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Louise Pollard Obituary

Louise Early Pollard MATTHEWS - Louise Early Pollard died on Saturday September 13, 2014, Louise Early Pollard departed this life, surrounded by the love of her three daughters, at Plantation Estates in Matthews, NC. With the exception of the last 10 years, she was a life long resident of Galax, VA, the place she loved more than any place on earth. She was born in Pulaski, Virginia on October 26, 1920 and was a 1937 graduate of Galax High School and a 1941 graduate of Salem College, Winston-Salem, N.C. She was a gracious lady and had a life long devotion to her family, community and church. She was a deacon and elder in the Galax Presbyterian Church. Mrs. Pollard was the daughter of the late George Belo Early and Sarah Allison Early. Her husband, Timothy Brooks Pollard, preceded her in death as did her son-in-law, Robert D. Buechner. She is survived by three daughters, Marguerite Allison Pollard Bertrand (Robert), Mary Macky Pollard Leventhal (Barry) and Thelma Elizabeth (Beth) Pollard Buechner; six grandchildren, Kent Bertrand (Blanca), Stephen Bertrand (Julia), Rebecca Leventhal Dumond (Phillip), Katherine Leventhal Hess (Thomas), David Leventhal (Missy), Timothy Leventhal (Paula) and 20 great-grandchildren. The family would like to give special thanks to Carol Anderson and Vivian Anderson for the love and friendship they shared with mother. A celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, September 19, 2014, 11:00 AM, Galax Presbyterian Church. Interment will follow in Felts Cemetery, Glendale Road, Galax, VA. The family will receive family and friends Thursday, September 18, 2014, from 4 to 5 at Vaughan Guynn Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday, September 20, at Plantation Estates, Matthews, NC. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Galax Presbyterian Church, 200 Center Street, Galax, VA 24333 or Salem College, Office of Institutional Advancement, Salem College, 601 S. Church Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101 in memory of Louise E. Pollard, Class of 1941. A guestbook is available online at www.vaughanguynn.com. Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home, Galax, Virginia is serving the Pollard family.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Sep. 17, 2014.
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YOUR MOM WAS ONE OF MY MOMS BEST FRIENDS KATY KEYS. I JUST LEARNED OF HER DEATH FROM A LADY AT A BOOK SIGNING IN RICHMOND JOHN BASSETT. I DO NOT KNOW ANY OF YOUR ADDRESSES PLEASE SEND BY EMAIL

KAY ALLISON

May 2, 2015

Beth I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beth Perry Granger

Beth Granger

September 29, 2014

Beth,
My condolences on the loss of your mother. My mom, Margery McMullen Moran, Salem Class of 1942, remembered your mother as so much fun during their college years!

Chris Moran Snyder

September 28, 2014

She always smiled when I sang off-key at the Presbyterian Church! My only supporter, at times.

Jefferson (Jeff) Martin

September 26, 2014

I was saddened to hear of Louise's passing. In her obituary she was described as "gracious". It was the perfect word for her. When I retired, returned to Galax, and built my house on Little River, she wanted to come out and visit. It reminded her of old camping days and spending time at the Hampton Lodge. When she left she said she wanted to return for a canoe ride. So Louise! She really knew how to enjoy life. She will be missed.

Patricia (Tish) Kyle

September 18, 2014

We are very sorry to hear of Louise's passing. She was a dear friend of my mother, and we got to know Louise on our visits to Plantation Estates. She was a wonderful person and a very gracious lady.

Alden & Linda Segrest

September 17, 2014

Allison, Mary and Beth,
I was so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. She was a very special lady in my life as well as her mom and Ms. Janie Waugh. Three of the finest ladies that ever graced the city of Galax! I loved it when she was my neighbor when she lived in the apartment on McArthur Street. We enjoyed many visits along with rum cake. I know each of the family will miss her but just remember you have precious memories to enjoy. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Scarlet (Scottie) Rucker

September 16, 2014

Rest in peace and comfort, Aunt Louise.

Beth, Mary and Allison: Your mom was always such a strong and proud lady, and getting to visit with her was always a highlight of my childhood visits to Galax. Thoughts are with you all and your families; know that your mom is now at rest with the Lord.

Richard Beamer & Family

September 16, 2014

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