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Vivian K Pollock
Ankeny, Iowa
Vivian K. Pollock, 85, passed away Saturday, May 23, 2014 at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny surrounded by her family.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at Ankeny United Church of Christ 602 SE Delaware Ave., with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be held at Iowa River Church of the Brethren Cemetery in Marshalltown.
Vivian Katherine Youker was born August 30, 1929 in Marshalltown, Iowa to Elroy and Ruby (Rank) Youker. She grew up and received her education in Marshalltown graduating with the class of 1947. Following graduation, Vivian met Norman Pollock when he visited from Iowa State with her brother. Vivian accepted a date offer from Norman and they have been together ever since.
On June 25, 1949, Vivian was united in marriage to Norman D. Pollock. The couple made a home in both Waterloo and Ankeny while being blessed with three children, Marcia, Mark and Matt. Vivian became a homemaker and raised her children with Norm, taking many summer vacations and always making her family a priority.
Vivian was an avid Bridge player and also became an instructor. She was an accomplished painter and enjoyed crossword puzzles, traveling, and was also known to rearrange furniture in her home daily always searching for the perfect arrangement. Vivian loved telling and listening to good stories and made her home filled with people, laughter, and pets. Most of all, Vivian treasured spending time with Norm, her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who all held a special place in her heart.
Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Norman of Ankeny; children, Marcia (Stephen) Baker of Crystal Lake, IL, Mark (Diane) Pollock of Avon, OH, and Matt (Vicki) Pollock of Casper, WY; grandchildren, Heather Bechtel, Allison Baker, Julie Baker, Christopher (Beth) Pollock, Seth (Jamie Lynn) Pollock, and Sierra (Joshua) Swanson; 11 great-grandchildren, and one brother, David Youker of Dixon, IL. She is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Dale Youker, Robert Youker, and Joyce Doty.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences and memories of Vivian may be shared with her family at www.ankenyfuneralhome.com.
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N,So sorry for your loss ! Deepest sympathy to your family! Linda Ballard from the ankeny dental center(John Weigel's assistant)
May 28, 2015
Norm and family - I was so sorry to hear of Vivian's passing. We so enjoyed having her help us as a volunteer at Living History Farms. We're thinking about you.
Jan Milroy, Manager of Volunteer Services
Living History Farms
Jan Milroy
May 28, 2015
Sorry for your lost...I remember the summer your mom taught Sandi and me how to sew a wrap around skirt to wear when school started. She could answer all the questions on the TV game show. Also remember Norm and Mark making a soap box car in the garage and we all went over on Ansborough Ave to watch Mark race...it was a fun day.
Rita Caldwell/ Garretson
May 26, 2015
So sorry for your loss. So many memories of growing up next door to all of you in Waterloo. Brownie group in your kitchen and playing the piano in the basement. Makes me smile at the memories. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Sandi Johnson Todd
May 26, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss and know that she will live on through all of you. What an amazing life and family she created! With sympathy.
Cheri Moore
May 26, 2015
Norm and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many fun memories of Vivian and your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheri Smith DeYoung
May 26, 2015
To the entire extended Pollock family...our thoughts and prayers are with you at this challenging time. We take comfort with you that God has charge of the details; we know not what the future holds but we do know Who holds the future. God bless you.
Reid & Terri Firestone
May 26, 2015
I have many special memories of Vivian and the hours that I spent in my teen years at the Pollock household. She had such a great attitude about life and a deep faith in God. She helped me get through those tough years with her wit and encouragement. My heart is so sad for your loss; but, the good news is we will see her again in heaven! We will be praying for you in the coming days as you grieve. I am so sorry we missed the funeral. I just got the message today. Love to you all .. Jan Karsak
Jan Karsak
May 26, 2015
Dear Norm, I was so sorry to hear of Vivian's passing. I'll always remember when she used to come swimming with you. She was always such a delight to talk to. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope to see you again soon.
Sincerely,
Paul Berg
Lifeguard, Ankeny YMCA
Paul Berg
May 25, 2015
Norm, Marcia, Mark and Matt,
Our condolences go out to you and other members of Vivian's extended family. We have so many memories of Vivian and the fun times together as neighbors and bridge partners. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Don and Barbara Sorlie (West Bend, WI)
May 25, 2015
Norman, Marcia, Mark, Matt
So sorry for your loss, Just know that she is in a better place now, and that bright star is shining down on each one of you! My deepest Sympathies are with you all. Love Patty, bill, Rita, & Keith Urmie
Patty Urmie
May 25, 2015
What a beautiful lady, I can just hear her laughing in Heaven. May God Be With you at her loss.
Larry & Sharon Somers, Green Mountain, Iowa
May 25, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time!
Kathy Gehrke
May 24, 2015
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