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David Pollard Obituary
Gilmanton, NH - David J. Pollard, of French Road Gilmanton, New Hampshire, passed away suddenly 2 days before his 81st birthday at Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
He was born in Oakland, CA son of the late John and Beatrice (Whittier) Pollard. He was a graduate of Goffstown High School, after high school he joined the US Navy as a corpsman. Dave started working at Waters Funeral Home in Concord and went on to pursue his degree in Mortuary Science graduating from New England Institute of Anatomy in 1976. He continued working at Waters Funeral Home, before buying the Perkins and Pollard Funeral Home in Pittsfield, which he ran for many years before closing the funeral home in 2015. David returned to the Waters Funeral Home where he continued to work part time. He served as past president of the NH Funeral Directors Association.
Dave dedicated much of his life to serving others and was an active member of the Rotary Club and the American Legion. He embodied the values of service, leadership, and fellowship, volunteering countless hours to his community.
He was passionate about riding and showing horses all over the country, playing golf, singing and playing the acoustic guitar, and acting and singing as part of the Pittsfield Players theatre organization. He will be remembered for his kind heart and warm smile.
He is survived by his wife, Madeline (Falagario) Pollard of Gilmanton; his daughter, Leah Pollard of Manchester; his son, Ian Pollard and his wife Melissa of North Sutton; 6 grandchildren Dennis Beaudoin, Josie and Jason Genest, and Johnathan, Jackson and Jemma Pollard; his stepsons, Mark, Chris, Craig, and Jay Hubbard and his sister Pamela Pollard of Holiday, Florida.
In addition to his parents Dave was predeceased by his daughter, Jessica Genest who passed away in 2005.
Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, December 12th from 5 to 7 PM at the Waters Funeral Home, 50 South Main Street, Concord.
A private Graveside service will be held at the NH Veterans Cemetery, where Military Honors will be provided.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Live and Let Live Farm's Rescue and Sanctuary 20 Paradice Lane, Chichester, NH 03258
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Pollard
Donna Webber
January 5, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David C. Collins
December 14, 2024
My condolences to Leah and family. It´s not easy losing a parent but think of the good times in life. May he Rest In Peace.
Laurie Robinson
December 11, 2024
So sorry to hear the sad news about Dave's passing. I knew him back when he was the Executive Director of the NHFDA and I was new to this same role in my own State in Rhode Island. He was always so kind, helpful and very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. Sending deepest condolences and prayers.
GEF Freese
December 11, 2024
Dave
I will always cherish the memories of our Sunday Morning´s playing rousing rounds of basketball at Pittsfield High School.
My condolences to your wife and family.
Debbie Anslow Nelson
December 10, 2024
David lived around the corner from me in Goffstown and was one of the 3 most popular guys in the Class of '61 when I was growing up. I had no idea of his accomplishments in his adult life, as I lost touch after high school. My condolences to his wife and family and to his sister Pam.
Elaine Cannon
December 10, 2024
So sorry to hear about David. My condolences to the entire Pollard family.
Patricia Nyhan Cotton
December 10, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Knowing Dave for us goes way back to when he worked at Water´s. He will be missed by many.
Thoughts and prayers to all his family,
Libby (Donovan) Kun
December 9, 2024
Dear Maddie, Ian, Leah, and family,
I'll always remember Dave's warmth and kindness - he had a twinkle in his eye and a little chuckle that came along with his smile. He loved our horses, his friends and family, and our town of Pittsfield. Rest in peace, Dave. Everyone will miss you.
The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home
December 10, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.
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