OSCAR POLLOCK

POLLOCK--Oscar Stephen. Oscar Stephen Pollock died peacefully on March 7, 2025, in Katonah, NY at his beloved Deer Hill Farm. He was born in Vienna, Austria to Frederick B. Pollock and Ann L. Pollock. His family moved to New York City beginning a new chapter of opportunity. Oscar was a 1951 graduate of Phillips Exeter Academy and then entered Harvard University, majoring in philosophy. Oscar was a member of the lightweight crew team at Harvard and loved tennis and swimming, participating in both until shortly before his death. He graduated from Harvard in 1955. Oscar's first job after college was as an analyst trainee at J.P. Morgan & Co. He continued his career in research at Value Line and Lehman Brothers before becoming a general partner at Neuberger & Berman. All along he developed an interest in specialty growth companies. In 1974, he joined the brokerage firm of Ingalls & Snyder LLC as a Director of the firm, assisting his individual clients. He focused on research, a passion that spanned five decades. In 2024, he celebrated his 50th anniversary with the firm. Oscar was deeply committed to advancing the interests of individual investors. Alongside Mark A. Bloomfield, President and CEO of the American Council for Capital Formation, he co-authored several Wall Street Journal articles advocating for capital gains tax reform. Beyond his professional achievements, in 1991, he and his wife, Nan Pollock, co-founded The Bridge Fund of Westchester County with the guidance of Father Peter Larom of Grace Episcopal Church. The organization aimed to prevent homelessness among working poor families and individuals. Its success led to the establishment of The Bridge Fund in New York City in 1992, which now serves all five boroughs and has helped over 50,000 individuals. The Board of Directors, the Fund's staff, and gracious donations sustained this success. Contributions in Oscar's memory may be sent to The Bridge Fund, 271 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10016. Oscar's quiet determination and lively sense of humor left a mark on those who knew him. May his memory bring inspiration to all whose lives he touched. Oscar is survived by his wife, Nan Pollock (nee Pandjiris), sister-in-law Suzie Pandjiris of Ridgefield, CT, and two brothers-in-law, Tony Pandjiris (Marcie) of Naples, FL and Jim Pandjiris (Joanie) of St. Louis, MO, as well as niece Alex Pandjiris, nephew Tony Pandjiris (Amanda) and Andrew and Colin Pandjiris all of California. The family has planned a private funeral service. A memorial, at a later date, will celebrate Oscar's life.