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Vincent Pollack Obituary
Born in Chicago, Ill., he was the son of the late Erwin and Muriel (Volk) Pollack and lived in Gales Ferry since 1981.
Vince was a cancer research scientist with Pfizer, retiring in 2000. Vince was most proud of his contribution to research which resulted in a cancer drug currently in use.
He was an avid motorcycle rider, enjoyed karate, watching and playing soccer, and had a strong liking for snakes. Some of his fondest memories were coaching his sons youth soccer teams in the local recreation leagues during their school years.
In addition to his wife, he leaves a son, Joseph Pollack and his wife, Carolyn Foley Pollack, of Norwalk; brother, Rick Pollack and his wife, Carol Ann, of California; nieces and nephews, Alyssa, Christopher, Jennifer, Christina, and Patricia; his mother-in-law, Jeanne Bilskis of Groton; and a brother-in-law, Richard Bilskis and his wife, Wanda, of Washington.
He was predeceased by a son, David V. Pollack in 2008.
His family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Mystic Funeral Home, Route 1, in Mystic.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls of Chicago, Ill., (http://www.mercyhome.org/)
Please visit www.mysticfuneralhome.com to leave an online message of condolence to his family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Pollack
Patti
September 21, 2019
So many nice memories of Vince but some of my favorites are of Halloween and going trick or treating with the kids. Oh yes and Vince always took a tastey beverage with him.
October 19, 2015
So sorry to hear this sad news from Vince's brother Rick. I met Vince around 1965. He was always kind, a true gentleman & very,very smart. I know God has a special place in Heaven for him. Vince, may your rest in peace and may perpetual light shine upon you. Linda (Woolf) Hahn.
Mercy Home for Boys and Girls
October 5, 2015
On behalf of Fr. Scott and the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, we would like to extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Vincent A. Pollack.
May the angels lead you into paradise; may the martyrs come to welcome you and take you to the holy city, the new and eternal Jerusalem.
September 27, 2015
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)
Kerry Morth
September 26, 2015
Vince was a warm, friendly soccer enthusiast...always a pleasure to talk with and I treasure the photo he took of our sons competing for the ball during a high school game. Peace!
Nanci Russell
September 26, 2015
Vince was a gentle, caring man that we had the pleasure of spending a lot of time with while our sons were in high school. The memories will always be some of our fondest... Gary and Nanci Russell
Debbie Gordon
September 26, 2015
Thoughts and prayers Vince was a great scientist and mentor.
Mary Ann and John Foley
September 25, 2015
We always enjoyed Vince's company and appreciated his sense of humor. He will be missed.
Patti Berendt
September 25, 2015
WE met Carol and Vince 35 years ago. We've shared so many good times, holidays, and special occasions together. Our families were always together especially as our kids grew up. Although there were sad times too we were always there for each other. Two things that I will remember most about Vince are his love for family and his laugh. I'll never forget when I said something silly Vince would laugh and say, "Oh Patti"!
My love and sympathy goes out to all of you.
Bob Ronau
September 25, 2015
I have many good memories of Vince from working with him in the Ledyard Soccer Club. He was very dedicated to every role he took on and his love for soccer was inspirational.
Judith Ronau
September 25, 2015
Vince was truly a wonderful human being who will be greatly missed. He was instrumental in making the Ledyard Soccer program great and I am grateful for everything he did for me and others in Ledyard. Carolyn and Joe, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jennifer Bilskis
September 25, 2015
I remember so fondly going out on the motorcycle with Uncle Vince.
September 25, 2015
Vince was a great scientist, a dedicated youth soccer coach and a lot of fun to be with. He will be missed. John & Mary LaMattina
September 25, 2015
I will forever remember Vince and Carol in Laguna! Oh what times we had. Vince was kind and funny and a really nice guy. Please accept
our condolences . Nancy and Steve Houser
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