George Donges

George was a Merchantville guy who furthered his education at St. Joseph’s Prep and St. Joseph’s College. When he graduated, the Vietnam War was on and he joined the Air Force. He proudly served 26 years and saw most of the world. Along the way he was stationed in the Philippines and there collected his love, Sonia. It took some convincing, and some bribes to her dog, but they married 34 years ago on October 5. Saturday gifts of flowers, packing her lunch and spoiling Sonia lead to a strong union.rnGeorge was outgoing, enjoyed people, a great listener remembering details of things others shared. According to his sons he gave wise advise, was welcoming, and non judgmental. He kept meticulous records of everything he deemed important. As a youngster George attained the rank of Eagle Scout with troop 139 in Merchantville. He devoured books by the pound.rnIn addition to Sonia, George is survived by 3 sons: Gerald (Janemarie Collins), George (Elizabeth A), Geoffrey (Stefanie), a brother Ralph (Elizabeth R), a sister Anne Miriam Webber, and 2 grandchildrenrnCome celebrate 73 gregarious years Monday from 6 to 8 pm and Tuesday from 9 to 10 a.m. at Daley Life Celebration Studio, Swedesboro. Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, Swedesboro. Burial Harleigh Cemetery, Camden.rn –