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William Furlong Obituary
Furlong, William B. age 76, Marine Veteran of Korean War. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Terzich); loving father of William (Peggy), Brian and John; dear grandfather of Liam, Kylie and Conor; fond brother of the late Peggy; also survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, many nieces and nephews. Memorial Service Friday, 8 p.m. at Ridge Funeral Home, 6620 W. Archer Ave. (corner of Natoma). Interment private. Member of Quigley Counsel K of C. In lieu of flowers, donations to P.A.C.T.T. (Parents Allied with Children and Teachers For Tomorrow) P.O. Box 492, Oak Park, IL 60303, non-profit agency working with individuals with autism. Memorial visitation Friday, 2 to 9 p.m. 773-586-7900. 
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February 2, 2013
Dad-- six years now and it still hurts... I could use you right now, too as I've got a handful... I will listen for you tonight
bill furlong
June 14, 2007
Dad
It has been four months since your passing and think of you often. We miss you dearly but the memories are precious.
Your oldest son,
Bill
bill furlong
March 14, 2007
Dad
It has been a month now since your passing and I miss you dearly. It still seems that you are off on a work assignment or vacation.
Thinking of you all the time and cherish the time we spent together and hope you are watching over us and your family, with a smile!
Your First Son,
Bill
Peggy Furlong
February 25, 2007
I miss my dear father-in-law so much. I wish we'd had more time... for chats about practically any subject, especially the kids, or Billy. He always believed in his family. And, he loved to cook for all of us. I hope he has an amazing kitchen in heaven.
Jeanne Dimick (Gombas)
February 19, 2007
Dear Bill and family, We were so sorry to read about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Jeanne and Kevin Dimick
Bob Kenny
February 16, 2007
William Sr. was a kind gentle man who I will always remember with his cheerful ways. My sympathy and prayers.
Kathryn mouzakis
February 16, 2007
So Sorry for your loss Barb. We are all thinking of you. Your Friends at Ramblin' Rose Tours. Kathy Tom Melva Doris.
Ron Ostrenga
February 16, 2007
Bill was a great man who left a positive mark on all of the many lives that he touched. We will miss him.
Helen Mayberry
February 15, 2007
Bill was a friend of mine and co-worker at the Long Company. We had many wonderful and rewarding times together at Long.He loved his family and will be missed by all who knew him.
Jo Ann Rustik
February 15, 2007
It was great working with Bill at the Long Company. He really looked forward to retirement and spending time with the grandchildren.
Gary Swymeler
February 15, 2007
Bill was a wonderful individual. May the Good Lord hold him in his arms.
I worked with Bill at The Long Company.
Liam, Kylie & Conor Furlong
February 14, 2007
We miss our beloved Bada so much.
Rosemary Piszczek
February 14, 2007
Sorry for your trouble. I worked with Bill at Spector Frt many years ago.
brian furlong
February 14, 2007
I love you Dad
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