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John Turner
January 22, 2021
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!
John Turner
February 3, 2020
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.
February 12, 2013
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
Roy Dickson, Sr. and Family
February 9, 2013
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.
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Charles & Andrena Dancer & Family
February 6, 2013
JP will be remembered for his wit, intellect, sense of humor, and passionate dedication to family and friends. We will miss you, my brother.
John T. Turner
John Turner
February 5, 2013
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.
February 3, 2013
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 us.
Robert and Alma Jones
Claude & Anita Beaveres
February 2, 2013
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 Husby
February 1, 2013
John you will be missed and always loved.
Linda F
February 1, 2013
John Pollard will be very well missed! I've learned so much about him and what he stands for from watching him on City Council! He was a very smart man and always fought for our community and had everything down to the tee. He knew what he was talking about! He was mainly the reason why I watched City Council. He gave me insight on how to vote and what and who to vote for. City Council will not be the same without him. GOD bless him and his family and may he rest in peace!
Leslie
January 31, 2013
Car & Cy,
I am so sorry to hear about John. I know how much he means to you both. I always respected how he stood up for his community. I wish you both well in this difficult time.
~Leslie
Ken Orlich
January 31, 2013
Never met you in person but thanks for keeping them accountable. I wish more would do the same. Your fire will be missed and is needed more than ever on every level of government.
Becki Armstrong
January 31, 2013
Cartis so many memories - from YDC to Lamaze classes - to your fabulous Christmas cookies - we go way back - JP will be missed so much for many reasons - but when I think of him I will smile - may God bless you and Cayenne
Cleveland Henry
January 30, 2013
My life was made richer by having the honor of knowing and working with John Pollard, he was my brother. The positive influences he had on the young and old of the Lansing Community will live on. Rest in peace my friend. My condolences to the Pollard family, we have lost a great man.
Melvin Farmer, Jr
January 30, 2013
To the family of our dearly departed Brother, the Brothers of SIGMA UPSILON CHAPTER, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., convey our sincere condolences regarding the recent loss of your beloved one. Bro. Pollard was a shining example of the Fraternity's cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholaship, Pereserverence, and Uplift. He weas a champion in fighting for the rights of common people. His eloquent verbalization of his views will be sorely missed.
A true Warrior and friend..
Richard Clement
January 30, 2013
JP was my MAIN man! I was saddened to learn about his passing because I was on the phone talking to him. He supported Medical Marijuana when others feared to tread. We helped numerous young black males to turn their lives around and pont them in the right direction. Your influence on the young was enormous and you will be missed by me a lot. I am glad u called me back before you made your transition.. Your warrior sprit will live on and I will do my best to see that it happens. Rest in Peace, job done well!
January 30, 2013
Cartis,
My family and I are keeping you in our hearts and prayers. John was an amazing individual and will be greatly missed.
Love Cindy and Terry
Mr.and Mrs. William Lee
January 30, 2013
Proverbs 18:4,
The words of a man's mouth are as deep waters, and the wellspring of wisdom as a flowing brook.
We will remember you dear friend...from... TV...observers..
The Lee, Family
Joe Sanger
January 30, 2013
I never had the honor of meeting John Pollard but I always admired the work that he did and the news reports of his activities.
I remember that he had once calculated that taxpayers could save $l million a year just in gasoline costs if the CATA buses waited 20 minutes at each end of their routes. The CATA Director replied that they couldn't do that because they had to pay the drivers whether they were driving or not--totally oblivious to the fact that by waiting, they would not only need fewer drivers, but also fewer buses saving millions more in capital costs and payroll.
Whenever we see a CATA bus I think of John and ask my wife to check to see if the bus has more passengers or drivers.
How much better off we all would be if men like John Pollard could be found to serve in public office.
How blessed are all of those who knew him, worked with him, or who learned from him.
May God forever bless and cherish his good and faithful servant!
Raini Majeske
January 29, 2013
My sincere sympathies to Cartis and Cy. PEACE back at 'cha, John.
Mario Carrizales
January 29, 2013
Thanks.
Alfred Walker
January 29, 2013
John or JP,
It just can't be true! My brother, you had so much more to do! Oh, say it isn't so. Brother your passion was so intense at times that it frightened me. You were one of the real shakers and movers that all people should get to know. You motivated many people to strive for fairness and justice on so many issues. Your love of youth was always apparent. As the old folks say, If there is any consolation, your in a better place, but if it isn't right, I am sure that you will speak up! I will miss you for now, but I am sure we will work together again in the scheme of things. Love and respect to your family. And may God bless them.
Sally Morse
January 29, 2013
John was a wonderful speaker, and a passionate man.Lansing has suffered a great loss. I wonder if God knows what He's in for!
Micheal Davis
January 29, 2013
God Bless a Great Man
Edith Best
January 29, 2013
Lansing has a softer voice now that our "city warrior" is resting forever. His family and friends are in my continued prayers
January 29, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the passing of John. He was always supportive of the senior citizens especially the Senior Corps programs. He was the main speaker at a RSVP recogntion luncheon at the University Club. He talked about a community raising a child especially his Grandmother raising him. It was great like he lead his life to be courageous and fight for what he believed. It is the communities loss. Thank you for sharing him.
Maxine & Eugene Cain
January 29, 2013
John made a big difference in the lives of many! He will be missed!
January 29, 2013
Dear John,
I never got to know you personally but I felt that you were my kindred spirit. I loved how to tried to make city council toe the line. To me you were like John the Baptist crying in the wilderness. Lansing has truly lost a TRUE warrior. May you rest in peace.
Who will come forth to pick up the reigns. Surely there will never be another John Pollard,
ed ordiway
January 29, 2013
I only met John once and I had very much respect for him. I seen him on TV. What a brilliant man.
Pauline Johnson-West
January 29, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
carolyn Payne
January 29, 2013
Thank you for helping me learn that if I try I can achieve and be whatever I want thank john and too the family my prayers are with you all
cynthia cogswell
January 29, 2013
Cartis , you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless .. Cyndi Cogswell and Spencer
Melissa Sue Robinson
Melissa Sue Robinson
January 29, 2013
I befriended John when I ran for public office, and I never met a more passionate person pertaining to his work trying to help Lansing Citizens maintain a sound city budget. John will surely be missed by all that knew him.
Vince Dragonetti
January 29, 2013
John was a man of great passion and always dealing with great spirit and desire. A man who not only was an excellent speaker but one who knew his facts. I will miss John.
Bonnie Bennett
January 29, 2013
When our parks Group Friends of Comstock Was formed around an Ice rink Johon was one of the voices who stood up for our group. He was always the fact finder and kept it real at the Lansing City Council meetings. His voice there will be missed by many Hope the Lansing City Council and the Mayors office Realize the kind of person they will be missing. To his family May you find PEACE in knowing that Many people in the City Loved him as much as you did.
Terry Grady
January 29, 2013
Things will definitely be a bit less interesting now in the Lansing area. Great to have known you, John.
January 28, 2013
I will always remember peeking around in the yard when I was a little girl to get a glimpse of what John was up to, and our many conversations when I came home to visit. My visits home will not be the same without chatting with JP, Cool #1. John was a unique person, and offered the gift of hope and motivation to many who needed it. Caye and Cartis, I hope you can find peace during this time. -Stephenie Bruce & Family
January 28, 2013
It is truly the end of an era with John gone. I cannot express how much John has done for this city and for me. Deepest condolences- William Hubbell
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