. We are blessed to have such a talented musician in the family. Me and Susie had a wonderful time when we stayed with Maria & the kids. Truly you have a wonderful family & I will never forget that visit. I know you and Debbie are together & we will see you again. You left too soon and I will miss & always love you. I'm sure you have bought both families closer together. I love you more Ben...

December 31,2009

This is in honor of the memory of my dear brother Ben Ponce. First of all I would like to thank our Loving Lord and Savior for having you be part of our family. My little sister Stacey aka Marie and her two children were blessed when your became a part of there family and so were we. Time goes so quick and each of us are saddened and hearts broken that you are no longer with us. Dear Brother of mine you will always be in our thoughts and prayers and your love and memories will always have a place in our hearts. We will always keep in mind the promise of our Heavenly Father in Heaven of some day being reunited when he comes to claim all who believe in and him and his promise. So until we meet again dear brother I will always keep you in my thoughts and in my heart. I know that our Lord is coming soon and some day we will all be part of our Loving Lords Family reunion.
Until then I know the Lord was with you on the day you left us and I know our Lord is with all of us daily.
with thoughfulness and love your sister Dena.

Ben, you left us too soon and i am so sad we had to let you go. I wanted you to stay but i know it was time to say goodby. I ask myself why did you have to leave? But this question will never be answered and i will have to accept it in my mind and heart; one of the hardest things i will live through and never forget. We had a family service for you at mom's house and it was comforting and warm. We all talked about the funny times when we were growing up as kids. Especially when you would chase our boyfriends away and the times we laugh and fought as youths. Of course Jimmy had his stories and we laughed so hard while we were in the kitchen gathered around. My brother i will miss you and have always loved you. I know you were proud of me and I will miss you playing the guitar and us all singing in harmony. I know I will see you again; you and Debbie and we will all be together as a family. Rest in peace Ben, you no longer have to deal with this world and you finally have peace within yourself and with others. I LOVE YOU YOUR LITTLE SISTER SUSIE aka: little MOE

My darling husband, already 14 days, 2 weeks since I have been trying to accept the fact you are truly gone.. Looking on the mantel and seeing your urn reminds me, but I still catch myself waiting for the door to open. I Love you Benn, my heart hurts and I feel so empty. We did everything together you and I. How wish I could just hold you and tell you I love you and see your gorgeous smile. God bless us give us strength. Me and the kids and poncho miss you baby ..Love ya forever..your bride

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.

Dad, you are the only other man in this world i have ever loved. Every piece of discipline and advice that you have offered me over the years will stay with me forever. There is nothing in this world that will ever fill the empty void in my soul from the loss of you. Your memory will forever be celebrated everyday by Mom, Janelle and myself. i miss you

Each day goes by a little faster but the pain and the sadness will never go away.. Our lives revolved so much around you and the joy and the blessings you gave us mean everything to us.. Our hearts and souls will heal in the Lords' time but our memories will last FOREVER.. We pray God blesses us with peace and protection and understanding. You were such a young, STRONG, Beautiful husband and dad we miss you badly.. Poncho misses his best friend.. WE will always LOVE you ponce... your bride por vida

Daddy; All time seemed to stop when I got the news you were dieing. I felt I was losing not only my father, but my hero and best friend. I cried harder than I have before and was angry because I could not understand why this was happening. But in God's light I know that you are there when I pray. With my future before me I know it will be you to guide me through. Your wisdom will always light my path and I will walk with strength. I am and will be your; ears, eyes, and nose. I will never let you down daddy. I love you and I'm forever your one and only daughter. (Miss you)

Stacey,
I dont have words to describe how very deeply saddened I am to my soul by the passing on of Ben. I love you and Janelle and Nathan... Know that me and Your BRO Nathan are always only thirty minutes away. Ben is and has always been the best of the best. I have enjoyed all our moments spent together has a family.He is truly missed. Joey has talked about his Uncle Ben being at his birthday in June and talking to all the teenagers about the mighty "Lakers". Sunday for the Broncos VS Raiders game Nathan said "That game was for Ben He would have loved rubbing that on in..Salutes to Ben". You know the saying goes you can take the "homeboy" out of Cali but you cant take Cali out of the "homeboy"Ben will live on in our hearts and memories as one of the best...Until we all meet again in heaven.
Know we Love you... your sister Rose and brother Nathan in Pueblo

Stacey,My heart and prayers will be with daily.God will bless you and yours. Love Evelyn Agee

My darling husband Ben, I thank God for bringing you into my life I thank God for your wonderful help of raisng our kids. I thank God for each memory I have of you and I pray for strength because without you I am lost.. I miss you babe May the Fathers Arms comfort you.. thank you for being such a strong and beautiful man.. love your bride..

My darling and gorgeous husband I am so thankful that God brought you into my life.. You have blessed me and the kids and I will forever honor and love you.. I will miss you, and one day be with you in eternity.. I love ya Ben.. God Bless US with strength without you.

Stacey, Janelle and Nathan, Our heart felt condolences go out to you. Ben's presence will be missed but you will keep him alive in your hearts through all your memories and love. You are continuously in our prayers. Love, Jeannie Fleet and family