Gisella Elise Pomonis passed away peacefully in her home on May 30th, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 50 years old.
Gisella was born on September 1st, 1974, in Santa Monica, California. A fiercely devoted mother, daughter, sister, teacher, and friend, she touched countless lives with her generosity, fire, and infectious spirit.
She is survived by her beloved daughter, Mackenzi Stein; her mother, Marci Myers; her sister, Audri Deboef; her brothers, Tyler and Ryan Myers; and many cherished nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Gisella was a passionate educator who considered every student “one of her kids.” She had a contagious laugh, a fiery spirit, and a heart that gave endlessly. Whether planning student council dances, rescuing animals, or going on spontaneous road trips with her daughter, Gisella lived with passion and purpose. Her love for her students, her deep compassion for animals, and her spunky sense of humor stayed with her until the very end.
As a single mom she always went above and beyond to make her daughter feel loved and appreciated, taking trips, creating memories, and living by their special saying: “Always just you and me.”
She never gave up hope. She defied the odds. And she fought with everything she had—until the very end.
Services to Celebrate Her Life
Viewing
📅 Friday, June 20, 2025
🕓 4:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park 6747 E Broadway Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85206
Funeral Service
📅 Saturday, June 21, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 7126 E McKellips Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
For those who wish to send flowers, please have them delivered the morning of June 20th to Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park.
For those who’ve asked about helping with funeral expenses, donations can be made via Venmo to:
@Jessie-Pomonis
Her strength, love, and laughter will live on in everyone she touched.
