George 'Curt' Pollard
George “Curt” Pollard, of Braintree, passed away after a brief illness November 7, 2021 at the age of 84. Born in Richmond, VA, George was the son of the late John C. and Ann E. (Hogg) Pollard. George proudly served in the US Navy, retiring at the rank of AO1 after serving from January of 1955 to May of 1974. He served honorably in many assignments, including tours on 4 different aircraft carriers, and he was a Vietnam War Veteran.
George leaves behind his wife of 47 years Georgine “Albee” Pollard; his son and daughter-in-law Scott and Bobbi Pollard of Jacksonville, FL; his daughter Susan Smith of Jacksonville, FL; his daughter and son-in-law Charlene and Michael Harrington of North Attleboro, MA; his daughter and son-in-law Susan and Charles Thrower of Nashua, NH; and his son and daughter-in-law Mark and Maureen Gaudreau of Mashpee, MA. He also leaves behind 12 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and his beloved dog, Brandy. He was a dog-lover and adopted many dogs over the years.
Visiting hours will be held at the Hurley Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Holbrook on Thursday, November 11th from 4-7pm. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment MA National Cemetery, Bourne on Tuesday, November 16th at 10:30am. Please arrive by 10:20am. Late US Navy Veteran. In lieu of flowers, donations in George’s memory can be made to your local VFW Post.
Guestbook
First Name: Susan R
Last Name: Smith
City: Jacksonville
State: FL
Country: United States
Entry Date: 11/09/2021
Dad I love you and know another angel got their wings. May we meet again rest in peace
First Name: Chris
Last Name: Fusco
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State: MA
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Entry Date: 11/09/2021
Georgine and family, I am so sorry about your loss. He was a fine gentleman that will be missed.
First Name: Joey
Last Name: Lee
City: Murfreesboro
State: AR
Country: USA
Entry Date: 11/10/2021
Thank you for you service to this Country. You must have been a great man and father. Your son Scott is my Brother in law and I'm blessed and proud to have him as such. Rest easy Sailor.
First Name: Kady
Last Name: Pollard
City: Macclenny
State: FL
Country: United States
Entry Date: 11/10/2021
Grandpa i will always love and miss you I know that you will always be here spiritually. Your great granddaughter will know about you I will make sure of that I know you are smiling down from heaven. It hurts too much to say goodbye so I will say see you later.
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Smith
City: Jacksonville
State: FL
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Entry Date: 11/10/2021
Soar on the wings of angels Dad! I love you!
First Name: Elaine
Last Name: Hyland
City: Holbrook
State: MA
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Entry Date: 11/12/2021
To the Family....
May you feel his Spirit in the warmth of the sun on your face, feel his love as the gentle breeze blows and see his smile on the faces of the Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren. I am so sorry for your loss. Peace, Elaine
First Name: John
Last Name: Pelose
City: BRAINTREE
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 11/14/2021
Pollard Family:
We at American Legion Braintree Post 86 are sorry to hear the passing our member, George "Curt" Pollard. We thank him for his membership in our Post, his service in the US Navy and for his service to our Nation.
"Fair Winds & Following Seas"
john M. Pelose
Adjutant
Braintree Post 86
First Name: Melanie
Last Name: Carney
City: Quincy
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 11/18/2021
Georgine, and family, we are so sorry for your loss. If you need anything you know where to find us. Love you. Melanie, Bob & Robbie