Kathryn Patton Pollard, 75 of Morganton, NC passed away, Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Born on November 12, 1949, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Ruth Patton. Kathryn was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. She graduated from Glen Alpine High School in 1969. Kathryn retired with 30 years of service from Western Carolina Center as an administrative assistant. Kathryn enjoyed working in her flowerbed, taking care of all of her flowers. She enjoyed working crossword puzzles and playing solitaire. She loved her cats, going on beach trips during the summer, going on road trips with her loved ones, but most of all, she loved cooking Sunday dinners for her family and being around family.
Kathryn is survived by her husband of 58 years, Harold “Hicks” Pollard Jr.; son, Damon Pollard (Julie); grandsons, Dr. Pate Pollard, DVM (Savannah), Burke Pollard (Madeline), Avery Pollard (Clara); sisters, Frances Maynor (Doug), Kay Maynor; and a number of nieces, nephews, and extended family.
In addition to her parents, Kathryn was preceded in death by her brothers, Clifford, Garland, and Phillip Patton.
The family will receive friends from 1pm until 2pm, Monday, June 2, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. A funeral will follow in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with the Rev. Michael Gantt officiating. Burial will follow at Burke Memorial Park.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dear friends, we are so sad to hear of Kathryn's passing. She always had a smile on her face and such a sweet personality. It was a joy to see and talk with her. She will be missed. Praying for you all at this very sad time. We love you.



You will all continue to be in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. ❤️
So sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts & prayers.


Damon Julie and family I'm sorry to hear about Kathy's passing. I worked with her at JIVERSON Riddle for many years. She was always smiling and happy. She talked about how much she loved her family,especially Damon. She was very proud of Julie and her grandsons. Rest in peace Miss Kathy
Hicks, Damon, Frances and Kay and all of her other loved ones, my Heart is breaking 💔 over hearing of the passing of Sweet Kathryn, She was such a Dear Friend. I know she is with Jesus today, she was a strong Christian, she will be missed by all that had the privilege of knowing her. All of us that know Jesus as she did have she assurance that we will see her again. Sending all my Love and Prayers to a very special Family ❤️🙏🏼

Dean and I are so saddened to hear about the passing of Kathryn. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time today and also in the days that follow. Prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