Sheila Gail Ponder, 54, of Etowah passed away peacefully at the Elizabeth House on Friday, April 7, 2023 surrounded by her family. She was born on March 13, 1969 in Henderson County to the late Herman Ponder and surviving mother, Ann Ponder.
In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her son, Matthew Gosnell and niece, Jacqualine Ponder.
Sheila’s greatest pride was her children. Her greatest joy in life was to watch them experience life, succeed and grow to do great things.
She is survived by her daughter, Megan Gosnell; son, Joshua Johnson; brothers, Harlen and Gary Ponder; along with Jason, Lee, Brandon, Montana, Brayden and Madison.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Shelia’s honor may be made to Forest Lawn Funeral Home.
A funeral service will be held at Forest Lawn Chapel at 2:00 PM on Friday, April 14, 2023. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place in the cemetery at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Sorry for your loss. Have known Gail and family a long time ,didn’t know she had passed. Got to know Megan at Victory Tabernacle when she attended with her Great Grandmother. Sending Love and Prayers from us and the Church
Megan and Joshua, I did not get to know the two of you very well but I want you to know I loved your mother dearly. She helped me out so much the last two years even though she was going through her on Hell. I will miss her very much. But we will see her again along with Jacquaie when Jesus comes to take us to heaven. Love you guys.
I met Gail after meeting her son, Joshua, at Bible School when he was 7. Gail was so thoughtful and kind to let me and my husband Bob, become part of their lives!! As a single mom for a lot of years, I understood the path she traveled!! Megan and Joshua was her joy and what a loving mother’s heart she had!!! She taught Joshua about Jesus ..Oh, so many things plus memories to hold onto!! If it’s possible to be happy for Gail today, I’m happy she’s with Jesus and He’s taken away all her pain and suffering. I’m so thankful God let us know each other on this life’s path. Love & peace.
She was the hardest working human I’ve ever had the pleasure of knowing. She loved Quilts/ Quilting, Antique everything, Cast iron, but mostly; Her kids and family! Adventurous, Independent and fun loving , She was “one of a kind” and will forever be missed. No more pain and suffering…She’s in the arms of Jesus now. “To be absent in body, is to be present with the Lord”. I love you “Cuzin Gail”❤🦋
an amazing woman very bright and bubbly
Gail was such a sweet woman. We worked together and I’ve never loved a CNA like I did Gail. She will be missed by so many. We shall me again in heaven.
I remember Gail from Flat Rock. She was smart, beautiful, & kind. She will be sorely missed. I will keep her and her family in my prayers.
Gail will be sorely missed by all. She was a fighter beyond belief. The love of life and her children was without compare. May God bless all of us that she left behind, and know that one day, we will be reunited with her in heaven. No more pain, no more suffering. I love you Gail.
I loved that woman. She will be so missed.