Louis “Peter” Pons Jr., 61, of C Street, Groton, formerly of Mystic, passed away Wednesday at his home.
He was born in New London on February 18, 1946 the son of Mildred C. (Batty) Pons of Mystic and the late Louis Pons. He attended local schools and was a 1965 graduate of Fitch High School. After completing his education, he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1965-1969.
Peter was employed as a zookeeper/caretaker at Mohegan Park for the City of Norwich for several years before retiring. In his spare time, he enjoyed the outdoors and wildlife, loved walking, reading, and country music. He was an avid Red Sox, NY Giants, and Women’s UCONN basketball fan.
In addition to his mother, Peter is survived by his sisters, Alice Mae Thompson of Griswold, Laraine Ann Main of Mystic, and Susette Marie Henry of North Stonington, his aunts, Gabriel Cunningham and Beverly Roberts; nieces and nephews, Deborah Irwin, Robert Thomas, Michelle & Joshua Main, Zachary & Jesse Henry; great nephews and niece, Tyler & Hunter Irwin and Katelyn Thomas. He was predeceased by his former wife, Jane (Horan) Pons.
His family will greet relatives and friends at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Historic downtown Mystic on Sunday from 1-3pm. A Funeral Service will be conducted on Monday at 1pm at the funeral home with the Rev. Mobby Larson of Ledyard Congregational Church, officiating. Burial and military honors will follow at Elm Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chariho-Westerly Animal Welfare Rescue League, P.O. Box 1237, Westerly, RI 02891.
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