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John Furey Obituary
PITTSFIELD -- John J. Furey, 69, of 240 Francis Ave., died Monday at Berkshire Medical Center.
Born in Pittsfield on June 29, 1938, son of Christopher and Mary Pizzuto Furey, he graduated from Pittsfield High School.
He served in the Marine Corps for four years.
Mr. Furey owned and operated Pro Painting for a few years and also was employed by the painters' union.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and going to Lebanon Valley Speedway, and was a fan of the New York Yankees.
He leaves two sons, Robert Furey of Colorado and Chad Furey Larosa of Adams; four daughters, Rebecca Barton of Swansboro, N.C., Chris Ellen Furey of Dalton, Jacqueline Nelson of Pittsfield and Mary Elizabeth Furey of Pittsfield; three brothers, Christopher Furey, Charles Furey and Michael Furey, all of Pittsfield; two sisters, Mary O'Brien of Lanesborough and Ellen Rice of Pittsfield; nine grandchildren; a great-granddaughter; and his former wife, the former Fonda Winters.
FUNERAL NOTICE -- A Liturgy of Christian Burial for John J. Furey,who died Monday, Nov. 12, 2007,
will be celebrated Friday at 10 a.m. at St. Mark's Church by the Rev.
John C. Salatino, pastor. There will
be no calling hours. In lieu of
flowers, contributions in memory of Mr. Furey may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, in care of DERY FUNERAL HOME, 54 Bradford St. Mr. Furey was predeceased by a brother, Robert Furey, in 1955.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Furey
November 17, 2007
Sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts are with you. Sharon
Terry Dean
November 15, 2007
Mike,
Sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry Dean & Ray Cook
Daniel & Karen Smith
November 15, 2007
Mike, Ellie,and Family,
We're so sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Pat Tatro
November 15, 2007
Jack's family Iam so sorry about Jacks passing. It is never easy loseing a loved one. I hope you all find comfort in your memories.He was a great neighbor. Deepest Sympathy to you all.
Amber Lafontaine
November 14, 2007
Mary,
I am sorry for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Paul Culverwell
November 14, 2007
Charlie Mike & Ellen, Sorry about the passing of your Brother John.
All my Love.
sandy cimini
November 14, 2007
Michael and Ellie
We're so sorry to hear about your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families.
Love Mike & Sandy Cimini
MaryLee Godfroy
November 14, 2007
Dear Becky and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I have'nt seen your Dad in some time now but will miss seeing him on my buddy list when I am on-line. I have a lot of nice memories of Jocko.I loved his stories.He was a very sweet man.I am sure He and PG are having a beer and a smoke. Thinking of you all.
MaryLee and all his friends at the Gallup Inn.
Marie (Bolognia) Greenleaf
November 14, 2007
Mary Ellen:
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You are in my thoughts.
Missy Hutchins
November 14, 2007
Ellie & family,
I am sorry to read of the passing of your brother. Know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Love, MIssy
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