Joseph A.

Ponti, Sr.

Joseph A. Ponti, Sr., of Steelton passed away on November 6th, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family. Joseph was the son of Italian immigrants Frank Ponti and Josephine Magnelli. Joe was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and was married to Mary Dorcic Ponti for 67 years. Joe was born and raised in Steelton, schooled at St. Ann’s parochial school and graduated from Steelton High School in 1952. Joe worked at TRW as a machinist for 47 years. He is preceded in death by siblings Gildo Ponti, Ann Ponti Welborn, and Octavio Ponti. He is survived by his wife, Mary, his three sons, Frank (Teresa), LtCol (Ret) Mark (Jill), and Joseph, Jr. (Gail), his older sister Frances (Skee) Bradley, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Joe coached numerous CYO basketball teams and was also all three of his sons’ little league baseball coach. He was known for his long-winded sports discussions from the “good ole’ days”, his love of Notre Dame football and the Yankees, and “swimming with muskrats at the reservoir.” Also, reminiscing with friends at Cheese’s corner store. He and his brother Ockie (“Spike”) were long-standing members of the Steelton Italian Club.

The family would also like to extend their gratitude to the caring staff of The Middletown Home and Hospice of Central PA.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Prince of Peace Catholic Church at 815 S 2nd St, Steelton on Thursday, November 12th at 11:00 am Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery at 4075 Derry St, Harrisburg. Per Joe’s wishes, there will not be a viewing or visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joseph Ponti, Sr.’s name, can be sent to the charity of your choice.