Frank W. Pontius

ELKHART- Frank W. Pontius, 59, of Elkhart, passed away Monday January 8, 2018 at Elkhart General Hospital. He was born August 25, 1958 in Elkhart to the late Richard & Patricia "Pat" (Schaffer) Pontius. On July 3, 1976 in Elkhart he married Teresa D. Grider. She survives along with 2 children, Thomas J. Pontius, Mindy (Robert) Mullins; a grandson, Max Mullins; 2 brothers, Steve (Connie) Pontius, David (Rachel) Pontius and a sister, Gloria (Ronald) Trosper all of Elkhart. Frank enjoyed camping, fishing and going to the casino. He was a loving Husband, Father, and Pa to us all. Frank was extremely proud of his grandson Max. Max was everything to Pa. The proudest moment was when Max caught his fist northern pike. Frank worked at Coachmen for over 20 years and currently was the plant manager at Forest River Cargo Division where he worked for 18 years. Visitation for family and friends will be from 3-6 p.m. Thursday January 11, 2018 at Walley-Mills-Zimmerman Funeral Home. A celebration of life service for Frank will be held at 6:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Pastor Davis "Jimmy" Webster will preside and cremation will follow. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association or to United Cancer Services of Elkhart County. To send an online condolence, please visit www.wmzfh.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Frank W. Pontius please visit our Sympathy Store.

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