He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Read Pollard; four children, Jason Gillis, Jenea (Mondo) Sotelo, Michael Pollard and Talon Pollard; two children he helped raise, Keith DeBowles, II and Takeisha Read; five brothers, Charlie Pollard, Mac (Kim) Pollard, Keith Pollard, Kevin (Sherry) Pollard and Arthur (Vicki) Pollard, Jr.; six sisters, Geraldine Pollard Mills, Debra Pollard, Diane (Edward) Blalock, Lataunya Romanizzi, Kimberly Pollard and Lashawn Pollard Austin; 10 grandchildren; two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Lee and Daisy Lee Pollard; sister, Barbara Pollard.

Public viewing will be held Friday, August 7, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. with funeral service following for immediate family members only at Grace Missionary Baptist Church, 3602 Ivy Street, East Chicago. Pastor Robert E. Johnson, officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park, Hobart.

HINTON & WILLIAMS FUNERAL HOME is honored to be of service to the Pollard family during their time of loss.

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Published by The Times on Aug. 6, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Pollard

21 Entries

Joe

January 23, 2025

Joy in the Morning by
The Happy Goodmans
Tears often fall from my face in sorrow
As I walk on through the long lonely night
And often I cry, seems no one hears me
But then through the shadows
I can see the dawning of light.

Though shadows may fall
And my heart is heavy
Sometimes it seems I'll never see
Another day dawning
But I remember His word
Though the night finds me weeping
He's promised me, surely there'll be
Joy in the Morning.

Soon this old life, and all of it's trials
Will be left behind, for there's a new day a dawning
And the shadows of sin
Will vanish forever
And forever I'll find, where the sun always shines
Joy in the Morning.

Pete

October 9, 2020

So sorry I just found out about Michael's passing. He was a great coworker and friend in our 16 years together. My sympathies to his family and friends. May his soul and the souls of all the faithfully departed through the mercy of God, Rest in Peace.

Johnny Mosley

August 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mika Lay

August 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sherman Wilder

August 7, 2020

Carolyn and Pollard Family.I am sorry to hear about my friend Mike passing. I hope that the love of family and friends will comfort and strength you all in the days ahead. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal. May GOD continue to bless you all. What a great guy and friend

jackie washington-brown

August 7, 2020

Our deepest condolences and sympathies to you. May your memories warm your heart and bring a smile to your face as God's peace covers you at all times!
Love, Washington Family (Ike, Sr., Jackie, Wayne & Ike, Jr).

MiMI

August 7, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My prayers and condolences goes out to the Pollard family.

Lenita Briscoe

August 7, 2020

May the love of God, friends and family carry you through this time. With love, the Briscoe Family.

Beatrice williams

August 7, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Faithful Blessings Bouquet - VASE INCLUDED

Sabriah Williams

Sent Flowers

Shirley Basta

August 6, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Sherman Nelson

August 6, 2020

I'm sending my thoughts and prayers to my brother Arthur and the entire Pollard Family during the home going of your love one.

Susie

August 6, 2020

Debra and family. I was sorry to hear about the passing of Michael. I pray that the Lord will comfort you.

Susie Peterson-Wren and family

Melaneese Johnson

August 6, 2020

My deepest condolences go out to My Friend Carolyn Pollard & Family...

Arnita Cousins Molden

August 6, 2020

Hi Carolyn,

I send my condolences with love to you and your family.

Nita Molden (Cousins)

mitchell bishop

August 6, 2020

Great guy laid back never seen him mad we rode motorcycles together will always be remembered rest in peace my brother we will meet again

Mae (Dunham)Williams

August 6, 2020

We would like to send our condolences. Praying for all of you. The Dunham Family

Timothy&Domitrese Shelton

August 6, 2020

To Pollard Family:
Praying for the family, may GOD give you strength during these difficult times. Mike was a kind hearted man, loving and cared about his community in a Big way, we will miss him very much. Love you cuz, RIP

Jeanette Elliott

August 6, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. My deepest condolences to the family and friends

Jeannie M. Coleman and the Wash Family

August 5, 2020

Our deepest condolences to the family of Michael Pollard. We sincerely regret his passing. May God bless and comfort you all during this difficult time.

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