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Ralph Pollman Obituary

Ralph F. "Slip" Pollman Albion Ralph F. "Slip" Pollman, 91, of Albion, passed away Friday, March 27, 2009 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall. He was born November 18, 1917 in Albion to Albert, Sr. and Martha (Fick) Pollman. Ralph married Betty Smith on August 26, 1944, she preceded him in death in 1985. He was a security guard for Union Steel and McGraw Edison. Ralph worked as a heavy equipment operator for the City of Albion for 35 years. He was a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge. Ralph enjoyed hunting, fishing, card games and playing bingo. He is survived by: (2) Daughters, Kathy Pollman of New Hampshire and Denise (Ed) Trine of Albion; (3) Sons, Paul (Patricia) Pollman of Albion, Doug (Shanna) Pollman of Albion, Bryan (Molly) Pollman of Albion; and (7) grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty, a son Roger, daughter Martha, 3 brothers, Robert, George and Albert Jr., and 2 sisters, Ruth and Dorothy. Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion with the Reverend Gary Nehring officiating. Interment will follow at Albion Memory Gardens. Visitation will be Monday, March 30, 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home, with the family being present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer's Foundation or St. Paul Lutheran Church. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home. www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Mar. 29, 2009.

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Bud (Buddy) Hallahan

April 5, 2009

Bryan, and your entire family, words can never express sorrow. I am truly sorry for of the loss of your Dad, when times are rough, remember all the good and joyful time you have had. God Bless you

Linda Cahill

March 30, 2009

Kathy & Family,

I was so saddened to hear of your loss and wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you find peace in your heart and comfort in your memories.

Vicki Laubhan

March 30, 2009

Kathy and family
My most sincere and heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family. May you find Peace in God's strength and may He continue to hold all of you in the palm of his hand during these times.

Rhonda Little

March 30, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Ralph. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mr. & Mrs. Keith C. Little

Lynnette Fowler (McCullough)

March 30, 2009

Your family is in our deepest thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. May you look to God for strength and know that your father was a good man.God bless from our extended family.

Brenda Treat

March 29, 2009

My condolences to you, Paul, Trish and your families on the loss of your father. May you find strength in knowing that other care and share in your loss. Sincerely, Brenda and Layne Treat

Susan Hewitt

March 29, 2009

To the family of Ralph Pollman,
My name is Susan Hewitt and I am a nurse at Marshall Nursing and Rehabilitation Community, now and I worked there prior as the Assistant Director of Nursing when Ralph first came to us. I just found out last night that he left us and went to heaven.
I loved him, he was one of my favorites and I cried. He will be missed by many of us at the MNRC.
I wish to offer my condolences and if you need anything, do not hesitate to call me.
I was devastated as I know that you were too.

GOD Bless your family and Ralphy will be remembered by all who cared for and loved this kind, sweet man.

I love you Ralphy!!
Susan Hewitt RN,CEN

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