Michael Arthur Pons

Michael A. Pons, a loving and loyal son, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew, and friend to many, passed away at his home, as he wished, looking out over the water at age 73 on September 5, 2026.

Preceded in death by his parents Walter A Pons Jr., mother Mary H. Pons “Queenie” and his beloved dog Ziggy. Survived by Brother Walter A.Pons III (Caroline Pons) Dennis H. Pons (Kathleen Pons) Thomas “Jerry” Pons ,sister Ann Marie Pons, Nephews Christopher Pons (Cheryl Pons), John Dennis Pons(Donna Pons),Tyler Dirksmeyer (Hannah Dirksmeyer) Graham Dirksmeyer (Mallory Mancuso) Nieces Lynette Poyser (Kent Poyser), Rebecca Pons (Tara Simoneaux) great nephews Sean Pons (Kaitlin Pons), Jonathon Pons, Brandon Pons, Ethan Mauterer, Peyton Mauterer, Grayson Dirksmeyer, great nieces Bailey Mauterer, Ella Mauterer, Abigail Pons, and many, many cousins.

Michael lived in numerous towns throughout the country. He was involved with many of the San Diego LSU alumni Crawfish boils where he lived for 21 years with his beloved partner Fran Crawford. He lived in Clear Lake Shores Kemah, TX, since 2005, where he was loved by all. He was involved in the Civic Association and started the monthly Jammin on Jarboe concert series.

From an early age he loved to sail, sunsets and music. He sailed various bodies of water throughout his life, witnessed countless sunsets during his travels all over the world, attended live music throughout his many travels. Some of his favorites included the Jimmy Buffett parrot head concerts and New Orleans Jazz Fest.

He was profoundly fond of his family and longtime New Orleans friends. He arranged family and friend gatherings every time he would visit New Orleans. He was the glue that held the family together.

As per his wishes there will be a small family celebration of his life at a future date. For all of those who loved him, please raise a glass in his honor at a beautiful sunset, live music event, or a great day of sailing.

We would like to thank Magnolia Hospice, especially Rachel and Rosemary, his very close friend Priscilla Duffy, and the unwavering commitment throughout his last days to Lynette Marie Poyser, Jerry Pons and Ann Marie.