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  • William “Roger” Furlong, 77, of Galena, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at his home. He was born November 3, 1946, in Galena, Illinois, the son of William and Camilla (Reed) Furlong. He married Linda Pfohl on December 12, 1970, at Nativity BVM Church in East Dubuque, Illinois. Roger graduated from Scales […]

  • Floyd A. Wieters, 99, of Galena, IL, passed away six months shy of his goal to become a centenarian, on Monday, January 29, 2024, at Galena Stauss Senior Care Community. A funeral service will be held at 1 PM, Monday, February 5, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, where friends may call after Noon […]

  • We are sad to announce the passing of Ronald A. Spillane of East Dubuque, IL on January 24, 2024. Ron died at the age of 82, following a short illness. The loss of his presence leaves a huge void, and he will be forever missed. The funeral mass will be held at 11:30 AM, Saturday, February […]

  • Marlene C. Bastian, 87, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Galena, IL, passed away Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Ennoble Manor, Dubuque. Funeral services will be held at Noon, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of service. Burial will be in […]

  • Richard “Dick” Eisbach, 86, Galena, formerly of Byron, MN passed away  January 17, 2024, surrounded by his wife, Geraldine, his brother John, and sister-in-law Ginger. A family gathering and celebration of life is being planned for later this year. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. His final months were spent at home […]

  • Kenneth F. Holman of Geneseo, IL formerly Galena, IL was called home Monday, January 22, 2024, at the Allure of Geneseo Care Center, Geneseo. The funeral service will be held at Noon, Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of service. A Masonic service will […]

  • Dr. Brenda Ann McKinney, 70, of Galena, IL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may call after 11 AM until the time of service. Burial will be […]

  • Shirley Jean Jahncke, 96 of Galena, IL passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Galena Midwest Senior Care Community Center. The funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Monday, January 22, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Friends may call from 2 to 4 PM, on Sunday, January 21, 2024, at […]

  • Patricia G. “Pat” Woodard 84 of Galena, IL passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at her home. A celebration of life will be held at 11 AM, Friday, February 9, 2024, at the Galena Bible Church, Galena where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of service. Burial will be held at a […]

  • Lonna L. McDermott, 86 of Galena, IL passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Mercy One, Dubuque, IA. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the United Methodist Church, Galena, and where friends may call after 10 AM at the church until the time of service. A gathering […]