Linda M. Pollock

With hearts full of both sorrow and gratitude, we reflect on the beautiful life of Linda M. Pollock, who departed this world on August 8, 2026, in Southaven, Mississippi. Born on May 20, 1947 in Indiana, Linda’s journey through life was marked by kindness, unwavering faith, and a love for family that reached beyond measure.

Linda was known for her gentle and caring nature—a woman whose warmth touched all who knew her. Her family marvels at the truth that they never saw anger from her, only patience and a boundless ability to forgive. Beneath her quiet strength was a joyful spirit, expressed most often in song. Linda loved to sing and found immense joy in lending her voice to her church, filling the sanctuary with melodies of faith and hope. Her love for music was a thread weaving together her spiritual devotion and her affection for those around her.

Her days were brightened by simple pleasures: a good puzzle, the company of a well-loved book, and the harmony of a song sung from the heart. Linda approached these joys in the same way she approached life itself—with care, mindfulness, and gratitude. She loved God deeply, and her devotion resonated in every interaction and every act of kindness she offered.

The stories shared among loved ones reveal a tapestry rich with memories. Her son, Stephen Pollock, especially cherishes the countless camping trips they took together—adventures beneath starlit skies, the comforting crackle of a campfire, and the treasured moments when mother and son forged lifelong memories in the gentle embrace of nature. It is no wonder that Stephen remains Linda’s proudest accomplishment—a testament to her dedication and love as a mother.

Linda’s legacy extends further, embracing her surviving son, Stephen Pollock; her brother, Dale Stasko; her beloved granddaughter, Heather Hicks; and her nephew, Little Joe Stasko. Each carries a part of her gentleness, wisdom, and love with them. Though nothing can fill the void her passing leaves, her enduring influence will be felt for generations.

She joins in eternal rest those she loved dearly: her father, Andrew Stasko; her mother, Rosemary; her beloved husband, Jim Pollock; and her brothers, Joe, Danny, and Dave Stasko. Their memories are held close and honored by those who remain.

Linda’s life will be celebrated with a visitation on August 13, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at The Carter Memorial Chapel at Twin Oaks Funeral Home, 290 Goodman Road East, Southaven, MS. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. at the same location, after which she will be laid to rest at Forest Hill Memorial Park South, 2545 E Holmes Rd, Memphis, TN 38118, beginning at 1:30 p.m.

Those who knew Linda remember her not only for her laughter and her song, but for her unconditional love—for her family, her faith, and for the world around her. The kindness she lived by endures, and as we gather to remember her, our sorrows are softened by gratitude for the gift of her life.