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William Ormeno Obituary

Ledyard - William J. Ormeno of Gales Ferry, passed away peacefully Aug. 16, 2014.

He was born Feb. 17, 1932, in Chester, Pa. He is the husband of Nan Ormeno.

Mr. Ormeno retired as a decorated gunnery sergeant from the U.S. Marine Corps in 1976, after serving 27 years.

A private funeral service with full military honors will be held at Arlington National Cemetery. There are no calling hours.

Byles Memorial Home, 310 Thames St., Groton, is assisting with the arrangements.

"He fought the good fight, he finished the race, he kept the faith." - 2 Timothy 4:7.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Aug. 19, 2014.

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Rob Evert

September 13, 2014

Best supervisor ever at UNC. A shot of Old Grandad in your honor. Thanks Gunny Bill.

Jim Jordan

August 20, 2014

Nan & Family,
You have my Deepest & Sincerest Sympathy on the loss of your husband. My Thanks for his service.

OOH RAH!

Herb USMC

August 19, 2014

27 Years

Herb USMC

August 19, 2014

Herb USMC

August 19, 2014

G/Sgt. of Marines

Herb USMC

August 19, 2014

Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC

August 19, 2014

God Bless/RIP,to ALL who served in The United States Marine Corps. Thank You for your service,G/Sgt.Ormeno....... And Semper Fi.

Tekla Wirhun

August 19, 2014

Condolences and deepest sympathy to Nan and her family. We will miss Bill. May his memory be eternal.

August 19, 2014

Thank you for your service Mr.Ormeno, may you rest in peace.

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