In loving memory of Rev. David A. Grigor who sadly passed away on 18th December 2021 aged 92.
We appreciate that, in these current times, it will not be possible for everyone who might wish to attend to be present at the funeral. Please find below the link for the live stream, this link will become active on the day:
https://youtu.be/0WLnYSuEDj8
If you are attending, we would ask that you take a lateral flow test beforehand on the day of the funeral.
After the service, close family will attend the burial. Unfortunately, given COVID concerns and with long journeys home for many people, we are not able to offer the opportunity to meet together afterwards.
We would request that there be family flowers only, but should you wish to make a donation in lieu of flowers, there are details of two charities on the obituary page.
David was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He had been married to Stella for 64 years and together they had four children, Mary, Rachel, John and David, seven grandchildren and two great grandsons.
He served as:
Curate of Christchurch, Hengrove (1954-57);
Curate of St Mary’s, Marshfield (1957-60);
Vicar of St John the Baptist, Newport Barnstaple (1960-67);
Vicar of St Paul’s, Preston Paignton (1967-1973);
Vicar of Christchurch, Rio de Janeiro (1973-74);
Chaplain to Exeter School and part of the ministry team at Heavitree Parish (1974-77);
Chaplain to Brighton College (1977-88);
Chaplain to Warminster School (1989-92);
Part-time chaplain in San Pedro, Costa del Sol (1993-94);
Part-time chaplain at St George’s Tunis (1996-98).
My portrait of dad. Acrylic on canvas 80 x 100cms. Dad in clergy collar, playing his banjo with the Pelican (Brighton College). Star Stella(mum), Diamond 60 years marriage. Devon badge, 2 service medals, Rio Christos statue, MacGregor, Forces Chaplain.
A belated message.
My family and I met David while in Tunisia, during the early 1990's. We remember David with fondness, not only for his love of God, but also for his fellow man, and if I may, for us as a family. Both he and Stella took unto themselves to take care of their flock in Tunis, and provided us with care and love. They became the unofficial grandparents of my children, something that one cannot describe in words.
We were even blessed later in life when they came to visit us in South Africa, an unexpected and lovely surprise!
When remembering David, the words love, caring and support come to mind, words with meaning, and describing why it is easy to remember him.
May his sole rest in eternal peace.
Andries & Ilse Oosthuizen
David was the Chaplin at Brighton College when we were there. He came back to the College in 1991 to help the resident Chaplin at our wedding. It was an honour to be able to attend his funeral service today.
I will always remember David's smile and warmth with fondness, and gratitude for the joy of time spent with him.
Dad in 42 Russell Crescent, Wollaton, surrounded by all his memories in 2016.
Mum and Dad on a boat heading up the Rio Amazon summer 1987.
Such a special man i was honoured to have spent so much time with him and his lovely wife stella.God bless you David.
My uncle David. One of a kind. Always in my thoughts and always will be. With love from all my family. Xx
Dad 1981, sailing trip to France.
The flying padre.
Chloe with her Grandad on his 90th birthday.
John with Dad at Pizza Express
A good friend and colleague in Brighton.
The regular 'meet-up' team having tea at a cafe. Thanking you Gayle and Louise, I couldn't have done it without you. You were so lovely with David & Stella x
David at Nottingham Airport on a trip with Rachel and husband David - we will miss the outings Dad x
Stella & David celebrating Christmas 2019 with Oscar, Isaac & Rachel.
Oscar having a chat with his Grandad 2020
Dad drawing Rachel - discovering a new skill! 2017
David with his great grandson on the occasion of his 90th birthday, Nottingham 2019
My portrait of dad. Acrylic on canvas 80 x 100cms. Dad in clergy collar, playing his banjo with the Pelican (Brighton College). Star Stella(mum), Diamond 60 years marriage. Devon badge, 2 service medals, Rio Christos statue, MacGregor, Forces Chaplain.
Dad in 42 Russell Crescent, Wollaton, surrounded by all his memories in 2016.
Mum and Dad on a boat heading up the Rio Amazon summer 1987.
Dad 1981, sailing trip to France.
Chloe with her Grandad on his 90th birthday.
John with Dad at Pizza Express
The regular 'meet-up' team having tea at a cafe. Thanking you Gayle and Louise, I couldn't have done it without you. You were so lovely with David & Stella x
David at Nottingham Airport on a trip with Rachel and husband David - we will miss the outings Dad x
Stella & David celebrating Christmas 2019 with Oscar, Isaac & Rachel.
Oscar having a chat with his Grandad 2020
Dad drawing Rachel - discovering a new skill! 2017
David with his great grandson on the occasion of his 90th birthday, Nottingham 2019
Family Short in Devon with David & Stella
Isaac with his grandad 2001
Brighton days - will miss you Dad x
Mary & Rachel in the garden at Barnstable where Dad built a lovely tree house for us.
A young dad with his rugby team.
A very proud father on his eldest daughter's wedding day. Brighton College 1985.
Very fond memories of my father in law. On my wedding day to David and Stella's wonderful daughter Mary, Brighton College 1985. Miss you Dad.
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