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Kelly Ponder Obituary
Visitation is from 1-2:15 p.m., Sunday, at Usrey Brown-Service Funeral Home in Talladega.
Mrs. Kelly died Friday, Jan. 23, 2009, in Talladega.
She is survived by her husband, Brian Ponder of Talladega; daughter, Alexis Brianna Ponder of Talladega; son, Joseph Tyler Ponder of Talladega; mother, Mary Beth Upchurch of Talladega; father, Bill Thompson of Lincoln; sister, Megan Leigh Thompson of Talladega; half-brother, Mark Thompson of Texas; father and mother-in-law, Phillip and Teresa Ponder of Talladega; sisters-in-law, Kristie and Heather Ponder of Talladega; nieces and nephew, Kacie, Ava and Kaden Parker; cousin, Fran Wiginton of Talladega.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Frances and Joe Upchurch; and her uncle, Joe Upchurch, Jr.
Pallbearers are Kenny Gaither, Charles Ponder, Jon Paul Ponder, Dan Wiginton, Russell Cheatwood, David Mizzell, Eric Wiginton, Joe Hare and Keith Little.
Honorary pallbearers are Janie Hale, Keli Brewer, Angie Townsend and Shannon Thomas.
Contributions can be made to the American Heart Association in Mrs. Ponder's memory.
Usrey Brown-Service Funeral Home will direct the service.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kelly Ponder
Richard Couch
January 30, 2009
The world is a bit colder and darker without Kelly's bright smile and warm laughter in it. But, heaven is now a fuller place because of her. Her gentle and meek spirit, her soft voice, her kindness and patience will forever live with those of us who knew her. She is certainly one of the Lord's precious doves who endured a daunting, troubled, and painful world with dignity and class; and she has overcome it.
Sharon Smith
January 27, 2009
I am so sad at the loss of Kelly. We had been exchanging email in the past few months, and I know she was struggling.
Big Wade and I are sending prayers to her father, mother, and two children, who are very precious.
Debra Griffin
January 26, 2009
May God's peace and comfort be with you and your family during this time of grief. You're in our prayers. Lisa Cason and Debra Griffin ,Dr. Bhatia office
January 26, 2009
Brian, and family we are sorry for the loss of Kelly you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sprayberry family John Jr., Diane, John Sr. Tray, Kevin, and Jennifer
Niki (Crook) Martin
January 26, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Kelly and she was always so nice to me. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
shannon and renee Humphrey
January 25, 2009
Brian and family:
We are soo sorry for your loss.. You and your precious children are in our prayers..
Jo Ellen Hannah
January 25, 2009
Mary Beth & Megan, my heart aches for your loss, please know that you are in my prayers
Carla Pettis
January 25, 2009
Mary Beth & Megan, You both know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Kelly was a precious girl and I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you peace during the days ahead.
Jamie Scroggins Culver (from CVA)
January 25, 2009
Mary Beth, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I haven't seen any of you in many, many years, but please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Strickland
January 25, 2009
Brian,
You are in our prayers. We love you,
Tom and Kelly Strickland, Kirby and Kasady Williams
Angie Lackey
January 25, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Kelly was a sweet person with so much ahead of her. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Angie Lackey, Kaleigh & Kelsey McMeans
Don Lewis
January 25, 2009
We cannot imagine the grief being suffered over the loss of Kelly. To MerryBeth and Brian our prayers, our thoughts, and deepest sympathies are with you.
Don and Debbie Lewis
Lee George
January 25, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Rick and Emilie Beasley
January 24, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of Kelly.
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