Funeral Notices

Recent notices, along with funeral information for family and friends

Date of passing: Thursday, 28 August 2025
Service date and time: 1:30 PM Wednesday, 03 September, 2025
Service venue: Dempsey and Forrest - 208 Guyton Street Whanganui

Passed away peacefully with family by his side, on 28 August 2025, aged 83 years.
Grenville was the funniest, kindest and most thoughtful man.
Our hearts are broken.
Loving husband, best friend and soulmate of Jocelyn.
Adored father and father-in-law of Sarah and Thomas and Rachel and Simon.
Loving grandfather of Seamus, Joseph and Christian and great grandfather to baby Jackson.
He was a much loved son of Howard and Joyce Pomeroy and brother of Ruth, Katherine, Eric, Christopher and Nelson.
Gren was a rare spirit, his warmth and humour brightened the lives of all who knew him. 
With heartfelt thanks to the staff at Kōwhainui Home and Whanganui Hospice.
Family and friends are warmly invited to honour and celebrate Grenville's life at his funeral service on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 at 1.30 pm in The Forrest Lawn Chapel, 208 Guyton Street Whanganui.

Dempsey & Forrest
Locally Owned

Joanne & Jonathon Gichard on 01-09-2025 09:25 PM
Dear Jocelyn and family.
We are so sorry to hear that Grenville has passed away. We will always remember him as the ‘silver fox’ during our time at Intermediate. A man of good humour and stories.
Sorry we can’t be there to celebrate his rich life with you. May he rest in peace.
Kind regards
Jo and Jonathon
Carole Carroll on 02-09-2025 01:54 PM
Dear Jocelyn and family
Matt and I have just heard the news of Grenville’s passing. We are so sorry to hear that. We have so many amazing memories of him. Such a larger than life funny and happy man. Unfortunately we are out of the country as we would have loved to have celebrated his life and stories at his funeral tomorrow. Much love Jocelyn. Matt and Carole
Carolyn Stent on 02-09-2025 03:37 PM
Jocelyn and family. My thoughts are with you all at this very sad time. Yes, Grenville was all that you have said, a funny fun loving gentleman. You have been amazing with all that you have done for him over the years. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Love Carolyn Stent
Peter Hickey on 04-09-2025 04:07 PM
Dear Jocelyn and Family
I have just read this news today and was saddened by his passing as well.
I have many fond memories of our time we shared together and always appreciated his and your kindness, humour and warmth towards me when I used to come down and see you both.
He was a truly delightful person who entertained us all with his larger than life personality.
I want to send my love and sympathies to you and the family thinking of you during this sad time from Chongqing, China where I currently work.

Warmest regards

Peter Hickey
Taylor Staines on 04-09-2025 06:50 PM
I had the privilege of having Grenville as a teacher at Churton School, he certainly was one of the best teachers. I can specifically remember his tutorial to make Nasi Goreng, stories and each Friday giving out chocolate bars.
Thinking of the family during this difficult time.
Jan Eden on 05-09-2025 12:21 PM
My sincere sympathy to you all. I worked on the staff at Churton with Grenville and especially loved him relieving occasionally in my classroom as he was so wonderful with the children. He will be sadly missed by all.
Don and Trish Adams on 16-09-2025 06:37 AM
Dear Jocelyn, so sorry to hear that Grenville has passed away. Were unaware and are sorry we missed his funeral.
Kiri Joseph on 23-09-2025 03:22 PM
Kia Ora Family of the great Mr Pomeroy

I'd just like to say Mr Pomeroy was one of those Teachers of importance in my life.. he was my teacher in form 2 at Wanganui Intermediate School. He was the coolest teacher, understanding just kind and he's somebody il never forget.. much love to you Mrs Pomeroy xox
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