Joan Patricia Ponder Obituary
We bid farewell to Joan Patricia Ponder of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 17, 2025 at the age of 96. Joan touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Patricia Ponder to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Carey and Viola Mitchell Carey Sr.. She is survived by: her children, Michael Ponder (Cheryl) of Benton, Gloria Austin (Gary) of Independence, Beverly Lewis (Duane) of Lake St and Paul Ponder of Cape Girardeau; her grandchildren, Liz Ponder, Kyle Austin, Kurt Austin, Corey Lewis and Cary Juez Perez; her brother Arthur Carey Jr. (Katey); her nephew George Carey; her niece Theresa Weibrecht; and her daughter-in-law Jean Ponder. She is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren.
In Joan's memory, memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice of church or charity.
