of Proctor, AR

March 4, 1945 - August 29, 2024

Robert E. "Bob" Pollard Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully in the family home in Proctor, AR on Thursday, August 29, 2024. He was born in Helena, AR on March 4, 1945 to parents Robert E. Pollard Sr and Doris Carlton Pollard Holtz. His is preceded in death by his parents and his wife of 49 years, Julienne ''Judy'' Latimer Pollard.

Bob is survived by 2 sisters, Pam (Terry) Falkner of West Memphis, AR and Babs (Greg) Ton of Franklin, TN; 2 daughters, Julienne (DJ) Penter of Trumann, AR and Robin Pollard of Proctor, AR; 4 Grandchildren, Jesse Penter of Trumann, AR, Eva Daughhetee of Proctor, AR, Annaleigh Penter at Mississippi State University and Robin Daughhetee at University of Oklahoma and 2 nieces, Jenny Ton and Julie Ton Henry.

Bob's childhood years were spent in Crenshaw, MS. He and his family later moved to Proctor, AR where he would graduate from West Memphis high school in 1963. During his high school years, he was a decorated football player where he earned the nickname ''Bear'', to which his grandchildren still lovingly call him. His high school career was also full of honor roll achievements and topped off with being President of his senior class. But he really loved to tell the stories being a ''protective big brother'' while affectionately teasing his adored younger sisters, Pam and Babs.

Bob attended Mississippi State University, where he was an active member of Alpha Tau Omega and met the absolute love of his life, Judy. In 1966, Bob and Judy graduated from MSU with degrees in Mathematics (Bob) and English Education (Judy). They were married on December 17, 1966.

Bob and Judy returned to Proctor, AR to farm with his father. Judy taught English in Earle, AR for 1 year, after which Bob convinced her to drive a tractor instead. They were active members of First United Methodist Church of West Memphis, AR where they led many Sunday School classes, leadership committees and children's activities.

Bob was an avid quail hunter, which included his beloved bird dogs, whom he and his father trained together. He was often known to comically miss family events for a good hunt.

Next to Judy and their girls, Rice farming was his life-long passion. If the weather permitted him to leave the farm, he was found at the lake showing off his water-skiing skills. But teaching others to water-ski became his passion, which led to so many genuine friendships along the way. All of this led to his true legacy, his 4 grandchildren of which he proudly referred to as his 2 farmers, 1 Accountant & 1 Meteorologist.

The life lessons he shared with his grandchildren were always rooted in Agriculture. Bob and Judy strived to show God's Love to every person in their lives. They truly exemplified unconditional love through their 49 year marriage that started with a marriage proposal on a blind date.

Visitation will be held at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home Chapel on Sunday, September 1, 2024 from 12:00pm-2:00pm with a memorial service to follow at 2:00pm in the Chapel. A private graveside service will follow. The family gives special thanks to special care givers, Kathryn Hodges with Elite Hospice and Versie Johnson and Denise Brownlee. In lieu of flowers, the family requests for lasting memorials to be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or other charitable organizations.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
201 North Pine Street
West Memphis, AR  72303
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com