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Charles W. Dupree, 52, of Galena IL passed away on January 21st after a valiant battle with cholangiocarcinoma cancer. He passed in his home surrounded by his loving family. Charlie was born on August 22, 1969, to Betty and Marvin Dupree in Chicago, IL. He attended both Jahn Elementary School and Carl Schurz High School […]

It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing in January of William Frank Slaughter, Galena, IL. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. Bill received his bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from Georgetown University in 1964 and spent his entire career working for Henry Crown & Company of Chicago, IL. He […]

Mildred “Mille” Stoewer-Allendorf 89, of Galena, IL passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at Midwest Medical Center, Galena. Funeral mass will be 11 AM, Saturday, February 5, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of mass. Friends may call from 4 to 7 PM, Friday, […]

Charlotte M. Scharpf, 89 of Galena, IL passed away unexpectedly but peacefully with her children at her side on Sunday, January 30, 2022, at Galena Stauss Senior Care Community. Funeral service will be 11 AM, Friday, February 4, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Friends may call from 4 to 7 PM, Thursday, February […]

Barbara Senne Hooper, 92, of Galena, formerly of Glen Ellyn, IL died Wednesday, January 19, 2022.  In keeping with her wishes, there will be no public visitation. There will be a memorial service at Grace Episcopal Church, Galena, and then a private burial at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Wheaton, IL.  Those will be held at a […]

Frank W. Holland, 61, of Galena passed away Monday, January 24, 2022, at Midwest Medical Center, Galena. A Celebration of Life will begin at Noon, Sunday, January 30, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena with military honors presented by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. Friends may gather after 11 AM […]

Constance Marie Basso née Byrne passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022. Her endearing Irish spirit, faith, and positive attitude helped her fight a courageous battle with cancer for over 23 years. She was the loving daughter of Cornelius and Lena Byrne of Chicago, IL. She attended Loretta High School where she met lifelong friends. […]

Richard Joseph Masterson Jr. beloved husband, father, and grandfather died December 29, 2021, at his home in Galena, Illinois. He was 69 years old. Rich was born to Richard and Elizabeth Masterson on June 29, 1952, and grew up in Philadelphia, PA. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Daniel Masterson, Donny Masterson and […]

Robert Clifton Temperly, age 88 of Hazel Green, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 16, 2022, ready to go home to be with Jesus. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. He was born September 20, 1933, […]

Carol Ann Souk, age 74, formerly of Normal, IL went to Heaven on Saturday, January 15, 2022, after an inspiring and courageous battle with cancer. Funeral services will be held at Noon, Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena, IL.  She was a graduate of University of Illinois, receiving her B.A., with […]