William G. Harlan's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2026 in Skokie, Illinois
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William G. Harlan

April 12, 1938 - January 18, 2026 (87 years old)

Skokie, Illinois

William G. Harlan's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2026 in Skokie, Illinois
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April 12, 1938 - January 18, 2026 (87 years old)

Skokie, Illinois

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William G. Harlan Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate William G. Harlan (Skokie, Illinois), whose life came to an end on January 18, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William G. Harlan to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Pauline Harlan (Brush) and William Gordon Harlan. He is survived by: his wife Arlene Halfar; his children, Heather, Bill Jr. (Melissa), Mark and Dru van Harten (Martijn); his grandchildren, Michael, Triona and Ronan OBroin; his children, Grace, Will, Rose Harlan, Leah and Isabel van Harten; and his sister Pauline Viertel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Sr. Paulanne's Needy Family Fund, c/o Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1775 Grove Street, Glenview, IL 60025.

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January 20, 2026

With love, Kelly Colonna and the Colonna and Co Interiors Family sent flowers

“Heather and Family, Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. With love, Kelly Colonna and the Colonna and Co Interiors Family”

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Jan 22

Visitation

Donnellan Family Funeral Home
10045 Skokie Blvd, Skokie, IL 60077

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Jan 23

Funeral Mass

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
1775 Grove St, Glenview, IL 60025

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Jan 23

Graveside service

Queen of Heaven Cemetery
1400 S Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162

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