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William Pollard Obituary

Pollard, William J.A. William J.A. Pollard, native of Limerick City, Ireland. Beloved husband of Bridget (nee Naughton); dear son of the late Thomas and Margaret; loving brother of Teresa and Sr. Miriam; fond uncle of John Pollard; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Gibbons Family Funeral Home, 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. ( 1/2 block East of Austin). Family and Friends will meet Monday 10:00 a.m. for a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1775 Grove St., Glenview. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Please omit flowers. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gibbonsfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 31, 2015.
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Holding you all in prayer at this time of great sadness of dear Willie death,may he rest in peace

Sr.Vincent(Gay) Finnerty

February 16, 2015

To Brigid, Sr Miriam and Theresa. We were very sad to hear of Bill's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Clara, Leonard, Paula, Lisa and Darren Mc Donagh.

February 9, 2015

We were very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our sincere sympathy to Brigid, Sr Miriam and Theresa. Martin, Mary Finnerty and family.

February 9, 2015

Dear Bridget,
I was told of Willie's passing through my sister Anne and I wanted to pass on my deepest condolences to you, Sr Miriam and Tess at this time of reflection.

With fondest memories Frances, Anthony & Vincent.

Frances Finnerty / Raimondo

February 6, 2015

Sincere sympathy to William's wife Bridget and to his sisters Teresa and Sr. Miriam all of whom were neighbours of mine in Limerick many years ago. May William and his late wonderful parents Thomas and Margaret rest in peace.Joe Collins, Dalkey, Co.Dublin.Ireland.

Joe Collins

February 2, 2015

Dear Bridget

We were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was truly one of the nicest man we've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Always their to lend a helping hand. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers, we would definitely had been at the wake , however we are in Florida. Our hope is that your family and friends will help you during this very difficult time.

Kathy and Wayne Koran

Wayne Koran

February 2, 2015

Thinking of all of you at this very sad time.Miriam I will be in touch when you come home Irene McGuinness, Limerick

February 2, 2015

To the family of William Pollard, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May the Hearer of pray provide comfort and strength during your time of grief.

January 31, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this very sad occasion. Know that you now have an angel to watch over you.
Love
Pat & Ann Hastings

Pat & Ann Hastings

January 31, 2015

May the God of all comfort, comfort you in your time of need. 2 Con. 1:3,4

Rose D

January 31, 2015

Bridget we love you and we are covering you and your family in PRAYERS that our Lord JEsus will strengthen you. Corliss revell and isaiah

January 31, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. May God bring you comfort during this time of sorrow. Psalms 68:20

January 31, 2015

Dear Bridget. I am praying for you and your family. I KNOW OUR BLESSES LORD AND SAVIOUR WILL CRADLE YOU IN HIS LOVING ARMS THE LORD PROMISED TO NEVER LEAVE YOU. OUR GOD IS FAITHFULI KNOW BILL IS WITH JESUS AND NOW HE HAS ETERNAL LIFE. JESUS IS SOON TO COME HE PROMISED TO BRING OUR LOVED ONES WITH HIM. I PRAY THAT THE LORD COMFORTS YOU.I AM THANKFUL TO HAVE KNOWN BILL HE WAS A JOY TO BE AROUND HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. KNOW THAT I SURELY LOVE YOU. I AM WILLING TO HELP YOU IN ANY WAY ANY TIME DAY OR NIGHT. PLEASE CALL WHEN YOU CAN AND LET ME KNOW. THANKS LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM CORLISS

January 31, 2015

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1775 Grove St., Glenview, IL

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