Phyllis Jean Pollard
February 12, 2014
Phyllis Jean Pollard, 84, passed away on February 12, 2014 at Kavanagh on 56th Street surrounded by family and friends. Services will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with visitation on Sunday, February 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. and the funeral on Monday, February 17 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Jean was born on March 4, 1929 in Des Moines, Iowa to Henry and Pauline (Anderson) Haubert. She graduated from North High School in 1947 and married Robert Pollard that same spring. Jean raised her family and later worked in various clerical positions including the Goodyear District Office, Capital City Belting and Hopkins and Huebner Law Firm. In her free time, Jean enjoyed shopping, traveling, writing poems and decorating. Above all, Jean was a good friend. She was witty, funny, and had a way of bringing people together with her laugh and sunny personality.
She is survived by her children, Cathy Baker, Roberta “Bobbie” (Terry) Brodersen, Timothy Pollard, and Jill (Tim) Boyles; honorary daughter, Jodi Aldag; grandchildren, Scott (Angie), Jen (Steven), Michelle, Eric (Tara) and Andrew; great-grandchildren, C.J., Cailie, Kaden, Kylie and Madison; step-great-grandchildren, Kyle (Emily) and Payton (Felicia); great-great-grandson, James; other extended family members, many friends; and her beloved dog, Ginger. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother, LaVerne Haubert, and her husband Bob.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Union Park Presbyterian Church or Hospice of Central Iowa. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Dick & Karen Shaffer
02/15/2014
We have just learned of Jean's passing. We are in Alabama on our winter vacation.
Jean was one of our dearest friends and we are saddened by her loss.
We first met Bob and Jean when we were both members of the Mariners group at Park Ave Presbyterian Church and from there on became fast friends.
We will remember all of the many good times we have spent with them through the years, and hold them close to our hearts.
Kathy, Bobsie, Jill and Tim.
Please accept our sincere sympathy in your loss.
Sorry we won't be able to be there to attend the funeral, but our thoughts are with all of you.
Scarlett Lunning Huey
02/15/2014
Jean's smile, laughter, and wonderful compassion for others will remain with all of us who knew her. We worked together at H & H and no matter how she was feeling, she was able to lift everyone's spirits. Though we hadn't seen each other for years, she remains as one of the bright stars in my life! A poem she wrote for me is framed and has graced all the offices I have occupied since we last worked together in 1990. Love and peace to all who will greatly miss her presence.
Claradell Shedd
02/14/2014
The halls of North High are diminished with Jean's passing. Prayers and thoughts to her family and friends. Jean's 1947 North High class page:
http://www.ndmhs.com/pages/yearclass1947(2007.60).html
Claradell Shedd
Class of June, 1953
Irene Wheeldon
02/14/2014
I worked with Jean at Hopkins & Huebner Law Firm. What a dear sweet lady! She was so nice to the clients when they came in and made everyone feel comfortable. Loved her poems and friendship!
Laura and Bob Dull
02/14/2014
Bob and I will miss sitting out side with you this summer.
Ginger and Lambeau will continue to be friends, when were out walking the puppy.
My thought's and prayer's are with me for your family and friends. Sorry for your Loss. Bob and Laura and Lambeau.
Rick and Sue Christoffersen
02/13/2014
Bobbie, Terry and family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep your memories close to your heart and draw strength from them during this time.
Hugs!