Marcus G. Ponder Sr.

October 27, 1958 ~ December 9, 2023
Born in:
Painesville, Ohio
Resided in:
Charlotte, North Carolina
Marcus Gale Ponder, Sr was born Marcus Gale Gibson on October 27, 1958, in Painesville, Ohio to the late Rev. Walter Lee Gibson and Gayle Weltha Lily. He was the second of five children. In his early years he attended the Mespo Local Public Schools in North Bloomfield, Ohio. After moving to Monticello, Georgia with his family, Marcus Sr attended Jasper County High School where he graduated in 1976. In addition to furthering his education, Marcus Sr attended Mercer University where he was on the Dean’s list. At the early age of 16 years old, Marcus Sr gained a passion for plumbing after completing an apprenticeship from an elderly man in Monticello, Georgia. This birth his business Master Drain Cleaning & Services which later changed to M3 Drain Cleaning to reflect his three children. His profession spanned over 20 years.
Marcus Sr met Francenia Denise Fluker in May 1979 and they were united in marriage on October 25, 1984. From their union were born three beautiful children: Marcia La’nae, Shirbrea Gayle and Marcus Gale, Jr. To continue his legacy, he leaves a loving and devoted wife, Francenia Denise Ponder, two daughters, Marcia La’nae (Courtney) Faulk, Shirbrea Gayle Ponder, his only son and namesake, Marcus Gale Ponder Jr, and three amazing grandchildren, Emani Satiya, Azaria Matiya and Cashmir Messiah. He leaves to cherish his memories, a mother, Gayle Ponder, three brothers, Walter “Tony” Ponder, Julius (Josey) Ponder, Joseph Ponder and a sister, Tamara (Boris) Burton, and a devoted brother-in-law, Kenth Fluker. A host of other relatives and friends.
Marcus, Sr was called “OG”, “The Plumber” and “Marco” by some, but to us he was affectionately called “Honey” (Wife), “Daddy” (Marcia), “Fav” or “Favorite” (Shirbrea), “Pops” (Marcus, Jr) and “Poppa” (Grandchildren).
“Your wife should be your greatest testament of your character.”- Dr. Myles Munroe
Psalm 23…”Though I walk through the valley and shadow of death, I will fear for evil, for you are with me…”
Services
Visitation: December 29, 2023 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wages & Sons Stone Mountain Chapel
1040 Main Street
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
770-469-9811
Funeral Service: December 29, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Wages & Sons Stone Mountain Chapel
1040 Main Street
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
770-469-9811
Sabrina
With deepest sympathy, Theresa Belcher
I know you are now getting that much needed rest because you were always running,running,running as you would sleep in eternal peace love you
May the Peaceof God rest on you. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.
Love
Natasha Jernigan
Amen,
Marcus, Helped a lot of people, in his time of living, and brought a lot of joy and spiritual life and knowledge to other. You will truly be missed,
Mr. M3 Plumber
RIHP
Ms Terry