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William Robert "Bill" Pomeroy Jr.
1946 - 2016
William Robert "Bill" Pomeroy Jr.
1946 - 2016
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BORN
1946
DIED
2016
William Pomeroy Obituary
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Chester B Howard
July 14, 2025
Bill was nick named "Grit" in Delta Project due to his Southern Drawl. I met him in 1969, we both served in the Recon Section. The Project was Classified, once we left our compound in NhaTrang for an Op we were "Sterile", No Identification, No Dog Tags, No Patches, NoRank, No Name Tags or Beret just Tiger Stipe or Comoflaged cloths.
Grit was a quite, serious individual.
Liked by all, an exemplary soldier and fine a young Man as ever existed.
He is sorely missed.
I know Grit Volunteered to help Jesus the minute he landed in his presences.
See You soon Brother
GOD Bless You
COL Bob Cosby USARNG MC (R)
February 14, 2024
Still missing my 20th SF Group comrade and friend Chaplain Pomeroy.
Robert Pryor
May 29, 2016
So long old buddy. You were a great friend back in Training Group, an excellent translator when we needed someone who was fluent in Southernese, which I didn't speak. My best buddy in 3rd group and my companion on that long flight from McChord to Viet Nam. I can still see you standing there in Nha Trang as we said goodbye. You took off for Delta and I left for Bunard. You were a great man, Billy.
Jerry Quick
March 5, 2016
Bill was a good caring man and a true friend. The kind of friend you could call on any time and he was there for you. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
RIP brother until we meet again.
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Larry Norred
March 1, 2016
I was in the 20th Special Forces Group for 6 years from 1983 to 1989 and first recall meeting Chaplain Pomeroy in 1985 when we deployed to Spain as part of Operation 'Flintlock 85'. He touched me in all that he did for us, openly and 'behind the scenes' to make life better, have some fun and recreation. I remember he sponsored a 5K Run for us, had the T-Shirts printed and made us feel good about everything we were doing. He always had a smile on his face and was a powerful inspiration to me. I reported in to Jumpmaster School at the 2nd Battalion, 10th Special Forces Group in Fort Devens in the Summer of 1986 and ran into one of his former Delta, B-52 Team Mates from Vietnam. A Sergeant First Class who told me a lot about Chaplain Pomeroy that I did not know before. Bill Pomeroy was an exemplary American Hero, a Warrior and a Disciple of our Lord. He reminded us all what we are really here for, our main purpose in life. LTC Pomeroy will be dearly missed by all who knew him. God Bless Him.
"In my Father's house there are many Mansions...I go to Prepare a Place for You." John 14:2
Yolanda Arrington-Moss
February 29, 2016
Bill, we were present at your final resting place today! It was a beautiful and peaceful place. I know you would love it there. We all are going to miss you! Love you
Dennis Wilson
February 29, 2016
LTC Pomeroy was a great friend of mine. I cannot find words to describe just what a wonderful person he was. Alway put everyone before himself. He was a great warrior and will be missed here but heaven is a better place now that he has gone to be with the Lord. RIP Sir
Van Wallace
February 28, 2016
A Good friend and a great soldier!
Debra Honea
February 26, 2016
Bill was truly an amazing person in all aspects of his life but most importantly his desire and grace in serving our Lord Jesus Christ and sharing the gospel with any and all who may have been fortunate to cross paths with him. I can only imagine the countless number of people's lives that Bill had a positive impact on! I will forever remember his beautiful smile and kind heart. I send my heartfelt sympathy to Andy, Mary and Elizabeth.
Stewart Michelini
February 24, 2016
I met Bill Pomeroy the very first day he joined the 1st Battalion of the 20th SFG way back when. We became fast friends. He was a first class soldier as well as a good and moral man. Bill will be missed.
De Oppresso Liber
Scott Pomeroy
February 24, 2016
I just heard about Bill today. He was a fine man. My daddy thought so much of him. We all did. Prayers for his family. He and daddy are probably talking right now.
Tommy Smith
February 23, 2016
Bill was a great soldier and his experiences made him a great chaplain. He could relate to whatever the issue was that you wanted to talk about and always had an uplifting word. RIP, Bill, you will be missed.
DE OPPRESSO LIBER
Ted Williams
February 23, 2016
Bill was a great soldiers, exemplified by the awards that he earned in Vietnam. He will be remembered by the men of the 20th SFG as a great Chaplin and a good friend.
Jim Brown
February 22, 2016
I had a lot of conversations with Chaplain Pomeroy; he talked I listened. A great man and a good soldier. RIP.
Dennis McVey
February 22, 2016
Grit will be missed, I always enjoyed talking with him while in DELTA and at our reunions. He called me a few months ago just to chat and we had a great 20 min conversation. He was a warrior with a gentle soul. A good friend and good man. CSM(R) Dennis McVey
Kevin Griffin
February 22, 2016
Bill was a great man, father, Soldier and leader of men. He always had a smile and kind word. I called him once to talk about marriage and before long he came to my home and married us. He was that kind of man. He adored his son, always spoke of him. We lost a great man, a man that carried his burdens of war with grace and dignity.
"Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?' And I said, 'Here am I. Send me!" Isaiah 6:8. And Bill went and never looked back.
david smith
February 22, 2016
A life long friend . A true and honest warrior!
tom Boggs
February 22, 2016
Bill was one of two chaplains assigned to the 20th Group when I commanded it. I had nothing but high regard for him as a Chaplain, Soldier and friend. He was truly a good man.
Alice Meaders
February 22, 2016
Will and Andy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying God will give you strength and hope and comfort. I will miss him as we all remember his kindness.
jeff sutherland
February 22, 2016
Thanks Bill for your service to America and your friendship.
