Mary Lou Elizabeth Pollard

1935 - 2022

Mary Lou Elizabeth Pollard obituary, 1935-2022, Bakersfield, CA

Mary Lou Elizabeth Pollard

1935 - 2022

BORN

1935

DIED

2022

Mary Pollard Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 9, 2022.
MARY LOU ELIZABETH POLLARD

June 14, 1935 September 26, 2022

Mary Lou Pollard was born on June 14, 1935, and passed away peacefully on September 26, 2022, at the age of 87.

She was born in Hanford, CA to Louis and Mayme Ragsdale. Raised in Wasco, CA she attended local schools and graduated, at 16, from Wasco High School where she was a song leader and homecoming queen. It was there that she met Harvel Pollard. They were married on February 14, 1954.

Mary Lou is survived by her loving husband of more than 68 years, Harvel; daughter Laurie Guevara (Tom); son Mark Pollard (Cindy); and son Brad Pollard; grandsons Todd Guevara (Kristin); Spencer, Chad, Arthur and Walter Pollard; great-grandchildren Madison Guevara Romero; Jason, Taylor and Morgan Guevara and Mars Pollard; and great, great-grandchildren Jason and Payten Romero. She was preceded in passing by her parents and a grandson, Jason Guevara, Tom and Laurie's son.

The family would like to thank Dr. William F. Baker and staff; Dr. Ravi Patel and staff at CBCC; and the care team at Windsor Subacute Care Facility.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Randy Ariey

October 14, 2022

Coach Pollard, Mark, and Cindy
I never knew Mary Lou personally but I wish I had. She was a great "down to earth" woman who was devoted to Coach Pollard and all of her family. You know you will see her again. Feel the joy!!!

Kami Gonzalez

October 11, 2022

My deepest condolences to my dear friend Mark and his beautiful wife Cindy and family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mary Lou but she raised an extraordinary Son whom I'm very blessed to call my friend. I'm so sorry Mark & Cindy for your loss, sending prayers and love your way.

Cathee and Ted Romley

October 11, 2022

Dear Mark, Cindy and family:
Ted and I were very sorry to hear of Mary Lou´s passing. It is clear that she was a special woman who raised an exceptional family. We are sending warm thoughts and much love your way. Ted and Cathee.

Connie Belluomini

October 10, 2022

Dear Laurie and Tom, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rena Raines

October 10, 2022

My deepest condolences to my friend Mark and the family. I didn't know Mary Lou but I do know she was a good mother who raised an exceptional family. Sorry Mark for you great loss
Your Friend Rena Raines

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