Photo courtesy of Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans
Houma, Louisiana
Apr 30, 1951 – May 29, 2024
Doris Marie Pollard
Doris Marie Pollard, age 73 was born on April 30, 1951, in New Orleans, LA departed this earthly home on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Doris was the loving mother of Kimlery Pollard. Devoted sister of Melvin Day, Jr. (Wanda) and Shelia Coleman. Beloved sister-in-law of Lester Pollard, Terry Williams and Rosalind Brooks. Special Friend, Edgar Self. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth Pollard; parents Melvin Day and Patricia Day; son Glenn Day; brother Michael Day; and her companion Glenn Williams. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, officers and members of Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church #2 and all neighboring churches, employees and members of Touro Hospital, New Orleans Veterans Hospital, Milan Senior Citizens Group, Broadmoor Community and the Uptown Dialysis Clinic are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, June 8, 2024 at Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church #2, 2200 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home Inc., In Charge (504) 522-2525.
Read MoreIn loving memory of a wonderful woman, who I truly love and miss. My prayers are forever with you Sis. Kim and the entire family. Her love will forever be embedded in our hearts. May God's strength and peace contiune to rule your hearts. My sincere condolences and wishing our Queen a very Blessed Heavenly Birthday. Love you always.
Rollet Rhodes
April 24, 2025 | Convent, LA | Friend
my name is kim i work with at uptown nephrology with Drs reginelli, cruz, fox and shuja. Ms pollard was a person with a wonderful spirit and a great sense of humor. i looked forward to seeing her because i know she would give me a good laugh. she was beautiful on the inside and outside. i can truly say i love her and will miss her. however GOD was ready for her to come home because he needed that beautiful spirit to be with him. Test on Ms Pollard until we met again.
kim howard
June 12, 2024 | Work
I miss you so much Mama. You were my everything. I'm trying to find ways to cope. I love you and miss you so much. Love you Mama. Your daughter Kim
Kimlery Pollard
June 12, 2024 | Family
Clark & Phyliss Polk
June 10, 2024 | Friend
Remembered By
Malcolm Putman
June 08, 2024 | New Orleans, LA
I met Doris four years ago when I began dialysis and for some reason I began calling her Marie with a bad French accent and lots of laughter. Then one day I heard someone call her Doris and I apologized to her for calling her Marie, she just laughed and said she liked me calling her that and it was her middle name. I also had a little relationship with Marie outside of dialysis at the voting precinct at McMain HS and there she was still her fun friendly self to all. I can honestly say she...
Patricia Peebles
June 08, 2024 | New Orleans, LA | Friend
In times like these, there are no words that can ease the pain you are feeling. I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you allow God to heal you. 1 Peter 5'7 says to Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you. I am a living witness that God is a promise keeper. My dear Kim and family, we are here with you and for you in your time of need. Your mother was the Joy that brighten the hearts of everyone who met her. I am forever grateful for time we shared...
Rollet Rhodes
June 07, 2024 | Friend
On the behalf of the Cobb family may God continue to comfort you in this time of need
with deepest sympathy from the Cobb family.Our prayers are with you and your family God bless you.
Lolita Cobb
June 07, 2024 | New Orleans, LA | Friend
Extending our heartfelt condolences to our Family and Friends of Mrs. Doris Marie Pollard. Doris was a loving, caring, and affectionate individual. She has left an indelible imprint in our memories. It is our prayer that you find comfort in knowing that our lives were enriched by having shared our life and Christian journey through and with her. Our Prayers and thoughts are with each of you. We thank God for placing Doris in our Family and allowing her to be a part of our lives. Your...
Ginger F. Smith & Family
June 06, 2024 | Family
