Gregory Louis ‘Greg’ Pollack, age 73, of Helena, passed away March 9, 2013 at his home in Helena.
Greg was born December 23, 1939 in Helena, Montana to Wendlin ‘Barney’ and Janet M. (Moisan) Pollack. He attended St. Helena Grade School and graduated from the Cathedral High School before going on to the Montana State University in Bozeman for a year.
Greg worked for Helena Sheet Metal Works since 1956, being owner and operator, taking over from his father. He married Diana Carpenter on July 11, 1961 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Helena. They enjoyed 43 years of marriage before her passing in September of 2004. Greg loved classic and antique cars, model garden railroading, fine dining and travel.
Greg was involved in the MT Pioneer and Classic Car Club-Life Time Member, Capital Carriages Antique Car Club, Chamber of Commerce, Moose Lodge, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, AARP, National Home Builders Association, and Contractors Association. He also was a member of Kiwanis, Eagles, and Elks.
Greg is survived by his sister, Elizabeth J. ‘Betty’ Pollack of Helena; an aunt, Helena Goetz of Helena; cousin, Shirley Ann Call and her husband, Mark of Washington; and John R. Moisan and family of Minnesota. Also surviving him are special friends, Gloria Purcell, Garry Guettler, and Hank Bomar all of Helena; many friends and many other relatives. Gregory was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Diana.
Greg wanted cremation and no services. His only request was to “Remember me as I was, enjoying life.” He will be laid to rest with his wife at Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice. To offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Gregory, please visit below.
Service Schedule
Inurnment
Friday March 15, 2013
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Inurnment
Friday March 15, 2013
Resurrection Cemetery
3700 N. Montana Ave.
Helena, Montana 59602
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Gerald Larson says
Our sympathies.
We went to school together and lived in the same neighborhood. Also involved in old cars –
Many people knew Greg, he will be missed.
Allen Stenhjem says
Class of 1958 CHS, Great times and memories Greg . God Bless.
Kristy McCormick says
Betty, I am so sorry to hear about Greg. He was a sweet man and we will miss him at the Summit Club events. I am thinking about you girl. God Bless!
Steve Netschert says
Greg, I’ll miss seeing you and your “Red Cube” at the Donut Hole. My sympathies to your friends and family.
Leon and Marsha Belville says
Gloria, Sorry to hear about your friend Greg. We have had alot of good times with you two.
Kathie Arlint says
Betty, So sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the rest of Greg’s family and friends.
Cathy and Harlan Rudolf says
Greg, we will miss you and your happy smile. You were very nice to my mom and made sure she had a lot of fun in her life. We wish you the very best.
Betty, we are so sorry for your loss.
fred radke says
Went to school with Greg.Greg and Hank did excellent work for me when I was in the construction business.I am sure Greg will keep heaven just the right temperture.
Dave Ryan says
Greg and I had some good times in school. Have’nt seen him in a long time, but never forgot him. Sorry for you’re loss Betty.
Pat (Ryan). And Denis Bessler says
Betty I am so sorry for the loss of your brother,I just want to offer you our condolences. You take care and you are in our Prayers
John and Kathy Gummere says
Our deepest sympathy to Greg’s family and friends ,and especially Gloria. We would never had met Greg if not for you ! He sure loved going to Hunting Camp and hanging out ,and especially the auctions ! We had some great times ,and our memories will stay with us forever of your kindness to all around you !
You are in our prayers .
Bing and Joan Bowers says
Bing was a classmate of Gregs at Cathedral High School and later in life we started getting acquainted again at Last Chance Casino and gambling trips to Wendover and the gambling trip last Fall with the Summit Club. Betty and Gloria, we are so sorry for your sudden loss and realize we all lost a good friend.
Lori and Todd says
Our lives are richer because we could call Greg our friend. We will miss him–but he will always be part of us.
Jill Murfitt says
Betty, I’m very sorry for the loss of your brother. My memories of him are all with a smile on his face! My prayers are with you. May God comfort you.
Pat Downs says
Betty, as you know our friendship with Greg and Diana started with the beginning of the Car Club, skiing at the Cabin, a wonderful week with sunshine and powder at Big Sky, and to top it off skiing the Matterhorn. It was a good life, and my heart goes out to you Betty, you were a great sister. I have shed a few tears for my friend, the family send you their love.
Sue Wilke says
So very sorry to hear about Greg. We will miss seeing him at the bank! He was always a gentleman. Sue Wilke