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▰ Loretta M Pono

Died January 25, … More Information
Loretta M Pono, of Simi Valley, California, passed from this world into the next January 25, 2012. Loretta was 81.
Obituary published: January 26, 2012 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Loretta (Mccarthy) Pono

Died April 20, … More Information
Loretta (Mccarthy) Pono, age 81 of Simi Valley, California, died on April 20, 2012.
Obituary published: April 21, 2012 in "Prov Journal (RI)"

▰ Loretta (Mccarthy) Pono

Died April 19, … More Information
Loretta (Mccarthy) Pono, age 81 of Simi Valley, California, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home April 19, 2012.
Obituary published: April 20, 2012 in "Prov Journal (RI)"

▰ Blas Christopher Valera Pono

Died December 30, … More Information
Blas Christopher Valera Pono, born April 11, 1959 passed away peacefully December 30, 2015 in San Jose, California. Blas was 56. Tags: #Conching #Chris #Daddy #Mama #Tuba #Benguet #Philippines #School #University #Baguio #Angelus #Holy #Xavier #Crystal #Philosophy #Immaculate #Seminary #Vigan #Ilocos #Many #Saint #Bachelor #Laws #Government #United #Maribeths #Jose #California #Para-educator #High #Mahalo #Thank #Pono #Josette #Ford #Uncle #Jolene #Khanh #Sponsors #Love #Life #Cancer #Heaven #Enkol #Effect #Next
Obituary: Biography of Blas Christopher Pono by Judith Fontanoz

For all of us, Chris was the greatest - as a son, a brother, an uncle, a nephew, a classmate, a grandpa, a friend.

Chris was the third born of us eight siblings; the first of five boys. two girls, our parents (Blas a municipal treasurer and Conching a public school teacher) were eager to have a boy. Their dream came true when Chris was born on 22, 1959 (Secret revealed; his birth certificate shows another birth date: 11,1959 - but this has something to do with mamas filing her maternity leave.) Daddy and Mama then fondly called him Boy.

Chris childhood years were mostly spent in Tuba, a small town in Benguet Province, Philippines where our parents were employed and where they decided to build a home for our large family. He had his elementary school education in Tuba Central School, where mama taught, up until fourth grade. He transferred to St. Louis University laboratory school in near by Baguio City for his fifth and sixth grade.

Chris had always wanted to become a priest; this must have been largely because we grew up in a strict catholic family, where mama would always want all of us to be home by six oclock in the evening so we could pray the Angelus and the Holy Rosary almost everyday, especially during our early childhood days. He finished high school at St. Francis Xavier Seminary, Crystal Cave, Baguio City and received his B.S in Philosophy at the Immaculate Concepcion Seminary in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.

As a student, Chris was always a standout. His intelligence and diligence earned him academic honors and several medals of distinction. spending eight years in the seminary, he decided to go on leave to try experiencing life outside. Unfortunately, he was not re-admitted to the seminary to pursue his dream of becoming a priest. He would later console himself with the words Many are called but few are chosen which reminded him that perhaps God had other, better plans for him. So he enrolled at Saint Louis University, Baguio City and finished his Bachelor of Laws. He later worked as a legal assistant with the Baguio City Government until he, together with our other siblings, migrated to the United States in 1998.

Since then, he lived with our sister Maribeths family in San Jose, California and worked as a Para-educator at Mt. Pleasant High School and helped care for autistic adults at Mahalo House.

Throughout his life, Chris was known to be a very good person: thoughtful, honest, generous, giving, forgiving - an all-loving person - whom everyone cannot help but love in return.

No one can forget his own seven last words, which he uttered to us, his family (whom he referred to as he people I love when the doctor asked him who we were). When we were gathered around him after he received the last sacrament:

I love you, Thank you so much.

Thank you, Chris for the beautiful life you shared with us. We feel so privileged and blessed to have you in our lives. We love you very much.


