Herbert A. Shay Jr. Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Herbert A. Shay Jr. (Galena, Illinois), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 17, 2024. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid Herbert farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Herbert is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.

He is survived by: his daughter Margaret Wachter (John); and his grandchildren, Johnathon and Sophia Wachter.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Dubuque or Mercy Home for Boys and Girls at mercyhome.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Furlong Funeral Chapel

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December 24, 2024

Fern D Ladd wrote a sympathy message

“Margaret & John & family: So sorry to learn about the loss of Herbert. Wishing you and your family strength and peace at the loss of my cousin, Herbert. Fern Shay Ladd”

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