Garrett Louis Ponzio

Garrett Louis Ponzio 26, of Bryan, TX, departed this world and was called home to be with Jesus on January 17, 2025.

Garrett was born to Randy and Kim Ponzio in Bryan, Texas. As a little boy, Garrett always seemed so much older than he was. We used to say he had an old soul. Garrett was a loving little boy with so much imagination. He loved taking things apart and rebuilding them and still did as an adult. He loved all things outdoors and some of his favorite times were going fishing on the Brazos River with his dad and brother. They started going when they were just in diapers and to this day, he still loved it. He would take Shelby and Ava out to the Brazos, and they would swim and fish and then hunt at night. Garrett also grew up loving to hunt. Over the years Garrett would train dogs to hunt hogs. One of his favorite dogs and friend was “Wrangler”. He loved that dog and took him everywhere. And then he had “Lady Bug” which was a family favorite of his, Shelby, and Ava. Garrett loved just being outdoors. If you caught him on the couch watching TV, he had to be sick. 

Garrett was full of life. He loved his family and most importantly he loved and adored his baby girl, Ava. She was the light of his life. They were two peas in a pod and when the two of them were in a room together, no one else existed. Garrett had someone special in his life that he loved dearly and that was Ava’s momma, Shelby. We are all so thankful for Shelby and the unconditional love she had for him. 

Garrett is preceded in death by his Paw Paw Ponzio, Maw Maw Ponzio, uncle Chad Ponzio, cousin Tommy Nickell, and Grandpa Eddie Whitley.

Garrett leaves behind his parents Randy and Kim Ponzio, daughter Ava Ponzio, brother Ty Ponzio, sister Whitley Ponzio, best friend Shelby Mullinnix, nana Rita Whitley, uncles and aunts, Rickey Ponzio, Mac and Regina McDonald, Denise Ponzio, Johnny and Connie Nickell, cousins Lane and Whitnee Ponzio, Paige Ponzio and Bryer Wadhams, Parker Wadhams, Katelyn and Troy Keaton, Trace Keaton, Luke Keaton, Mallory McDonald, Nicole Ponzio, Sam and Brooke Hays, Harry Hays, Macy Ponzio, Michael and Jenne Hasenmayer, Oliver Hasenmayer, Johnny and Victoria Nickell, and Jordy Nickell. 

The family wants to extend their thanks and appreciation to all the family and friends who have brought food, prayed, came to visit, called, texted, and loved them through this. They love each and every one of you. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider donating to a college fund set up for his daughter, Ava. Donations can be made out to First Bank of Bedias (PO Box 168, Kurten, TX 77862) or can be dropped off at either location.

Garrett’s sister said it best, “Now you are flawless and perfect resting at home”. Fly High G.

A memorial service is scheduled for Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 3 pm at the Kurten Community Center, 13055 E State Hwy 21, Kurten, TX 77862.