Donalda Jean Pollard (nee MacDonald)
Visitation will be held on Wednesday December 16, 2015 from 2:00 - 4:00 & 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley, ON

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery, Ripley, ON
In Memory of
Donalda Jean Pollard (nee MacDonald)
January 22nd, 1917 - December 14th, 2015

Place of Death

Wingham & District Hospital

Obituary

Donalda Pollard, of Ripley, died on December 14th, 2015 at Wingham Hospital in her 99th year. She was the loved wife of the late Elmer Pollard. Dear mother of Joan & Tom Helm of Lucknow, Donald & Lillian of RR#4, Ripley, Dianne & Ron Farrell of RR#5, Kincardine, Margaret & Edward Rowland of Esterhazy, Saskatchewan, and Carol & Ken Goebel of Stratford. She will be missed by her 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Survived by her sister Doris Walden of Ripley and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her son Tom, grandsons Elmer Pollard and John Rowland, and great-grandson Sawyer Farrell, and her sisters: Margaret MacDonald, & Marion Gamble, and brothers John, Douglas, and Jim. Visitation will be held on Wednesday December 16, 2015 from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at MacKenzie & McCreath Funeral Home, Ripley where the Funeral Service will be conducted on Thursday December 17, 2015 at 11:00 AM. Rev Judy Zarubick officiating. Interment Ripley Cemetery.

