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Catherine Furlong Obituary

Furlong, Catherine A. (nee Poszywak), age 60, late of Tinley Park, IL. Passed away October 1, 2004, at her residence after a courageous battle with cancer, her loving family was at her side. Beloved wife of Richard for 41 years, loving mother of Kelly (Daniel) Foresman, of Lockport, IL, Brian (Gina) Furlong, of Frankfort, IL, Douglas (Dina) Furlong of Frankfort, IL, proud grandmother of Jeffrey and Nicole Foresman, Justin Green, Stephanie, Samantha, Shannon, Jacquelyn and Peyton Furlong, fond sister-in-law of James and Charles Furlong, preceded in death by her father John Poszywak, maternal grandfather Edward Powell and her in-laws Richard and Bernice Furlong. Funeral service Tuesday, October 5, 2004, 9:30 a.m. from the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 S. Harlem Ave., Tinley Park, IL, to St. George Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Catherine was a minister of communion at St. George, a member of St. George AGAPE Group. Member of Jennifer S. Fallick Cancer Support Group. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Vincent DePaul Society St. George Chapter, 6707 W. 175th St., Tinley Park, IL 60477. Visitation Monday, October 4, 2004, from 2:00 to 9:00 p.m., www.vandenbergfunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 3 to Oct. 4, 2004.

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Howlett Family

October 5, 2004

From our family to yours--- We send you our deepest sympathy. A loss of a loved one devestates the entire family; just remember to hold each other and never forget the love bestowed upon you by the one you have lost. May you find peace in God, because you know that is where she is now. God bless all of you.

Joann Lewis

October 4, 2004

Dear Rich

Am very sorry to hear about Kay's death. Will be praying for your family during this very difficult time. I knew both of you from St. George and the train. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Joann & Chuck Lewis & Family.

TED JANOWICZ

October 3, 2004

DOUG VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM, I KNOW THE FEELING MY MOM DIED LAST YEAR ON MY BIRTHDAY. TED

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