He is survived by his son, Phillip Ponce.
A Memorial Mass will be held at Saint Francis Xavier Church, located at 3801 Scott Road, Burbank, CA 91504, on November 22, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
Following the Mass, a Celebration of Life Reception will take place at Hotel Burbank, situated at 150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA 91502, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm.