George Ongley

SALISBURY — George Ongley, 78, of Housatonic River Road died Feb. 7, 2009,  after a long illness. He was the husband of Mildred (McGhee) Ongley.

Mr. Ongley was born March 14, 1930, in Salisbury, the son of the late Irene (Parsons) and Alfred Ongley. He was a 1949 graduate of Housatonic Valley Regional High School. For many years he was a postal clerk for the Salisbury post office. He was also the sexton of the Salisbury Congregational Church for 39 years.

In addition to his wife of 49 years, he is survived by a daughter, Michele Hanlon of Salisbury; a brother, Alfred Ongley of North Canaan; two grandchildren, Caitlin and Laureen; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by three sisters, Patricia, Sally and Virginia.

A memorial service will be celebrated on Friday, Feb. 13, at noon. All other services are private. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salisbury Visiting Nurse Association, Salmon Kill Road, Salisbury, CT 06068, or the Salisbury Congregational Church, Salisbury CT 06068. The Kenny Funeral Home in Sharon has charge of arrangements.

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