Edward Clayton Conger, Jr, also known as Skip, was born to parents Edward Conger, Sr, and Emma Conger on November 1, 1939, in Bridgeport.

Edward has now joined his parents, four siblings, half-brother, and one son, Robert Wade, as well as his beloved dog, Katie, in heaven.

He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Kane Conger, of 56 years. They resided in Sandy Hook all of their life together. He is also leaving a son, Raymond Wade; daughter, Dawn Conger Legg; and son-in-law, Steven Legg; his seven grandchildren, Raymond, Kyle, and Travis Wade, Caroline Hindman-Leonard (spouse Scot), Dusty Buck (spouse Cole), Casey, and Bobbi Rae Wade; and one great-grandson, Kyle, Jr.

He worked most of his life for Powers Construction. He was a taper, painter, foreman, and man of many trades and talents.

His biggest hobby and love was farming beef cattle and baling hay. He loved hunting and fishing.

He died of natural causes on June 17, 2019, and will be forever missed.

Funeral services will be held Monday, June 24, at 10 am, at Honan Funeral Home, 58 Main Street, Newtown. Interment will follow in Zoar Cemetery. Calling hours will be Sunday, June 23, from 2 to 5 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Cancer Society will be appreciated.