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Russell Pollock Obituary

YORK Russell Alan Pollock, 51, died Saturday, January 3, 2015 at home surrounded by his wife and family. He was the husband of Kimberly A. (Mansfield) Pollock for 19 years. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph Church, 2935 Kingston Rd., York, with the Rev. James Menkhus OFM Cap. as celebrant. Visitations will be 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., 902 Mt. Rose Ave., York. Burial will be in Holy Saviour Cemetery. Born in Erie on October 3, 1963, Russ was the son of Raymond C. Pollock, Jr. of Erie and the late Virginia A. (Guy) Pollock. He received a Master's Degree from Duquesne University and worked as a Nurse Practitioner. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. In addition to his wife and father, Mr. Pollock is survived by his daughter, Kelleigh E. Pollock at home; two brothers, Raymond C. "Chip" Pollock III and wife, Teresa of Calimesa, CA and Kevin J. Pollock and wife, Melanie of Erie; two nieces; five nephews; one great-niece; mother and father-in-law, Linda and William J. Mansfield, Sr. and brother and sister-in-law, William J. Mansfield, Jr. and wife, Michele all of Westminster, Md. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to pancreaticcancer.org, or the American Cancer Society, 924N Colonial Ave., York, PA 17403; or to York Cancer Center c/o Cancer Patient Help Fund, 25 Monument Rd., Suite 194, York, PA 17403. KefferFH.com

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Published by York Daily Record on Jan. 6, 2015.

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Kim and Kelleigh Pollock

January 30, 2015

The Pollock family thanks everyone for their condolences! Russ touched many people's lives every day of his life. We will forever miss him!

January 14, 2015

Our condolences to Kimmie and Kelley. He was a great man and a great neighbor. Always ready to help. We will miss his smile.
The Harpers

Julie Lucas

January 12, 2015

Wow..I'm sorry for your loss.
I was a classmate and lower brass member of the McDowell marching band with Russ. He was a gem to be around...always a happy guy.

Lauren Jost-Tedesco

January 10, 2015

I was a classmate of Russ's at York College School of Nursing Class of 2000. I will always remember his smile and gentle spirit. He was truly an angel on earth.

Sue Graham

January 9, 2015

Such a gentle soul. Russ, you will be missed greatly.

Beth Stambaugh

January 9, 2015

I worked with Russ, also, on 3S and T2. What a wonderful, sweet, kind man Russ was. He had such a great smile and was loved by his patients and co-workers alike. My sincere condolences to the family that he adored so much! May your memories of Russ bring you some comfort during this difficult time.
~Beth Stambaugh

Tammy Unger

January 9, 2015

So sorry to hear of Russ's passing. He was a good friend and coworker. Will be missed by everyone. You never saw Russ without a smile on his face and kind and supportive words for everyone. Rest in peace Russ. Prayers to his family at this difficult time

January 8, 2015

I too worked with Russ on T2 always smiling and if not that, he would be making you smile!!! we had a lil joke about my back and a tumor that was diagnosed to be growing bigger and bigger each time, all was in fun, and how sadden that he did have to truely fight a battle with his own health, who would ever known, im so sorry Russ, may your higher power guide you above as well as watch over your family in such a time if need, may they forever live on through your wonderful memories you gave them!!! rip friend
t2 friend

Pam Freeman Bacallao

January 7, 2015

So sad to hear of Rusty's passing. Remember him as a very sweet and kind guy. I am certain he grew up to be a wonderful man. Fond band memories. May God strengthen his family during such a great loss.

Kelly Smith

January 7, 2015

It wasa pleasure to care for Russell on 7S. He always had a smile and kind words. My condolences go out to his family. God bless.

Jane Rohleder Voltz

January 7, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Rusty's passing. He was a always smiling and kept his band friends laughing during his time at McDowell. Prayers to his family for strength and comfort during this very difficult time.

Jim Stossmeister

January 7, 2015

Sorry to hear about Rusty. Good friend and buddy at the time. The world is missing a good guy. Thank you for letting me know

Kathleen Heicher

January 7, 2015

Rest in Peace Russ

Eric Eakins

January 7, 2015

God has taken an amazing person to be with Him. I worked with Russ at York Hospital. He was always smiling and super positive. Took great care of his patients has if they were family. I was very sad to hear of his passing. May God bless all of his family. Much Love

January 7, 2015

Russ was such a sweet and gentle person. He always had a smile on his face that was very contagious. Sending prayers to his family and hoping you find comfort in your wonderful memories. He will be missed.

Kevin Silvis

January 7, 2015

We will miss you Rusty, best wishes to your family.

Ara Kapterian

January 7, 2015

I will always remember your kind and supportive personality. God bless you.
Ara Kapterian

Pat Weaver

January 6, 2015

My heartfelt condolences go out to Rusty's family. He was a sweet kid and I fondly recall him "hitting a home run in the World Series" as a kid next door. My deepest sympathies and prayers for the family.

Tammy Spinelli-Hoskins

January 6, 2015

I'm so sorry to hear about Rusty. He was such a sweet guy and so much fun to hang out with. My prayers are with the whole family.

tony knoll-ruffo

January 6, 2015

I was shocked to hear of Rusty's passing.. my heart goes out to his loved ones. I have known Rusty since kindergarden.
He always had a smile and was a great friend... I will miss him

January 6, 2015

We had a few classes together during out time at McDowell. Russ had a good sense of humor and was always nice. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers to his family.
Lori (Thomas) Jacobson

Scott Laskowski

January 6, 2015

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Rusty. He will be deeply missed and my condolences to his whole family. Russ have a "stinger" up in heaven with your mother (Aunt "V") for me.

January 6, 2015

So sorry to hear about Russell pasting. He was a sweet and considerate neighbor. I will truly miss him and his sweet smile. God loves you and will give you the strength to make through.

Sharon Douglas

January 6, 2015

I worked with Russell on night shift on 3S and days on T2.No matter how busy we were he always had a smile on his face and a positive outlook. When he talked about his family it was always with great love and pride. What great adjectives to use in describing his life. What a true loss for this world. My deepest sympathy.

Anne Eisert

January 6, 2015

I'm so sorry to see this. My condolences to his family. We had a lot of fun in the trombone section of McDowell marching band. He made us laugh so much!

Jennifer Wagman

January 6, 2015

Such a great person with a great heart! Rest in peace my friend!

David Ohmer

January 6, 2015

I remember Rusty fondly from our high school days at McDowell. My memories are of a guy who nearly always had a smile on his face. So very sad to hear that he has passed.

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