Robert Louis Ponton passed away on February 27, 2011 in Pasadena, TX at the age of 80. He was born on October 5, 1930 in San Antonio, TX to the union of Joseph and Ima Ponton. Robert is preceded in death by his parents; 1 sister, Margaret; 1 brother, Joe; and 2 great grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Earble E. Ponton; 2 sons, Weston, and Colton and; 1 daughter, Linda; 5 grandchildren, Christopher, Robert, Shawna, Martina, and Justin; 7 great grandchildren; 3 brothers, Redell, Billy, and Boyce; 2 sisters, Virginia, and Barbara; 3 sisters-in-law; and 1 brother-in-law. Robert has resided in Pasadena for 45 years. He retired from United Transport and was a member of Teamsters Union. Robert was a veteran who proudly served his country in the Army Air Forces.
The family will receive friends for visitation on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Grand View Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at 12:30 p.m. in The Chapel of Grand View Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Grand View Memorial Park. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.grandviewfunerals.com