Gordon Pollock
April 16, 1936 ~ July 6, 2020
Gordon Pollock, 84, of Miller, passed away Monday, July 6, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society in Miller.
Private funeral service was held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, July 10, 2020 Trinity Lutheran Church, Miller with Rev. Max Miller officiating. Burial with military honors followed at Howell Cemetery, rural Miller. A walk-through public visitation was held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Reck Funeral Home, Miller.
Gordon Roy was born April 16, 1936 in Howell Township at home to Roy and Olga (Hargens) Pollock. He attended grade school in Howell township and graduated from Miller High School in 1954.
He entered the U.S. Army in 1956 and was honorably discharged in October of 1959. Gordon married Marilyn Miller on June 26, 1960, at the Trinity Lutheran Church of Miller. To this union three children were born: Doug, Patty, and Paula.
Gordon was a devoted member of the Lutheran Church and attended church regularly. He enjoyed farming especially with his Allis Chalmers tractors and farmed his whole life until his retirement. He always enjoyed telling tales of his life in the army. Throughout his life he was an avid sportsman, high school state boxing champion, bowling, hunting, and fishing with friends and family. Gordon was always known for his colorful language and storytelling.
Gordon was a member of the American Legion, Trinity Lutheran Church Council, and the Hand County Conservation Board.
He was survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Marilyn; son, Doug (Jo Engelmann) Pollock of St. Lawrence; daughters: Patty Martinmaas of Miller and Paula (Joe) Fetsko of Houston, TX; grandchildren: Matt (Nikki) Rogers, Heather (Matt) Poindexter, Dylan (Karren) Rogers, Spence (Kaylie Eich) Pollock, and Zach (Jamie) Pollock; great grandchildren: Madelynn and T.J. Rogers, Rylee and Reese Rogers, and Blakelyn Pollock; siblings: Arlys (Larry) Abernathy of Chamberlain and Vickie DeNeui of Houston, TX; and nephews: Loren Abernathy of Blunt, Alex DeNeui, ID, and Nathan DeNeui, CA.
Gordon was preceded in death by his parents: Roy and Olga Pollock; his parents-in-law: Sam and Verlyn Miller; brother-in-law; Kenneth Miller; nephew, Scottie Abernathy; and son-in-law, Rick Martinmaas.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Gordon’s arrangements.
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We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Gordon. I will always smile as I here his voice with a few extra cuss words added in. I soon realized he wasn't mad, it was just his way of conversation. Cherish the memories. In Deepest Sympathy,
I was glad to have known Gordie, he would usually make me smile . Sorry for your lost
Dear Family, Gordon was a pistol, a successful farmer who took care of his family. His language could be salty and I loved to listen. He was a strong man who overcame adversity and i will miss him.
Our deepest most heartfelt sympathies to all of Gordon's family. Gordon is a great man, friend, and neighbor to all. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. He will be missed. God Bless you all.
So sorry to hear of Gordon’s passing. Our deepest condolences to you Marilyn, Doug & Patty. May our neighbor Rest In Peace….Melvin & Debbie
Sorry for your loss.
Our Deepest Sympathy
Dick and Kathy Splichal
Sorry we will not be able to be there. We have a dr. apointment tomorrow.
Scott and Pam Winegar. 3508228
Marilyn and family,
So sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. My deepest sympathy to all.
Patty Fawcett
Marilyn and family. We are so sorry to learn of Gordies's passing. God bless you all!
To The Family
I do not remember the first time I met Gordon but do remember when the Gordon and Marilyn drove the farm truck to Miles City around 1960 to buy furniture from Dad. They were newlyweds. Gordon would haul me with him when we visited the farm. It was great. So many memories. What a deadeye with a rifle or 410. I also learned how not to disc. I even learned what Copenhagen was on a grain run to Miranda. I had to plead to try it. Gordon was very concerned his aunt, my Mom, would not be happy but I survived.
Cathy and I will miss him dearly.
God be with you
So sorry to read about Gordon. My deepest sympathy goes out to all the family. We enjoyed visiting with Gordy and Marilyn when Jim spent a short time in the nursing home. God bless all of you.
So sorry for your loss. Prayers
Sorry for your great loss, Marilyn and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you all.