Jessica Dawn Ponce-Parsons

July 6, 1983 - November 8, 2024

Jessica Dawn Ponce-Parsons, 41, of Bismarck North Dakota passed away on November 8th, 2024.

She was born July 6th 1983 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Darl Ann Hoecherl and Lawrence Jothathon Ponce.

Jessica graduated from Hunter High School in 2001. During high school she enjoyed learning about travel and tourism. She was also part of the ROTC at Taylorsville High. After high school she enjoyed working in the hospitality industry. Jessica married Ben Parsons in 2009, later divorced. She moved to Dickinson, North Dakota in 2013 to work in the oil industry. After the oil boom fizzled out she worked at a gym before moving to Bismarck, North Dakota where she worked as a caregiver at HIT Inc. Jessica loved her work at HIT Inc, especially when she was able to volunteer with the Special Olympics.

Jessica loved to travel, seeing many places across North America and some overseas including France, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg and Greece. Jessica was a fierce friend who would always cheer on those she loved. Her family adoringly called her “Jessie Bug.” She loved babies and dogs. Her laugh and smile could light up a room, her presence was felt by all around her.

Survived by mother, Darl Sorenson, step-father Thomas Sorenson, step-father Kent Burke; siblings Sarah Ponce, Kelsey Sorenson(Kiefer Burke), Forrest Sorenson; step-sister Bailey Burke; nephew Finn Woodley.

Preceded in death by her Grandparents, father Lawrence Ponce, aunt Jana Hoecherl, uncle Jeffry Hoecherl, cousin Benjamin Hoecherl and friend Eric Gernand.

A celebration of life will be held at Starks Funeral Parlor on Saturday, November 30th from 6-8PM. Guests are encouraged to use parking and entrance located on the north side of the building.

Interment will be at a later date.

In Loving Memory

She was a very good friend and I never met anyone so passionate for her work, friends, and friendships as Jessi was 💚💚💚

Max Sanford

Washburn, ND

Darl, May your daughter rest in peace and your family find comfort in loving memories of her. I am so sorry for your loss.

Jeanine Couser

Taylorsville, UT

Dark and Kent and family, The passing of a child is something no one wants to have happen. I don't know the pain. Hopefully never will. May you have some peace in the love of your family. Know you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Kimberlee Muir

Taylorsville, Utah

You will be deeply missed, Jessica. You were such a wonderful cousin—a kind and genuinely cool person. I’ll always cherish the memories of playing with you and the other kids at Grandma and Grandpa’s house in Nevada City. Sending big hugs and lots of love to you and all your family and friends.

Bryan Casey

Chico, California

My dear friend Darl. I was so shocked and saddened to hear about the loss of your beautiful daughter. I don't know any words of comfort that may console you however maybe my love and friendship will help in a little way. I can't be there for the service because I am put of town but I will offer my own prayer. God Bless you friend. Love, Kate

Kate Palmer

Taylorsville, UT

rest easy my love❤️

Ashlynn Franklund-Sanford

Bismarck, ND

Jessi Bug,🐞 There is a hole that cannot ever be filled. Love you endlessly!

Shireene Myers

Flagstaff, Arizona

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