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Coyote

Posted 2025-05-21 6:52 AM (#105447)

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Subject: Wednesday Obits

https://www.facebook.com/ussvi.eternalpatrol/

The above link goes to the USSVI (United States Submarine Veterans, Inc.) Facebook page where their members who have gone on “Eternal Patrol” are noted.

I’ll keep my work here going, trying to get others who were not USSVI members. You’re encouraged to look there as well as here! Obviously, there’ll be some I miss and some I duplicate.

POLLARD .. .. .. George Ray Pollard, 85 of Cedar Hill, Texas passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Ray was born on January 25, 1940 in Shreveport, Louisiana. He is preceded in death by his parents, Willard and Alean Pollard of Sulphur, Louisiana; and his brother, Ralph Pollard of San Antonio, Texas. He is survived by his brother, Jerry Pollard and wife, Lila of Midlothian, Texas; and many cousins and nephews.
Ray graduated from Sulphur High School in 1958 where he served as senior class president. After high school he attended Georgia Tech University until he began working at Red Stone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. Ray, then enlisted in the United States Navy where he became part of the "silent service". He proudly served on two submarines, the USS Carbonero and the USS George Washington. At the end of his military commitment, he began working in Hollywood, California as a film technician at Technicolor Creative Studios. After a long and rewarding career, he retired in 2003.
Ray enjoyed photography, being with family and friends, and watching movies from the golden age of Hollywood. He was a member of Trinity Church in Cedar Hill and was a devoted follower of Christ. He was a generous, and loving son, brother and uncle.

HARRIS .. .. .. Paul T. Harris, a beloved resident of the Hudson Valley for over 50 years, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2024, at the Hudson Valley Hospice House in Hyde Park, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Brooklyn, NY, Paul was the son of the late Thomas and Margaret (Schuyler) Harris. The family later settled in Blauvelt, NY, where Paul and his five younger siblings grew up. He maintained lifelong friendships with many from his childhood, especially his closest friends, affectionately known as the "Creek Boys."
Paul was a proud U.S. Navy veteran, serving during the Vietnam War aboard the submarine USS Spinax. After his service, he worked for McAllister Brothers in New York Harbor. Over his 40+ year career, he advanced from Tugboat Captain to the distinguished role of Harbor Docking Pilot before retiring.
If you ever needed to find Paul, chances are he was at McCann Golf Course playing 18 holes in a freshly ironed golf shirt and shorts. After retirement, he continued to enjoy the course while working a few days a week as a course ranger, forming many friendships along the way.
Deeply involved in his community, Paul coached his kids in the East Fishkill softball and baseball leagues for many years and was a member of the Lomala Civic Association.
One of Paul's greatest joys in life was being "Papa" to his six grandchildren. He passed down his charm, wit and sarcasm to each of them, and "Papa's Sauce" became a cherished weekly dinner tradition for his children and grandchildren.
On September 5, 1971, Paul married the love of his life, Shirley (Johnson) Harris, in Tappan, NY. The two met in middle school, and their friendship blossomed into a love that spanned more than 53 years of marriage.
Paul is survived by his wife, Shirley, and their children: Jennifer Harris Birrittella of Poughkeepsie, NY; Grey Harris and his wife Tracie of Darien, CT; and Paul (PJ) Harris and his wife Maca of Brooklyn, NY. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren: Schuyler, Caden, and Emerson Birrittella; and Addison, Grey, and Ainsley Harris. Paul leaves behind his brother, Boe (Thomas) Harris and his wife Margaret, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.
In addition to his parents, Paul was predeceased by his siblings Leslie, Patricia, Michael, and Christine.
The family wishes to thank the staff at the Hudson Valley Hospice House for their exceptional care and compassion.

