Frank Ponce

Frank Ponce, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and beloved friend to many, celebrated his 87th birthday at home and passed peacefully in his sleep on June 14, 2020.

Frank is survived by his wife, Theresa, his children, Albert, Teresa, Elizabeth, Carmen, and his son-in-law Doug. His grandchildren, Selin, Alexa, Alyssa, Nicolas, Frank, Jimmy, Matthew, Mario, Alex, Evangelina, Marcos, and Caesar. His great-grandchildren, Vincent, Dominic, Jianna, and Olivia Mae.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Luís Ponce-Lozada, Luz M. de Ponce Lozada, and his siblings, Lucho, Mario and Mely.

Frank was born in Sucre, Bolivia on June 9, 1933. At 18, he received a scholarship to the Colorado School of Mines where he studied petroleum engineering, then went to CU Boulder to complete his education, but God had other plans for him.

He met the love of his life, Theresa, joining hands in holy matrimony on October 7, 1957, marking 62 years of marriage.

Frank was a very devoted family man and successful entrepreneur. As a young man, he loved to play sports and was a gifted athlete. In high school, he represented his school in soccer, basketball, volleyball, track, long jump and pole vault. As an adult, he continued his passion for soccer and played midfield position for the Club Bolivar. He was a devoted fan of the Denver Broncos, never missing a single game. He also loved taking walks, drawing, latin music, playing multiple instruments, dancing, poker and billiards.

He started his successful furniture business, PONCE FURNITURE, and enjoyed investing in real estate. He was proud of his heritage and became very involved in the Latino community. He was a founding member of the Latin Chamber of Commerce, a co-owner and DJ at KBNO Spanish language radio where he was known as, ""El Caballero del Microfono"" (The Gentleman of the Microphone). Frank's daily program, ""El Folklore Latino Americano"" exposed his listeners to the distinct sounds and rhythms of folkloric music and to many other types of music enjoyed in South America.

Frank's radio voice and persona began gaining popularity within the Latino community and, he, along with his KBNO colleagues, broadcasted the Denver Bronco Football games in Spanish including: the Broncos vs. Miami at the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico in 1997 where they defeated the Miami Dolphins and their back to back Super Bowl wins in 1998 and 1999.

He was an admirable, fair and kind businessman with a tireless work ethic, achieving his goals and accomplishing the success he dreamed of as a young man and immigrant. He is very loved by his family, friends and colleagues. He had a special gift of making everyone he met feel important and respected. He will be greatly missed and remembered always.

We are at peace knowing that he has been received into the loving arms of Jesus and our Heavenly Father. He is surrounded by Light and Love, and has been reunited with his beloved family and friends in God's Heavenly Kingdom.

Querido Esposo, Papa, Abuelo, Bisabuelo, Amigo, Hijo y, Hermano

Existen personas que traen una luz tan grande al mundo que, incluso después de haberse ido, esa luz permanece para siempre….

John 16:22. ""Therefore you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.

Due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions, a private memorial will be held in Frank’s honor at Horan & McConaty Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Frank’s name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital:

https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/GiftFunds/GiftFunds?px=6664424&pg=personal&fr_id=39300

Memorial Service: June 26, 2020 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Horan & McConaty - South Metro/Centennial
5303 E County Line Rd
Centennial, CO 80122