Maria Ponce Antas Gordo

Maria Ponce Antas Gordo, affectionately known as Mary, passed away on September 13, 2025, at the Beverly (Adventist) Hospital in Montebello, California, at the age of 94. Born on September 8, 1931, in Itbayat, Batanes, Philippines, Mary lived a life filled with love and dedication to her family.

Mary was a beloved mother to her children: William, Edwin, Zeny, Teddy, Norrie, and Luz Antas Gordo. Her nurturing spirit and unwavering support created a strong family bond that will be cherished for generations. She instilled values of love and togetherness in her children, ensuring that her legacy would continue through them.

Mary’s life was also enriched by her relationships with her deceased family members. She was the loving wife of the late Cirilo Nobleza Gordo and shared her life with a sibling group that included her brother, Salvador Ponce Antas, and her sisters: Alejandria Ponce Antas-Vargas, Ramona Ponce Antas Dita, and Sabina Ponce Antas. Together, they formed a close-knit family who shared many memorable moments.

As the family gathers to pay their respects, Mary will be honored with visitations on October 23 and 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, at Forest Lawn - Cypress - Patriots Chapel, located at 4471 Lincoln Avenue, Cypress, California. A funeral service will follow on October 25, 2025, at 11:30 AM, concluding at 12:30 PM at the same location.

Mary’s journey in this life concluded, but her spirit and the love she shared will remain in the hearts of those she leaves behind. Her family and friends will forever treasure her memory, celebrating the remarkable impact she made throughout her life.