Guillermo Pons

Click Here to View and Download the Memorial for Guillermo Guillermo Pons was born in Havana, Cuba where he spent his early childhood until fleeing with his parents to the United States from the Castro regime. He and his parents were later joined by his maternal grandparents and uncle in Chicago, Illinois. In Chicago, he graduated from Loyola University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology. A year later he married Catherine Fenili and proceeded to attend medical school at the Chicago Medical School. Following graduation he completed Internship and Residency training at the University of Miami/Jackson Medical Center and a Fellowship in Endocrinology at the University of Chicago. Following his training, he proceeded to practice medicine for over 35 years. During his years of medical practice he also pursued his passion for history, reading a copious number of books, and visiting as many historical sites as possible in both the U.S. and abroad. He also loved to experience countless activities from sailing, camping, golfing, scuba diving, skiing, to ice fishing, curling, tennis, kayaking, and traveling. But his greatest joy was his three children and their innumerable activities and achievements which he never missed. His devotion to his family was unlimited. Guillermo was preceded in death by his father Guillermo Pons, Sr., and his mother Mercedes Munoz, and his beloved grandparents Ramon and Concepcion Munoz. Guillermo is survived by his sons William Pons and his wife Kristina Hon, Christopher Pons, and his daughter Rebecca Pons and her wife Luz Toro. He is also survived by his half-brother Frank Pons. Lastly, he is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Catherine. Guillermo's passing has left a deep void in his family's heart and that of his colleagues and dear friends.