Psalm 23
COL Bob Cosby
February 21, 2016
Chaplain LTC Pomeroy family,
Chaplain Pomeroy was a fine Christian man and a good friend. It was an honor to serve with him in 20th Group, and so good to see him again at the Dining Out last May.
Since my sweet Mother's passing I have come to realize much more clearly that the reality of Heaven is just as much a matter of our basic Christian faith as our belief in the existence of God and Christ.
If we say we believe in Christ, we must believe that what He has told us is true about life after death in Heaven for all true believers.
In light of Heaven's actual existence and sure rewards, we can be happy for the gain of Chaplain Pomeroy and our loved ones' who have put their trust in Jesus Christ as their Savior and Lord, despite the sadness of our loss.
We can also be greatly comforted by looking forward to our reunion relatively soon with all those in the Lord who have gone on before us.
May God give His blessing and comfort as you put your full faith and trust in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the God of our fathers and mothers.
Wanderlyn Nixon
February 21, 2016
I worked with Mr. Pomeroy at SSA and he was a very kind and gentle man. RIP sir, condolences to the family. Wanderlyn Nixon
Terry Quarles
February 21, 2016
Bill Pomeroy was someone I considered a friend and was a man of moral integrity...you will be missed..RIP
DE OPPRESSO LIBER
Shellie Benefield
February 21, 2016
Andy, I worked with you many years ago at Family Services and wanted to express my sympathy to you in the loss of your brother. May God be with you and your family during this difficult time to bring you comfort and peace.
Tim Riley
February 21, 2016
I shared a office with Bill for 3years at the group .He was always encouraging those around him to do the right thing. He could preach a wonderful sermon and then he out shoot me all afternoon.What a great Chaplain for the group of pirates in the 20 th.He has run a great race for GOD.
Max Youngblood
February 21, 2016
I had great fellowship and conversations with Bill.
He will be missed.
SSG Brad Owens
February 21, 2016
Rest in Peace Sir, De Oppresso Liber
Charlotte and Larry Quinn
February 21, 2016
Our most sincere and deepest condolences to Mr. Bill's family. He was a good friend to my son and a well respected man. He will be greatly missed.
Cayce Brookshire
February 21, 2016
My friend and my Brother.
len cowling
February 21, 2016
Bill as a caring,giving person missed by us all, He was a warrior as a young man who has now joined his fallen brothers.
Donald May
February 21, 2016
Chaplin Pomeroy was 1 of the best officers I ever served with, not only a good officer but a true friend. Who could count on to always have your back. I meet him in 1980 and never once believe us was not there us SF guys. He was a great man and will be greatly missed. RIP Bill
Jason Dollar
February 21, 2016
Mr Bill was one of a kind. I'm grateful to him for his service to our country, and the freedom he helped maintain. He was a regular fixture in our church, basically part of the architecture. He never doubted the reality and love of Jesus Christ, constantly quoting Matthew 6:33 to both encourage and challenge others. I enjoyed our many discussions, which ranged from theology to politics and war history to family history. I'm going to miss him.
David Wright
February 21, 2016
Chaplin Pomeroy was an inspirational officer ... a good man. God bless the family.
Don Drasheff Sr .
February 21, 2016
I served two years with Bill at Group but I remember him most for coming down and visiting us on the Teams at Company level when we were in the field . He truly was a gentle warrior of God and my memories of him will be cherished .
February 20, 2016
Bill was a good friend from our old Merrimac, West Huntsville and Butler days. He was a good guy and it looks like his life showed it.
Danny Jordan
February 20, 2016
My sincere condolences for Bill's family. My family Bible was gifted to me by Chaplain Pomeroy during the Desert Storm deployment. You will be missed Brother.
Dana Grider, 20th SFG.
Phil Davis
February 20, 2016
Chaplain Bill was a man among men. His boots will never be filled! Forever the Bond! Phil (Doc) Davis
Timothy Payne
February 20, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss.
Gzry Pounders
February 20, 2016
May you rest in peace chaplin,you mentioned the world to so many good men and women. Will see you again when we meet the great Jumpmasters I the sky.
stanley kight
February 20, 2016
I have known Bill Pomeroy for most of my military carrier. I joined the chapel section in 1982 and I worked for Bill until we deployed to Fort Bragg for Desert Storm. I have so many stories I could tell you but Bill just was one of those people that could bring the happyness out of a person. His son Will was his whole life if you ever wanted to make him smile just start talking about Will. He was a great friend and a brother. RIP Bill we love you brother.
James M. "Mike" Cress
February 20, 2016
I knew Bill from my time in the 20th SFG(A). Bill was a true warrior with a difference. He provided Christian church services for the group during both drill and on annual training many times in an austere environment. When the 20th was activated for Desert Storm, the old Special Forces Chapel, closed for many years, was reopened and utilized by the 20th during certification of the unit for combat. While he was our chaplain, he was also an experienced Special Forces operator from his Vietnam experiences which allowed him to minister to the unique Soldiers of the 20th Special Forces. We thought a lot of Bill. I recall one incident what highlights how special he was. Bill went to considerable effort to obtain supplies so that a member of our unit could exercise his Jewish faith in a far away place. The package was a pleasant surprise to that member of the unit which prompted him to approach me about it. Bill was just that kind of guy.
February 20, 2016
I`M deepy sorry for the familys, loss may your hearts find comfort in gods beautiful, promises john 6:40
Joseph (Joe) Stone
February 20, 2016
I considered Bill as a good friend and have all of the respect and admiration for him as a man, soldier, and individual. I know he will be missed.
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