Mary Jane Pollard, 80, of Alexander, Arkansas passed away surrounded with love on Sunday, January 1, 2023. She was born to Elbert and Neva (Seacrest) Evans on Wednesday, October 28, 1942, in her home in Huntsville, Arkansas. The ones who knew Mary, knew how much she loved to paint and travel the world. She loved being surrounded by her friends and family—especially at one of her famous "Mary's Christmas Parties." She was also a part of the Eastern Star.

She is preceded in death by her father, Elbert, and her brother, John Evans.

She is survived by the love of her life of 19 years—24 years all together, Jim Pollard; her two sons, Bryan and Steven Cox; one daughter, Tina Bell; her mother, Neva; two sisters, Sharon and Shirley; several grandchildren and many great grandchildren; along with many many other family and friends who all love her and will miss her greatly.

Her celebration of life will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023, from 12:30-1:30 P.M. at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CARTI. Donate here.

A special thanks to Dr. Rhonda Gentry for all the care and support from her and her staff.