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Ralph Polley Obituary
After graduating from Danbury High School, he attended Dartmouth College.
He was employed as a physicist at NUSC until his retirement in 1981.
He married Melitta Ann Conner in 1962, and they moved to East Lyme in 1965, where they raised their family.
After his retirement, Mr. Polley was a musician playing the piano with a classical quartet as well as a band.
Mr. Polley is survived by his beloved wife Ann; daughter Allison (Andrew) Hirsch of Brookline, Mass.; and son Lee Jordan Polley (Liliana) of Manchester; as well as four grandchildren.
To honor his wishes services will be private.
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July 9, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Edith and ED Savage
July 7, 2025
we enjoyed many years music and conversation with Ralph and the family. He always wore a lovely, warm smile, through thick and thin. We miss a good friend.
The Christensen Family, East Lyme
July 7, 2025
He lived a good life. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dave Fairman
July 6, 2025
Rest in Peace
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