A few words about Chris from his family:

I love you my uncle Chris. You were one of the most important and significant people in my life. You were also the life of the party, the leader of the craziness, the best listener, the kindest heart, and happiest Pono around! May we leave an impact on people like you did on ours.
- Josette Velasco Ford

I will always remember Uncle Chris as a thoughtful and loving person, full of smiles and laughter. His love and commitment to our family was only rivaled by his devotion to God. His joyous antics and famous sound effects will surely be missed at our family gatherings. Uncle Chris was a man of virtue and principle, a guiding light for all of us to follow on this journey we call life. As much as we may miss his physical presence, I know and believe that he will always be with us in spirit and in our hearts.
- Jolene Velasco

Uncle Chris played a very instrumental role in our lives, from the day Khanh and I met, to the wedding ceremony having him as one of our Sponsors, and until 4 years after... He was one of the people who would constantly lend us support and give us advice, about Love and Life... And he did that for everyone - that's the type of person he was and always will be especially to his loved ones.

He is leaving us all with a lesson in SELFLESS love - having worked so hard most of his life (even keeping two jobs when he was already fighting Cancer), he still found time to spend precious moments with the family, even if it was just over a cup of coffee in the dining table... Simple things, and little gestures that meant a lot to him and to us.

We have lots of good memories with Uncle Chris that we will forever cherish. And he will remain as the most jolly, kind-hearted, caring, loving and selfless person to us. God has gained another angel in Heaven, and we are lucky to have him watching over us now...

Já vesh, Uncle Chris!
See you later, Enkol... We love you! So much!

-Eejay ("Eetesh") and Khanh


Chris, I enjoyed your company for all the 18 years you lived with us. We never had any issues, except for that day I have to use the big bathroom and saw this tiny hair dye splatter on the wall. Jokingly, I said Chris, theres a tiny hair dye splatter on the wall. Chris jokingly replied, Rex, you were the one who did continued...

▰ Blas Christopher Valera Pono

Died December 30, … More Information
Blas Christopher Valera Pono, born April 11, 1959 entered into eternal rest December 30, 2015 in San Jose, California. Blas was 56.

▰ Jenny Lottie Ponnequin

Died July 13, … More Information
Jenny Lottie Ponnequin, of Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully July 13, 1998. Jenny was 54.
Obituary published: July 14, 1998 in "San Bernardino C-S"

▰ Rosalind Rae (Dollarhide) Ponnell

Died May 03, … More Information
Rosalind Rae (Dollarhide) Ponnell, of Martinez, California, passed from this world into the next May 3, 1998. Rosalind was 32.
Obituary published: May 04, 1998 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Ms Minerva Ponnell

Died May 16, … More Information
Ms Minerva Ponnell, born February 29, 1924 entered Heaven's gates on May 16, 2015 in Bay Point, California. Ms was 91.

▰ Nancy L Ponn

Died September 26, … More Information
Nancy L Ponn, born April 4, 1928 entered eternal life September 26, 2010 in Cathedral, California. Nancy was 82.

▰ Joan Kathryn (Madden) Ponn

Died June 24, … More Information
Joan Kathryn (Madden) Ponn, age 66 of California, born in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 24, 1998.
Obituary published: June 25, 1998 in "Californian"

▰ Romayne R Ponleithner

Died November 07, … More Information
Romayne R Ponleithner, of California, born in Chicago, Illinois, passed from this world into the next November 7, 2006. Romayne was 78.
Obituary published: November 08, 2006 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Richard Ponke

Died August 17, … More Information
Richard Ponke, of California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 17, 2001. Richard was 39.
Obituary published: August 18, 2001 in "Chico E-R"

▰ Anna M Ponka

Died August 25, … More Information
Anna M Ponka, born September 18, 1951 died August 25, 2010 in Canyon Country, California. Anna was 58.

