John A. Ray's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2025 in Galena, Illinois

John A. Ray

June 23, 2025

Galena, Illinois

John A. Ray's obituary , Passed away on June 23, 2025 in Galena, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Furlong Funeral Chapel

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John A. Ray Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John A. Ray of Galena, Illinois, who passed away on June 23, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John A. Ray to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, John is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that John's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 18th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Furlong Funeral Chapel (100 Caroldon Ct, Galena, IL 61036). A masonic service will be held on Friday, July 18th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the same location. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Furlong Funeral Chapel



Fri

July 18

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Furlong Funeral Chapel
100 Caroldon Ct, Galena, IL 61036

Fri

July 18

Masonic service

7:00 PM

Furlong Funeral Chapel
100 Caroldon Ct, Galena, IL 61036

Sat

July 19

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Furlong Funeral Chapel
100 Caroldon Ct, Galena, IL 61036

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