Garrison Pollard Sr.
Garrison Pollard Sr.
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Born in Acme, North Carolina, he was a son of the late Timothy Pollard and the late Eather Graham. Garrison had been employed as a mechanic by Western Massachusetts Electric Company. A member of Mother Franklin Prayer Temple, he served as Head Deacon and First Gentleman. He enjoyed being a handyman, fixing everything that people asked, cooking, and playing the electric bass.
Garrison is survived by his wife, Pastor Glenda Pollard; six sons, Barry Pollard, Gary E. Pollard, Garrison Pollard Jr., Joel Pollard, Joseph Pollard, and Nathaniel Pollard; six daughters, Bridget Pollard, Evon Pollard, Ronyuana Pollard, Lilly Pollard, Deborah Pollard, and Jael Pollard; a brother, Robert Pollard; four sisters, Helen Pollard-Lacewell, Adalaid Pollard, Azalie Pollard-Graham, and Laura Pollard-Vickson; ten grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
The calling hour is 10-11 a.m. Friday at Dr. Mother E. Franklin Prayer Temple C.O.G.I.C., 631 South Street, Holyoke, MA, followed by funeral services at 11, with burial in Forestdale Cemetery in Holyoke.
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Regina Hall
January 31, 2026
My condolences to the Pollard family may you find Peace love and understanding in your memories as you endure this journey in life.
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Michelle Young George
January 30, 2026
Praying for peace in this difficult time. My condolences to the Pollard family. (Bridget Pollard)
Elder Dion Rivers
January 29, 2026
My thoughts and prayers are with Pastor Pollard, Jael, Gabe and the entire Pollard Family! May God´s unfailing love and peace be with you all.
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. - Matthew 5:4
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