KOLLAR .. .. .. YOUNGSTOWN — Charles R. Kollar Sr. passed away peacefully in the early hours of Monday, May 19, 2025, at The Inn at Christine Valley. Charles was a respected and beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather during his 94 years of life.
Charles “Chuck” Kollar was born Feb. 15, 1931, to Charles and Mary Kollar in Youngstown. He attended Holy Name Elementary School and was a 1949 graduate of Ursuline High School. He then attended Southwest Missouri State University on a football scholarship before leaving early to enlist in the U.S. Navy. He proudly served in the Submarine Force during the Korean War on the USS Wahoo for four years.
After returning home from his service in the Korean War, Chuck’s sister, Theresa, introduced him to her dear friend, Margaret “Peg” Brown. Chuck and Peg were married Oct. 1, 1955, at Holy Name Church. They were affectionately nicknamed by all who knew them well, The Heat & Brown Sugar, and celebrated just shy of 70 years together.
Chuck worked for 45 years at Ohio Bell Telephone as a linemen and district manager, but his real passion was rooted in the outdoors. An avid fisherman and hunter, his greatest fishing achievement was the 10-pound walleye he pulled through the ice on Pymatuning Lake, which is displayed on the wall of his family room.
Chuck was devoted in every aspect of his life, namely his faith and his family. He was a member of Holy Name Church, where he sang in the choir and served as a lector.
His greatest joys were spent on the sidelines of his children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. Chuck loved football, and cheering on his kids was a source of great pride for him.
Chuck had a knack for outfitting common items to accommodate everyday needs. He made countless journeys up and down the basement stairs to his workspace where he tinkered for hours on end. In every room of his and Peg’s home, evidence of Chuck’s MacGyvering exists.
He is survived by his wife, Peg Kollar; and his children, Chuck (Barb) Kollar, Kathy (Bill) Glenellen, Ken (Diane) Kollar, Greg (Linda) Kollar, Jim (Amy) Kollar, Kurt (Laura) Kollar and Lori (Mark) Heltzel. He also leaves behind 29 grandchildren and 22.75 great-grandchildren; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends.
His family also extends special appreciation to his caregiver, Emily; to Ed and Diane Reese; and to the staff at The Inn at Christine Valley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary Kollar; his brother, Jack (Donna) Kollar; and his sisters, Theresa (Wally) Bishop, Genevieve “Gwen” (Joe) Knapp and Julianne (Mort) Myrvold.
Visitation will be 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, 4303 Mahoning Ave., Austintown, OH 44515, with Mass following at noon at St. Christine Church, 3165 S. Schenley Ave., Youngstown, OH 44511.

ANDERSON .. .. .. Jack Wiley Anderson It is with deep sadness, we share that Jack Wiley Anderson, 93, passed away January 8, 2025, at Mercy General Hospital in Sacramento, after a brief illness and hospitalization. Jack was born December 11, 1931, in Chico, CA, to Charles and Pearl Anderson. Jack graduated from Chico High School in 1950 and enlisted in the United States Navy during the Korean War where he served on the submarine USS Sea Fox and achieved the rank of Ensign III. Jack was honorably discharged in 1954. After the service, Jack moved back to Chico and attended Chico State University earning a degree in Civil Engineering. While at Chico State, Jack met the love of his life Shirley Button, they were married on December 29, 1956. Upon graduation Jack and Shirley moved to Contra Costa County where Jack began is Civil Engineering career. In 1967 the family moved to Yreka in Siskiyou County where Jack accepted the position of Deputy Road Commissioner. In 1988 Jack and Shirley moved to Red Bluff, CA where he was appointed as the Tehama County Director of Public Works until retirement in 1993. Jack and Shirley loved to travel with family and friends. In the earlier years, travels included family camping trips over much of the western states. After retirement Jack and Shirley took several cruises, cross country airplane trips, and a very memorable trip to Hawaii with their children. Jack and Shirley raised four children in Yreka who will miss their dad very much: Jackie Ouimette (Chuck) of Magalia, CA; Sandy Gorena (Dan) of San Antonio, TX; Chuck Anderson of Redding, CA; and Donald Anderson (Becky) of Redding, CA. Jack’s favorite hobby was flying his private planes which he began in the 1950’s. Over the years he obtained several certifications and following his retirement in 1993, Jack opened his own flight school at the Red Bluff airport where he was instrumental in teaching hundreds of future pilots. Jack is survived by his wife Shirley, four children mentioned above, seven grandchildren: Wesley Ouimette (Melissa), Jennifer Ouimette, David Gorena, Tim Gorena (Rebecca), Tony Gorena (Whitney), Katie Anderson (Brandon Fraser), Ben Anderson (Brittany); and 11 great grandchildren. Jack’s family wants to thank all those who have been part of his long and incredible life. A private gathering of family will be announced at a later date.

Edited by Coyote 2025-05-21 6:53 AM

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