Mr. Pollard Strong was born on December 10, 1913, to Mr. & Mrs. Rufus and Glynn Strong in Coosa County, Alabama. He went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 11, 2012. He spent his last days surrounded by the love, devotion, and care of his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and his team of healthcare professionals.

Mr. Strong gave his life to the Lord as a young man, and united with the Marietta Baptist Church. He became a devout man of God and was set aside to become a Deacon; however, he did not feel worthy to hold the position. He sought the Lord in prayer, and in a dream, God elevated him to the position of Deacon, where he served faithfully for decades. As Deacon Strong would say, “I put my hands to the gospel plow and never looked back.” He imparted his love for the Lord into anyone that would listen. He loved to talk about the Lord’s goodness, and he was a devoted servant.

“Daddy.” as he was affectionately called by the family, developed many special relationships over the years through the study of God’s word. He always kept his Sunday School book and his Bible close by his side. In his later years, he did not need his glasses to read the scriptures.

Daddy was also blessed with a deep rich bass voice. He sang with a male gospel group as a young man. He also taught his children how to sing when they were young. They formed a gospel group called the Gospel Caravans. Daddy was the manager, and the group performed at most of the local church’s.

During his early years, Daddy was a farmer, barber and carpenter. Additionally, he worked for Sterling Lumber company until his retirement. He could do anything he set his mind to. He built his own home in Goodwater, AL and spent many wonderful years there with his family and friends.

Daddy had many interests. He loved animals and cared for his pets until he was no longer ale to do so. He also loved good southern food. Daddy could bake a delicious skillet of corn bread. He also enjoyed watching the Atlanta Braves baseball team, and his home was always open to family and friends.

Mr. Pollard Strong, our father, grandfather, great-grandfather, father-in-law, brother, uncle, and friend touched our lives in many special ways. His presence in our lives was a gift we will always thank God for. His hearty chuckle, twinkling eyes, and easygoing ways always blessed our family. We are especially thankful for the covenant that he established with Jesus Christ and the legacy of faith he leaves behind. The Scriptures say,

The righteous will flourish like a palm tree, they will grow like a cedar of Lebanon; planted in the house of the LORD, They will flourish in the courts of our God. They will still bear fruit in old age; -Psalm 92

Rest assured, Daddy is now with his savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. The Lord says, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies.” -John 11:25. As Daddy would often say, “I am on my way to heaven, and I am enjoying the trip.”