Joseph W. "Joe" Offerman's obituary , Passed away on February 25, 2026 in Galena, Illinois

Joseph W. "Joe" Offerman

February 25, 2026

Galena, Illinois

Joseph W. "Joe" Offerman's obituary , Passed away on February 25, 2026 in Galena, Illinois

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Furlong Funeral Chapel

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Joseph W. "Joe" Offerman

February 25, 2026

Galena, Illinois

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph W. Offerman of Galena, Illinois, who passed away on February 25, 2026, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph W. Offerman to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Offerman and Agnes Offerman (Brierty); and his siblings, Eugene "Gene", Marianne (Keyzer), Margaret "Peggy" (Leman) and Kathleen "Kathy" (Whiting).

He is survived by: his wife Joan Gallis; his children, Mary (Kelly) and John; and his siblings, Frances "Fran" O'Keefe and Vincent "Vin". He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Donations may be made in Joe's name to Safe Haven Humane Society in Elizabeth, IL, where Joe and Joan adopted many beloved cats.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Furlong Funeral Chapel



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St. Michael's Catholic Church
227 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036

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Mar 07

Funeral Mass

St. Michael's Catholic Church
227 S Bench St, Galena, IL 61036

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