▰ Rachel "Raye" (Stevens) Ponitzman

Died August 02, … More Information
Rachel "Raye" (Stevens) Ponitzman, age 68 of California, born in Chicago, Illinois, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home August 2, 2001.
Obituary published: August 03, 2001 in "Los Angeles T"

▰ Susan Ponio

Died May 02, … More Information
Susan Ponio went into the presence of the Lord on May 2, 2007 in Hemet, California.
Obituary published: May 03, 2007 in "PE"

▰ Susan Ponio

Died April 27, … More Information
Susan Ponio left this earth on April 27, 2007 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Hemet, California.
Obituary published: April 28, 2007 in "PE"

▰ Aurea Manalang Ponio

Died May 12, … More Information
Aurea Manalang Ponio, born February 26, 1930 passed from this world into the next May 12, 2019 in South Gate, California. Aurea was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Eliodoro M. Ponio, Tranquilina P. Bringino, Victor Medina Ponio ( Deceased ), Liborio M. Ponio ( Deceased ), Brigida Calma Manalang ( Deceased ), Alden Carranza, Antonio M. Ponio ( Deceased )

▰ Phyllis Helen (Stachura) Poniktera

Died August 09, … More Information
Phyllis Helen (Stachura) Poniktera, age 89 of California, born in Detroit, Michigan, passed away August 9, 2008 at her home.
Obituary published: August 10, 2008 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Philip J Poniktera

Died June 12, … More Information
Philip J Poniktera, 69, of San Diego, California gained his wings on June 12, 2021.
Obituary published: June 13, 2021 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Benjamin Poniente

Died August 24, … More Information
Benjamin Poniente, born December 13, 1937 went into the presence of the Lord on August 24, 2019 in Bonita, California. BENJAMIN was 81.

▰ Theodore Ponich

Died October 26, … More Information
Theodore Ponich left this earth on October 26, 2000 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in California.
Obituary published: October 27, 2000 in "OCR"

▰ Princess Jacqueline (Bronislavia) Poniatoski

Died October 07, … More Information
Princess Jacqueline (Bronislavia) Poniatoski passed away October 7, 1997 in San Francisco, California.
Obituary published: October 08, 1997 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Suellen Ponia

Died April 28, … More Information
Suellen Ponia, age 68 of California, born in Illinois, passed from this life on April 28, 2007.
Obituary published: April 29, 2007 in "PE"

▰ Joseph J Poni

Died December 28, … More Information
Joseph J Poni went into the presence of the Lord on December 28, 1995 in Daly City, California.
Obituary published: December 29, 1995 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ Carl Lauren Poni

Died March 26, … More Information
Carl Lauren Poni, age 50 of California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 26, 2011.
Obituary published: March 27, 2011 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Vene Pongxayavong

Died January 17, … More Information
Vene Pongxayavong passed away January 17, 2017 in Fresno, California.

▰ Karasinh Pongxayaboury

Died August 29, … More Information
Karasinh Pongxayaboury, of California, entered into eternal rest August 29, 2000. Karasinh was 27.
Obituary published: August 30, 2000 in "Stockton Record"

▰ Erika Elisabeth (Cepecauer) Pongracz-Bartha

Died July 04, … More Information
Erika Elisabeth (Cepecauer) Pongracz-Bartha died unexpectedly on July 4, 2011 at the age of 68 in California.
Obituary published: July 05, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Erika Elisabeth (Cepecauer) Pongracz-Bartha

Died July 02, … More Information
Erika Elisabeth (Cepecauer) Pongracz-Bartha, of California, entered eternal life July 2, 2011. Erika was 68.
Obituary published: July 03, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Erika Elisabeth Pongracz-Bartha

Died June 30, … More Information
Erika Elisabeth Pongracz-Bartha, age 68 of Simi Valley, California, went into the presence of the Lord on June 30, 2011.
Obituary published: July 01, 2011 in "Ventura C-S"

▰ Anthony Joseph "Aj" "Iceman" Pongracz

Died September 09, … More Information
Anthony Joseph "Aj" "Iceman" Pongracz, age 11 of Alpine, California, went to be with the Lord on September 9, 1999.
Obituary published: September 10, 1999 in "San Diego U-T"

▰ Frances Pongrace

Died July 18, … More Information
Frances Pongrace, age 85 of California, entered into eternal rest July 18, 2008.
Obituary published: July 19, 2008 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Phengsing Pongphila

Died August 25, … More Information
Phengsing Pongphila, born December 30, 1932 went to be with the Lord on August 25, 2018 in San Diego, California. Phengsing was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Vongmany Saipannha, Phonechleune Pongphila, Deunesavanh Pongphila, Vannasinh Pongphila, Siathone Pongphila, Vandy Pongphila, Inthavong Pongphila, Chansamone Pongphila

▰ Mildred F Ponge

Died March 21, … More Information
Mildred F Ponge, age 85 of Oxnard, California, passed from this world into the next March 21, 2007.
Obituary published: March 22, 2007 in "Santa Maria Times"

▰ Rosario Endriola Pongase

Died February 03, … More Information
Rosario Endriola Pongase, born October 1, 1942 departed this life Sunday February 3, 2015 in Hughson, California. Rosario was 72.

