Pollyanna Fossie
Pollyanna Fossie was born March 13th,1948 In Murphysboro IL and died March 16th, 2018 in St Louis Mo. At the age of 70.
Pollyanna was preceded in death by her parents William and Madie Little and her older brother Ralph Little.
Pollyanna is survived by her five brothers, Alex Little of Benton harbor Mi, Tim Little of Murphysboro IL, Riley Little of Murphysboro IL, Harold Little of St Croix, Virgin Islands and Joe Little of Centreville IL. She’s also survived by her four sisters Marcia Keene of Centralia IL, Georgia Jalivay of Springfield IL, Gloria Little of St Paul Mn and Lena Little of Edgemont IL.
Pollyanna is survived by her six children Derek Fossie of Murphysboro IL, Steven Fossie and his wife Rachel of Villa Ridge Mo, Miranda Rendleman and her husband John of Murphysboro IL, Rebekah Fossie of Columbia Heights Mn, Jeremiah Fossie and his wife Melissa of Minn Mn, Sean Fossie and his wife Maisie of Edina Mn.
She is survived by four grandchildren James Rendleman of Crystal Mn, Jasmine Fossie of Murphysboro IL, Isaiah and Desmond Fossie of Edina Mn. As well as many nieces and nephews and friends who will forever cherish their memories of her.
Pollyanna graduated from Murphysboro Township High School in 1966 and from Nursing school in 1967.
Pollyanna was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in November 1973. She devoted much time and energy to teaching her children and others about God’s word the Bible and it’s wonderful hope for the future through God’s Kingdom.
Pollyanna was very well loved and respected not only by her family and the congregation but also by many in the community . She made many friends when travelling to bible conventions out of state and many have kept in touch with her over the years. Yes ” Miss Polly ” affected and impacted the lives of many and truly will be missed.
Memorial Service to be held : Saturday April 14th 2018, 3:00 P.M., Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Murphysboro IL.
Prayers for your family, you have beautiful memories to carry you to the time that you WILL see her again! Remember, the new system is just around the corner…until that time? Don’t give up! ????
My Condolences to the Fossie Family, as well as the Little Family for the loss of your love one.
She was a very sweet and caring person
Cousin Lynn, Fannie Winston and Family
I never saw Aunt Polly without a smile, a kind word, and an infectious laugh. While we’ll miss her smiles, laughter, and loving ways, we’ll always remember how special she made us feel.
~Suzanne (Suzy, niece)
My Sister Pollyana. Fossie
I remember growing up with her and watching all her children, we always had fun.
Polly was a LPN and RN nurse back in the day that took her away from her children which is when I got to learn more about her and her children.
She moved forward to becoming a Jehovah Witness. I joined her at some of the assemblies to find out more.
I am going to miss her but I will always remember all the fun and good things about her.
May she rest in Peace.
To visit a family that you only know one person there and meet an individual in the home that treated you so kind that it removed all fear, that was Polly. As the years continued anytime our path crossed she had the sweetest smile and warmest hugs. Polly is in God’s Care, no better place to reside.
Dr. Annie Carol Jones
At times like this, it is difficult to find the right words of consolation and sympathy because there are no right words. But there are certain impericals that hold true….The GOOD LORD giveth, and the GOOD LORD taken away. Blessed be the name of the LORD!….and Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal! So to the Fossie and Little families, I am praying for your strength, peace, and faith in the LORD. Cast all your cares on HIM because HE cares for you!!
Our condolences to Pollyanna’s family . Although we only met her once, at the family reunion, her kindness and happy smile made a lasting impression. May she rest in peace, knowing that she served others in her compassionate profession.
Sending much love to all the family of beautiful Pollyanna. Her heart full of love will be long remembered.