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In memory of
Angelica "Shelly" Mechell Leigh Ponder
January 5, 1989 - December 23, 2025
Jan 5, 1989 - Dec 23, 2025
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It is with profound sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Ms. Angelica "Shelly" Ponder on December 23, 2025. Born on January 5, 1989, Shelly's 36 years on this earth were filled with love, laughter, and an enduring sense of spirit.
Shelly is survived by a loving family; her daughter, Kaedyn Jolly and her husband, Chris Jolly. She is also survived by her mother, Lisa Rector, her father David Ponder, her sisters, Anastacia Spencer, …
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To the family of Shelly Ponder, I want you to know how sorry I am to hear the news about Shelly. I had the privilege o…
To the family of Shelly Ponder, I want you to know how sorry I am to hear the news about Shelly. I…
To the family of Shelly Ponder, I want you to know how sorry I a…
I am greatly saddened to learn of Shelly’s passing. To read that she was an organ donor is no surprise. The obituary ga…
I am greatly saddened to learn of Shelly’s passing. To read that she was an organ donor is no surpr…
I am greatly saddened to learn of Shelly’s passing. To read that…
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What were Angelica's favorite vacation spots?
Mountains
Mountains
Mountains
What were Angelica's favorite ways to spend free time?
Reading, spending time with family and pets, watching Harry Potter
Reading, spending time with family and pets, watching Harry Potter
Reading, spending time with family and pets, watching Harry Potter
What were Angelica's favorite movies?
Harry Potter
Harry Potter
Harry Potter
What were Angelica's favorite books?
Harry Potter
Harry Potter
Harry Potter
Timeline
Born
January 5th, 1989
Passed away
December 23rd, 2025
Gastonia, NC
Survived by
Anastacia Spencer
Sister
Kaedyn Jolly
Daughter
Chris Jolly
Husband
Lisa Rector
Mother
David Ponder
Father
April Lake
Sister
Alyssa Ponder
Sister
Lisa Ponder
Aunt
Belva Crowe
Mother-in-law
MiKayla Lutz
Niece
Richard Travis
Brother-in-law
Wesley Phillips
Brother
Predeceased by
Lars Ponder
Brother
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Lasting impact
Angelica donated organs
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