Mrs. Ray Ellen Ponder

ray ponder

June 23, 1957 ~ July 1, 2026

Born in: Pulaski, Illinois
Resided in: Milwaukee, WI

Born to eternal life on July 1st,, 2026 at the age of 69 years. Combined Services: Saturday, July 18, 2026; Visitation 12:00 PM, Funeral Service 1:00 PM at Paradise Memorial Funeral Home

Interment: Graceland Cemetery

Final Services Entrusted to:
Paradise Memorial Funeral Home and Cremation Service

Broadcast Date:

Milwaukee Viewing Time: Saturday, July 18, 2026 13:00 pm

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Services

Visitation: July 18, 2026 12:00 pm

Paradise Memorial Funeral Home
7625 W. Appleton Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53222

414461-8000

Life Celebration: July 18, 2026 1:00 pm

Paradise Memorial Funeral Home
7625 W. Appleton Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53222

414461-8000

Graveside Ceremony: July 18, 2026 3:00 pm

Graceland Cemetery
6401 N. 43rd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53209

(414) 353-8850

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  1. You Will Truly Be Missed My Love And Never Forgotten.. You Gained Your Wings & Resting Peacefully 🥹 I Love You Ray Ellen ♥️ You Are Up There Watching Over Us With Mama & Pooh So I Know Yall Up There Having A Ball To Finally See Eachother Again ……. Rest Easy My Momo ❤️🙏🏾😔

  2. My deepest condolences to the Ponder family and loved ones. I hope you find strength and peace in the days ahead. Wishing you comfort and healing.

  3. Thank you for all the love and kindness you’ve shown me and my family throughout the years. Your smile and laughter had a way of lighting up every room. You were loved by so many, and your memory will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew you. I send my deepest condolences to all family and friends during this difficult time.

  4. So sorry for the loss you and your family have endured. Wish I could be there to celebrate in person but my heart and love goes out to you all!!


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