Vern William Pomeroy died in Anaconda, MT on Dec. 10, 2023. He fought a long, hard battle with serious health issues beginning in the 1990s. He loved life and all things associated with his family and the mountains of Montana.
In 1958 Vern graduated from Powell County High School, Deer Lodge, MT. From there he proudly entered the Marine Corps and was stationed in San Diego, CA. Upon his honorable discharge in 1964, he returned to Deer Lodge and worked at the post office as well as a couple other jobs. Vern fathered four children in Deer Lodge: Greg, Glen, Jack, and Grace, while married to his first wife. He then moved to Spokane to begin a career in radio sales and advertising, which eventually took him to Ft. Worth, TX, where in addition to sales he managed a country western dance club. He returned to Spokane in the mid 70’s. He met his wife, Shelley, in 1984, married and became a step-father to Jason Sorini. His work transferred him back to Montana in 1985. Vern was also the family genealogist for over 35 years. It was his passion and he loved sharing family history and Montana history.
Vern was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Venita Pomeroy; infant brother, Wayne; and his older brother, Phil Pomeroy. He is survived by his children, Greg (Monica), Glen (Cathy), Jack, and Grace Pomeroy; Foster and stepson Jason Sorini; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Surviving siblings include Lorraine (John) Watson, Bill Pomeroy, Lorlyn Joy, and Judi Whitney.
Vern chose not to have a memorial service, instead wanted a quiet gathering of family to scatter his ashes at his hunting camp in the mountains. This will take place at a later date.
Rest well dear, sweet husband knowing you were loved by many. I will meet you again in Heaven one day.
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Axelson Funeral & Cremation Services is privileged to care for Vern and his family.
Mike Hansen says
Sorry to hear of Verns passing. Really liked our chats about hunting.
Ben says
I will always remember our rides up the mountain! We will ride again!
NAdine Anderson says
Thanks to vern the pomeroy history was started and published with cousin nadine pomeroy. I am so grateful to share his love of family history
Marynell Oechsner says
Vern was a very special Uncle to my kids. He was there for all of us in the good times and especially the bad times.
We had lots of fun both in MT and WY when we were able to get together. These are memories we will always treasure. Marynell
Keith says
The many baseball games. Camping, fishing, hunting, and hitching rides back home are some of memories with Vern from early years. RIP dear friend.
Jacoby Lowney says
Rest in peace Cousin Vern, I hold many wonderful memories of us doing genealogy together. You created that spark that still lives in me today. Rest in peace Vern.
Ted and Karen Lewis says
Shelley, we are keeping you and your family in our houghts. Our deepest sympathy and we will remember Vern and your visits with Rhea and Ray and with us.
Mike Moore says
OK Vern. Keep cheering cause our guys are doing it again. Sweet 16 for Gonzaga. As always, GO ZAGS.