John Langston Pollard

JP was an important person in my life when I attended MSU and became a member of Omega Psi Phi. I truly regret that, due to illness, I was not able to attend Sigma Chapter's 50th anniversary celebration when I would have had the opportunity to renew my acquaintance with him. Everyone loved JP and so did I. Friendship is Essential to the Soul!

I will never forget JP. He was someone that I admired and looked up to. He taught me many things. Our fraternal bond is one that I will always cherish because, as we believe, friendship is essential to the soul.

Cartis & Cy we have you in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. John was a very unique person, one of a kind who touched so many with his wisdom and sense of humor, he will be greatly missed. We are always here for you. Love, Ben, Sharon, Alissa, Tyler and Hallie Lycos

JP was my friend, and one of the smartest, wisest and most compassionate people that I have ever known. Couple that with his uncanny and unfettered knack for supporting the "Political Underdog" and you've got our "JP". My Brother, you are loved, well respected and will be sorely missed. To Cardis and Cayenne, from the Dickson Family (Me, Linda, Nya and Roy Jr.), our condolences; and we join you with, and in, your love for JP.

JP will be remembered for his wit, intellect, sense of humor, and passionate dedication to family and friends. We will miss you, my brother.

Brother Pollard was someone that I looked up to once I became a member of Omega Psi Phi. He was very cerebral and always willing to help you if you requested his assistance. I am saddened by the fact that I was not able to attend Sigma Chapter's 50th anniversary because I had not seen JP since the mid 70's. I will miss him but know that he is now at peace and in a better place.

Cartis and Cy it has been a week since I talked with you and I am still trying to work my way through the news. I have lost a Brother and a friend that goes back to our freshman year at MSU. Langston set the path for a lot of us and we must continue to move the family forward. Be Blessed in this time of loss knowing that the Missions of JP will be addressed by all he touched. God has Blessed us all in sharing him with us. Be strong and encouraged as we have an Angel watching over...

Anita and I are a saddened by your loss. John was a great co-hort at city council meetings, giving sound advice and helping us see what was real and what was false. We can all do better now because of his passionate leadership.

Please accept our sincere condolences.

John you will be missed and always loved.