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William J. Burgis

1940 - 2024

BORN

1940

DIED

2024

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Ryan-Parke Funeral Home - Park Ridge

120 South Northwest Highway

Park Ridge, Illinois

William Burgis Obituary

William J. Burgis. Age 83 of Park Ridge.  Born March 20, 1940.  Passed away January 13, 2024. Beloved Husband of the late Marcia Burgis.  Loving Father of Richard (Laura), Jeffrey (Tina) and Jonathan (Jennifer) Burgis. Dear Grandfather of Elizabeth, Riley, William, Andrew, Jack, and Brendan Burgis.  Fond Brother to Roger (Michele) Burgis and Barbara (Herb) Zuegel.  Funeral Mass will be held on Friday February 9th, 10 a.m. at St. Paul of the Cross Church, 140 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul of the Cross Church, The Center of Concern, or Alzheimer's Association. For a complete obituary please visit, www.ryan-parke.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 4, 2024.

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Susan McGarry

February 4, 2024

My deepest sympathy to all the Burgis Family at this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

February 4, 2024

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10:00 a.m.

St. Paul of the Cross Church

140 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL

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Ryan-Parke Funeral Home - Park Ridge

120 South Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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