Joy Caldwell Ponds Obituary

Joy Caldwell Ponds of Columbus, Mississippi passed away on August 6, 2026. Joy, born on March 13, 1939, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edgar Ozell Pickle and Grace Faulkner Pickle; and her sister June Fears. She is survived by: her sister Pat Cowart of Longview, TX; her sons, Mark Caldwell (Samantha) of Starkville, MS and Matt Caldwell (Melissa) of Starkville, MS; her grandchildren, Jace Caldwell (Sarah) of Starkville, MS, Cade Caldwell (Loriann) of Saraland, AL and Charlsi Caldwell of Starkville, MS; her great grandchildren, Crew Caldwell and Cara Grace Caldwell; and her friends, Carol Meriwether of Lakeland, FL and Nena Gorrell of Huntsville, AL.. She is also survived by numerous extended family members and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family would request memorial donations to the Trinity Place Sunday Fund to help residents in need.