Mr. Mayo Ponder, Sr.

It seems so unreal that you are no longer gonna be here. It's just unbelievable. I will miss you forever, cousin Man! I look forward to seeing you on other side. ❤️

Our heart felt condolences to the family.

Mayo was good friend and man he was man of his word he will be missed by many I work beside him he never got mad or angry about anything he would help anyone if need it and give his his last dollar if you need rip my friend little Mayo for and your family need me you got my number I keep yal in my prayers

With sincere condolences. My heartaches for the Ponder family. Mayo was very kind and genuine...I've known him as classmate, neighbor, civic professional, family man and true freind...who will be truly missed. May God give you endless strength and peace today and forever...

- Johnny A. Lamb & Family

Words can't express the hurt in my heart you will be truly missed but never forgotten love you forever unk mayo. Love EBONI GRIFFIN/Ponder

Mayo was a very friendly person always had a smile upon his face everytime I seen him. Miss the 4 wheeler riding we had so much fun with lil Mayo down dem dirt roads. You will truly be missed. Prayers to the family.

Our sincere condolences to this family at this very difficult time. Praying God's strength for you all. Reggie & Tina Benjamin

Mayo was my neighbor for over 30 years & a friend for many more. He was a good man & always had a contagious smile. After the recent storm he came over to check on me. I will miss passing him on the dirt road to our homes & him throwing up a friendly hand in passing. He is at peace now. God rest his soul. Diane Killgore & Tony Watson

Mayo was a one of a kind true friend. My late husband, Ronald and I became friends with him in high school and he was a friend through the years. His big, beautiful smile could be seen in an instant. He sure was a positive asset for the City of Lakeland! I know heaven got a good man...Prayers for Geraldine, Mayo, Jr., and the rest of his family and friends. He sure will be missed!

There will never be another like you. May you finally be at peace and know you'll be forever missed. Glenn and Michelle West

Our hearts are broken. The nicest and one of the hardest working man the cities ever had! Mayo Jr, Geraldine and the rest of the Ponder family, you know we love y'all! I'm going to miss his genuine smile and always asking, " how's Mr. Doug doing?" We're praying for you! Doug and Kim Heard

Our hearts are broken. Mayo was such a kind and gentle man. Such a good friend. He will certainly be missed. Sending prayers and hugs of love to family and friends.

Mr Mayo Ponder was a great guy never met a stranger has helped people and always had a smile for everyone I will truly miss you dear friend

My prayers and condolences are extended to the entire Ponder family! May the memories that you shared with Mayo bring you some comfort and peace ! Nadine McEady Boone

He was a great man! Always had a smile on his face and in his heart! He will truly be remembered and missed by everyone in Lakeland . Jeffery and Mary Sirmons

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.