Laura “Laurie” Pollock, age 71, of Clarkesville, Georgia, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026.
Ms. Pollock was born on January 21, 1955, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Charles William Schlabach and Helen (Knadler) Donegan-Brown. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Matthew Gray.
Laurie had a true love for music, finding comfort and happiness in the melodies that accompanied her throughout her life. She grew up in Maryland, where her love for the water first began, and later spent much of her life in Florida, creating many lasting memories there before living in Texas and Arizona over the past decade. In recent years, she made her home in Clarkesville, Georgia, embracing the peaceful charm of the mountains.
She had a deep appreciation for art and found great joy in supporting artists and creative expression. Her love for animals was equally strong, and she cherished the companionship and unconditional love they brought into her life.
Laurie was an amazing cook and loved to entertain. She was able to create unique, delicious dishes without recipes and enjoyed preparing meals for the people she loved. She will be remembered for her love of music, her appreciation for beauty in all its forms, and the care she showed to the people and animals she loved.
Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Mary Vestewig Schulze and Silas Schulze, of Richardson, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Lauren Gray and Robert Gray, of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Hayden Schulze, Rowan Gray, Elizabeth Gray; sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Randall Schultz, of Sierra Vista, AZ; sister and brother-in-law, Julia and James Baldwin, of Jonestown, TX; nieces and nephews, Benjamin (Hollye) Schultz, Samuel (Miranda) Schultz, Jennifer (Matt) Besinaiz, Allison (Michael) Waage, Claire (Kevin) Vences; great-nieces and great-nephews, Meryl Schultz, Nell Schultz, Charlie Waage, Elise Waage, Cristian Vences, and Katia Vences.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a local no-kill animal shelter or to a local food bank. No Formal Services will be held.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.
