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Joseph Pongonis Obituary

Joseph John Pongonis, age 66 of Norwalk, beloved husband of Diane (Thompson) Pongonis, died on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 at the V.A. Medical Center, West Haven. Born in Scranton, PA, he had served in the U.S. Navy during Vietnam, and was a former member of the Polish-American Club and the Knights of Columbus. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane, his children; Eric and Nicole Pongonis, and 5 grandchildren, as well as his step-children; John, Carl and Laurie Deflorio, Debbie Serafin and Lynn Deflorio, and a grandson.

A memorial service will be held at a later time. Memorial donations may be made to: V.A. Medical Center, 950 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516.

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Published by The Hour on Jun. 28, 2010.

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Mary Gordon

July 5, 2010

Diane,

Joe was the best man in our wedding, about 45 years ago. Bill and Joe were great friends and shared some great memories. My condolences to you and your family.

Mrs. Mary (William) Gordon

Marie Passaniti Salvino

July 4, 2010

I just learned about Joe's passing and my thoughts our with Diane and family.....Marie Passainit Salvino formaly of Norwalk now Florida

Richard Wilson

June 30, 2010

I knew Joe from the P.A.C. and always enjoyed his dry sense of humor, He was a great guy and he will be missed by all. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

June 30, 2010

Diane our deepest sympathy, sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Penny and family, Old Saybrook, CT

Connie Mace

June 29, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

NICOLE PONGONIS

June 28, 2010

DAD WE LOVE YOU AND YOU WILL BE MISSED, BUT I KNOW THAT YOU ARE WATCHING OVER US AND WE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL GUARDIAN ANGEL IN YOU......

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