Kathleen was born June 24, 1946 in Chicago to Frank and Myrtle (Kelly) Furgal. She graduated high school from St. Stanislaus Kosta Academy in 1964. She also became a Certified Professional Secretary through Harper College in 1994.
Kathleen had several jobs throughout the years, including Jewelry TV, Midtronics, Coach & Car, A-Tire, but she ultimately retired from United Airlines. Her time at United allowed her to fully embrace her love of travel. Kathleen traveled to 48 of the 50 states, as well as to many countries. Her 70th birthday was spent living in Alaska, where she was able to witness the Iditarod. She also attended multiple Olympics as a spectator and helped build two Rose Bowl floats.
Creativity was an important attribute of Kathleen. She enjoyed painting, creative writing, card making, upcycling, blogging, jewelry making, and pottery. She was a member of multiple organizations including quilt guilds, in particular Quilts of Valor, and Music on Stage theater group.
Kathleen was a traveling gypsy and loved being in new locations. While she may have been a bit unconventional, she could also be described as stubborn, quick-witted, and fierce but most important was her compassion. She was willing to help out wherever and whoever needed it. Kathleen loved her daughters and grandchildren. When her girls were young she coached them in soccer and was active in Girl Scouts.
Kathleen's spirit, love of life, and creativity will be cherished by all who knew her.
Kathleen will be greatly missed by her daughters, Caryn (Daren) DeWitt, Beth (Michael) Zender, Judi (Terry) Walda; her grandchildren, Jacqueline (Ben) Indurante, Daren (Carolina) DeWitt, Shannon DeWitt, Devin DeWitt, Micael Williams, Harrison Zender, Lauren Walda, Julianna Walda; her great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Gavin, Parker, Liam, Bryson, Mason, Riley; her siblings, Michael Furgal, Joe (Mary Jo) Furgal, Pat Furgal, Mary Glance; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Paul Furgal; her sister-in-law, Marion Furgal; and brother-in-law, Buddy Glance.
A visitation for Kathleen will be held Friday, August 16, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, 500 W Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, followed by a memorial service at 6:00 PM.
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