OCTOBER 23, 1932 – SEPTEMBER 11, 2011
ANDERSON, SC – Vernon Edward Pollard, age 78, husband of Linda McCoy Pollard, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2011.
Born in Anderson, SC, on October 23, 1932, he was a son of the late E.A. Pollard and Louise Broome Ely. Mr. Pollard was a proud combat US Army veteran having served in seventh infantry division, 31st company K, during the Korean Conflict. He took great pride in assisting his fellow veterans through the years.
Survivors include his wife, Linda McCoy Pollard, of the home; son, James E. Pollard and wife, Meka Rumsey Pollard, of Anderson, SC; grandchildren: Chance Pollard and Charlee Pollard; stepsister, Betty Fenoff of Anderson, SC; three sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive. He was the last surviving member of his immediate family. Mr. Pollard was predeceased by his brother, Zeb Pollard; his sister, Rometta Pollard; and his stepfather, Albert G. Ely.
A Graveside Service will be held at 3pm on Sunday, September 18, 2011, at New Silver Brook Cemetery conducted by the Reverend Joe Porche. The family will receive friends immediately following the service.
The family is at the home.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be sent to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.
A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com