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GERALD MURRAY POLLACK

 
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SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - Gerald Murray Pollack, 81, of Savannah, Georgia, husband of Riette Rabhan Pollack, died Sunday evening, January 3, 2010, at his home under the care of Hospice Savannah.

Born in Savannah, Georgia, he was a son of the late Irving Pollack and the late Annie Cranman Pollack. Mr. Pollack was a member of Congregation Bnai Brith Jacob. He was a 1946 graduate of Benedictine Military School and attended Armstrong Junior College. Mr. Pollack was a United States Marine Corps veteran having served in China and Guam and he was a member of the Jewish War Veterans. He was a professional photographer who was a founding partner in Pollack and Daly Photography and later he and his wife owned and operated Gerald Pollack and Associates. Mr. Pollack was a member of the Zerubbabel #15 F & AM and an avid bicycle rider who was a member of the Coastal Bicycle Club. He volunteered at the Veterans Administration Clinic and served on the board for the Chatham County Board of Registrars. Mr. Pollack loved his synagogue, his family, his friends, and was an especially good grandpa.

Surviving are his wife of 59½  years, Riette Rabhan Pollack of Savannah, Georgia; two daughters, Shelley Kaplan and her husband, Steven, and Donna Epstein and her husband, Jay, all of Savannah, Georgia; one son, Irwin Pollack and his wife, Katie, of Livingston, New Jersey, and five grandsons, Jason Cowen, Marc Pollack, David Kaplan, Jacob Pollack and Richard Epstein.

The funeral service will be held at 11:30 o'clock Tuesday morning at the graveside, Bonaventure Cemetery, conducted by Rabbi Avigdor Slatus.

Remembrances:  Congregation Bnai Brith Jacob – 5444 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405 or Rambam Day School – 5111 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405 or Jewish Educational Alliance – 5111 Abercorn Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405 or The Major Aspects of Growth in Children (MAGIC) Foundation – 6645 West North Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Thank you to all of the allied health professionals for their excellent care.




Online Condolences (10)add
... : Shelley Kaplan
I miss you daddy and always will! We fought a tough battle together and I will never forget our last year together! I love you forever!!!
Shell
January 05, 2010
... : Albert and Sandy Epstein & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
January 05, 2010
... : Lisa Looney
Sending my love and condolences to all of you.. Uncle Gerald was super special.

Love,
Lisa (Blank) Looney
January 05, 2010
... : Rose Cook
Mr. Pollack was a volunteer who never said no at the VA. He was dependable and faithful and I cam to love him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
I thank God for having let me be his friend
January 06, 2010
... : Jan
Dear Grecian,

Your time with us was too short...I will cherish the years and memories I have stored away... you were a wonderful Uncle and one of the kindest men that walked the earth. Thanks for welcoming George with such warmth and love.... you were very special and dear to him. Annie and Abigail loved you too. You will be truly missed..
Love, Miss Maybelline

January 06, 2010
... : Joe Kreger
Gerald was a special friend to all of us in the Age In Motion group that rode together for years at Hunter. Midway through our rides 4-6 of us would take a break on the porch at the golf club and solve all the world's problems. I remember how Gerald reveled in these light hearted discussions of politics, religion and the good old days. We'll miss you buddy.
January 06, 2010
... : donna epstein
My Polly Pocket!! All the calls, cards and visitors this week is a true testament to your character. You were a great dad and a superb grandfather especially to Richard. Ditto what Shelley said. We will take care of Didi!!!
love , Donna
January 07, 2010
... : Edward Wexler, Colonel Ret
Riette and family, I was deeply saddened to hear of Gerald's passing. I recall the care he took in photographing our wedding 42 years ago and more recently my daughter's wedding (Eric and Susan Darling) The photos are priceless as is his memory. Please know that I am thinking of you during this most diifficult time. Edward Wexler, USAF Ret
January 08, 2010
... : Irwin Pollack
Dear "G"..."Jezul"

You went by many names, but I will always remember you as DAD! You could not have been a better father and role model to me. You were a wonderful, caring and kind soul who touched so many lives and played such a big part in so many lives!! You would surely enjoy the stories being told about you as our family observes the ritual of "sitting" shiva. So many people have contacted the family to express their sadness at your passing, while at the same time expressing the profound joy they found in the relationships made with you.

I will do everything in my power to live up to the standards that you set for being a man, father, grandfather and leader. I am so thankful that I was able to spend the last few weeks of your life with you and will cherish our time together. The family is going to be okay and we will not let you down. Your spirit and internal strength is being shared with Lini, Shelley, Donna and the rest of the family. You had a profound effect on Katie, Marc and Jacob and we love you with all of our hearts and souls!! Rest in Peace and continue to guide us and look over us!!!!!!!

With love and admiration,
Irwin..."Irv"
January 08, 2010
... : Katie Pollack
"G"
What is the measure of a man but the legacy that he leaves behind. You "G" have left quite a legacy!!!! The most simple words "He was a good man!", a simple statement yet so very powerful!!! Not everyone gets to meet a good man, let alone have such a man for a father in-law. You have taught me much!! What a good man means to me: A good man is a man that stands behind his words. A good man puts his family and friends before himself. A good man shares a smile when a loved one is brought to tears and needs that smile the most. A good man provides for his family while never sacrificing his integrity even when life gets tough. A good man shares his insights and wisdom and provides direction to his loved ones when the right direction is not yet known. A good man stands up for what is right not just with words yet with action even when it may not be popular. A good man never forgets that his first love is to G-d and allows G-d to direct his days. A good man can be counted on to be there for a loved one to share stories and life experiences and enjoy a laugh or two. A good man does not judge but gently directs. A good man stands strong and fights the good fight!

You "G" have blessed me, Irwin, Marc and Jacob with many memories and we love you and will always love you. What I most thank you for is being the kind of man that has taught Irwin how to walk in your footsteps!! You have lead by example and I know between Irwin and you guiding the way, you both will lead Marc and Jacob down a path worthy of the "Pollack" name. I cannot thank you enough for what you have given our boys, your grandsons! Whenever they hear of Gerald Pollack, thier Grandfather they can stand with pride and carry on the legacy thier grandfather through example has proudly put before them. I beleive they will be worthy one day as they grow into men to proudly call themselves a "Pollack" sons of, Irwin Pollack, Grandsons of Gerald Pollack!!!!! I will never be able to thank you enough for that!!!! I love you "G" and will always remember the laughs and tears we shared!!!!! "A good man simply stated can be none other than Gerald Pollack!!!" Love your daughter in-law, proudly, Katie Pollack
January 09, 2010
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