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Message from Ron and Mary Jane Rock2015-12-25 14:00:26
Our deepest sympathy to all the Pollard families. We will always remember the memories of Donalda playing cards with Mom and Dad and all the gang. She was a wonderful friend to Mom at R Villa and we enjoyed many games of pepper together with her. We are sorry we missed the funeral but you are all in our prayers and thoughts.
Message from Freda Owen2015-12-22 09:31:10
Donnie was a wonderful lady. She was a very good friend of Bette MacLeod for many years and they remained so at R'Villa in Ripley. Growing up in Ripley, I have known Donnie all my life. She also loved her cards and played with the same group as our friend, Burton Hayes in Kincardine.
Message from Mary Fischer and Macie2015-12-19 19:34:40
Although we did not visit Donnie in her room we always had a chat in the halls as she delivered the mail. She always smiled and and said hello to Macie ( St. John Ambulance Pet Therapy dog) and me. She was an amazing lady! We will miss you.
Message from Nancy Macintyre2015-12-19 12:58:24
Sincere sympathy to all the family. Celebrate a life well lived and hold the memories close in your heart.
Message from Marian Glen2015-12-18 11:31:39
Our sincerest condolences, she was always fun to be with and we enjoyed her company. John and Kini Meyer and Marian Glen (Middelkamp)
Message from Dianne and Klaus Heinisch2015-12-18 08:03:12
We know that you will miss this wonderful woman, who lived a full life in service to others. Years worth of lovely memories are her legacy.
Message from Nancy Macintyre2015-12-17 09:35:05
Sincere sympathy to all the family. Celebrate a life well lived and hold the memories close in your heart.
Message from Terry & Marilyn Kummer2015-12-17 05:34:22
Our deepest sympathy to the Pollard families.
Message from Bob and Ria Middelkamp2015-12-16 23:18:09
To the family of Donelda. Our sincere condolences with the loss of your mother and grandma. She was a great lady and will be missed.
Message from Al and Fran Edwards family2015-12-16 19:58:23
The Village of Ripley is going to miss seeing Donelda whether at the post office, a dance at the arena, or any other event around town. She was always there supporting people. Our condolences to her family.
Message from Helen Orr2015-12-16 19:57:19
Donnie was an amazing lady and will not be forgotten by anyone who knew her. She had the good fortune to be a vital part of her community until just a short time ago. She will be missed by many but none more than her family. God bless you all, you are in my thoughts at this sad time. Sincerely, Helen (Culbert) Orr
Message from Wayne and Joan Hartwick2015-12-16 17:51:27
What a wonderful long life Donelda experienced! Treasure the many happy memories you have shared with your Mom, grandmother, sibling, aunt. Our deepest sympathy to all her family members. Sincerely, Wayne and Joan Hartwick
Message from Draper Family2015-12-16 17:47:58
Extending our regrets and our sincere regards to Doug Helm and family along with the many other family members. Draper Family St. Clements
Message from Eva & Hans Schwarz2015-12-16 17:38:57
Lilian ,Donald and Jenn we are very sorry for your loss.
Message from Sandra Forster2015-12-16 16:32:51
To Don, Lil & Jen, So sorry to hear about Donalda's passing. She lived a great, happy life. She was always a delight at Purple Grove Women's Institute, or any other time you would see her in town. Thinking about you at this sad time. Sandra
Message from Ed and Jacquie Zimmer2015-12-16 16:12:32
So sorry for your loss Maggie. Realize she lived a long and fruitful life but the loss of a mother is always difficult. You and family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Brian and Gail Johnson2015-12-16 16:02:42
Donnie will surely be missed; her enthusiam and zest for life were unparallelled. She brought a lot of joy to everyone around her. May your many memories from happier, healthier times bring you comfort in the days ahead. Sincerely, Gail and Brian
Message from Rae & Betty Johnson2015-12-16 11:53:02
Pollard Family What an amazing lady! We are sorry for your loss. Cherish your many memories. Sincerely Rae & Betty
Message from Jack and Ella Searson2015-12-16 11:44:09
A beautiful soul whether on earth or in heaven .She will always be dancing and smiling in my memories
Message from Rob & Donna Middelkamp (Johnston) 2015-12-16 11:39:05
Our Deepest Sympathy to Donelda 's Kids and Grandchildren and GreatGrandchildren and the rest of the Family . We will keep you all in our thoughts at this difficult time . She sure was a very caring lady and would always speak and always had a smile . RIP DONELDA !!! Hugs to you all .
Message from Greg Guenther & Katherine Luckhardt2015-12-16 11:30:56
Our condolences to Carol and Ken and all their family at this sad time. You are in our thoughts.
Message from Delores vanOsch2015-12-16 09:47:34
Joan, Tom and families ; My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Fond memories will never cease. May she rest in peace. Sincerely Delores vanOsch
Message from Marlene Van Ryswyk2015-12-16 09:09:52
So Sorry to hear of your loss. Such a great lady. She will be missed. Thinking of you and your families. Sincerely, Marlene & family
Message from Dave and Cathy MacKinnon2015-12-16 06:35:55
We are so very sorry to hear this sad news. What a wonderful, vibrant lady she was. She could bring a smile to everyone she met with that contagious smile and warm heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs to everyone.
Message from Sharon2015-12-16 02:53:43
Thinking of you and your Family
Message from Earl and Marg Illman2015-12-16 00:13:17
Ken and Carol sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. You will now have an angel watching over you.
Message from Jeff Gamble2015-12-15 23:20:32
Rest in Peace aunt Donnie
Message from Roland and Laurie Glover2015-12-15 23:15:20
We have lost a great Lady. Condolences to all of Donaldas family and friends. Sorry we cannot be there in person but our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Message from Donna and Perry Elliott2015-12-15 20:54:25
Thinking of you all at this very sad time. She was quite a lady and we will miss her deeply!
Message from Lorrainne Smith2015-12-15 18:42:31
To the Pollard family, so truly sorry for your tremendous loss. Donnie was a great neighbour, a wonderful friend, and a beautiful person and I have many, fond memories from the Pollard household. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to all of you, and my thoughts are with you at this time.
Message from Deb Soeder w/ Mark and Samantha Vandenberk2015-12-15 16:53:25
Our condolences Carol and Family - Thinking of You!
Message from Walter and Lorraine Arnold2015-12-15 15:06:02
Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear Mother & Grandmother. Sincerely Walter & Lorraine
Message from Angela Bates & Family2015-12-15 13:49:25
Our most sincere and deepest condolences to Diane, Ron, Kim, Tammy, Chris & families. May you all find comfort in each other during the difficult days ahead and also take comfort in knowing that she will remain in your hearts forever. Love, The Bates Family
Message from Marion McNaughton2015-12-15 12:39:09
To Don and Lillian, Sorry for your loss,thinking of you all at this sad time, Marion McNaughton (Goderich)
Message from Phyllis Scott2015-12-15 11:44:50
Dear Joan and Tom ,and families .Sincere sympathy are with you all at this time of the passing of a dear mother and grandmother . treasure the memories .
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