Gary Harold Pollatz, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 22, 2026, with his beloved wife at his side.

Gary was born on May 30, 1935, to Harold and Marcella (Mathis) Pollatz. On September 4, 1954, he married the love of his life Rose Marie Ambrosius. They were blessed beyond belief to share over 71 years together. During those years they welcomed four children: Mike (Lori) Pollatz, Caryn (Daryl) Strauss, Tom Pollatz, Cathy (Pollatz) Divito, 13 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren.

Gary owned and operated Independent Printing in West De Pere until 1979. After selling the business, he and Rose Marie traveled the country in their RV and volunteered their time and talents at several National Parks and numerous charitable organizations. They were most grateful for the four years they spent together managing the Holy Name Retreat House on Chambers Island.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Don Baldwin, sister Pat Turriff, and several treasured sister- and brothers-in-law.

Gary's main goals in life were to be the kind of husband his beloved Rose Marie needed, and to be all he could with the blessings bestowed upon him by the grace of God.

Family and friends may call at Resurrection Catholic Church, 333 Hilltop Dr, Green Bay, WI 54301 on Thursday, January 29, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m.

The family wishes to thank Cynthia and all the wonderful caregivers at Unity Hospice for their compassion and excellent care of Gary and family during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers and contributions, please write a note, call a loved one, visit someone who may be lonely, or consider a donation to St. John's Homeless Shelter in Gary's name.  www.stjohnsgreenbay.org