▰ Mary P Ponganis

Died January 12, … More Information
Mary P Ponganis, age 88 of California, born in Kingston, Pennsylvania, went to be with the Lord on January 12, 2005.
Obituary published: January 13, 2005 in "Sacramento Bee"

▰ Wynne Woo Yu-Jing Pong

Died November 27, … More Information
Wynne Woo Yu-Jing Pong, of California, passed from this life on November 27, 2007. Wynne was 91.
Obituary published: November 28, 2007 in "SF Chronicle"

▰ William Quan Sr "Bill" Pong

Died April 02, … More Information
William Quan Sr "Bill" Pong, of California, entered eternal life April 2, 2002. William was 89.
Obituary published: April 03, 2002 in "Times-Star"

▰ William Quan Sr "Bill" Pong

Died April 01, … More Information
William Quan Sr "Bill" Pong, of California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord April 1, 2002. William was 89.
Obituary published: April 02, 2002 in "Times-Star"

▰ Wai Yuen Pong

Died August 07, … More Information
Wai Yuen Pong left this earth on August 7, 1990 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Whittier, California.

▰ Sik Kau Pong

Died July 06, … More Information
Sik Kau Pong, born September 1, 1918 died on July 6, 2006 in Whittier, California. Sik was 87.

▰ Shirley P K Pong

Died August 21, … More Information
Shirley P K Pong, of California, passed from this world into the next August 21, 2005. Shirley was 62.
Obituary published: August 22, 2005 in "Long Beach P-T"

▰ Shirley P K Pong

Died August 20, … More Information
Shirley P K Pong, of California, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 20, 2005. Shirley was 62.
Obituary published: August 21, 2005 in "Long Beach P-T"

▰ Shirley P K Pong

Died August 18, … More Information
Shirley P K Pong, age 62 of California, went into the presence of the Lord on August 18, 2005.
Obituary published: August 19, 2005 in "Long Beach P-T"

▰ Sau Chi Pong

Died December 13, … More Information
Sau Chi Pong passed away December 13, 1987 in Whittier, California.

▰ Ruby Pong

Died July 08, … More Information
Ruby Pong, born November 20, 1930 passed away peacefully July 8, 2014 in Oceanside, California. Ruby was 83. Tags: #Willie #Eternal #Mortuary #Oceanside #California #Memorial #Crematory
Obituary: Ruby Pong was born on 20, 1930 in Ohio. She entered into rest on 8, 2014 in Oceanside, California.

She is survived by her husband, Willie Pong, children, relatives,and friends.

A visitation will be held on , 20, 2014 at 12:30pm followed by a celebration of life at 1:30pm at Eternal Hills Mortuary Chapel in Oceanside, California.

Ms. Pong will be dearly missed....

are under the direction of Eternal Hills Memorial Park, Mortuary, and Crematory, Oceanside, California.

▰ Ruby Pong

Died July 08, … More Information
Ruby Pong, born November 20, 1930 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 8, 2014 in Oceanside, California. Ruby was 83.

▰ Maria F (Tung) Pong

Died August 24, … More Information
Maria F (Tung) Pong, 49, of California departed this life August 24, 1999.
Obituary published: August 25, 1999 in "Contra Costa"

▰ Maria F Pong

Died August 25, … More Information
Maria F Pong, of California, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Maria August 25, 1999. Maria was 49.
Obituary published: August 26, 1999 in "West County T"

▰ Joyce Pong

Died October 28, … More Information
Joyce Pong, 82, of Alameda, California departed this life October 28, 2005.
Obituary published: October 29, 2005 in "SF Chronicle"
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