"Memories will never fade. Keep them in your heart"
Michael Louis Furgason, 60, Indianapolis passed away peacefully September 3, 2009,
He was surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. Mike was born to John and Mary Jo Mooney Furgason January 9, 1949.
For 38 years he was involved in Pharmaceutical Sales and was currently employed by Dik Drug Company, Burr Ridge, Illinois. Mike was also part owner of Jarrett Engineering Indianapolis. However, his true passions were his Car Business, Golf and Tennis. He was formerly President of Fowler?s (Benton County) Little League for 9 years and was a Benton County Volunteer Firemen for 12 years and in the Navy Reserves.
He was preceded in death by his brother Pat Furgason, nephew Jeremy Furgason, Stepfather Charles William Carr, Grandmother Dorothy Mooney Price and Father John Furgason. He is survived by his wife of 39 years Ann Loomis Furgason, Wonderful children Shauna Blacker (Jamie), Megan Furgason (Alan Minniear), and Cory Furgason (Jane Hunt). Grandchildren Hanna, Katie, and Drew Blacker, Bella and Phaedon Griggs-Furgason and Macie Minniear, devoted Mother Mary Jo Carr, brothers, Gary Furgason (Dawn),Kevin Furgason, Willie Carr (Breeda), Steve Carr (Candy), Tom Carr, Bruce Carr (Mary). Sisters, Sheila Phillips (Bill) and Lizabeth McFerron (Tim) and caring brother-in-law Robert Loomis (Roxanne), extended family and all of Furg?s (?Bearman?) many friends. Quincy, Murphy and Peanut too!
Visitation will be Monday, September 7 starting at 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Leppert Mortuary, Nora Chapel, Indianapolis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, September 8 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Please visit www.leppertmortuary.com, where you can sign the guestbook or leave a message for the Furgason family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, American Cancer Society, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church or St. Vincent New Hope Support of Living.
The Furgason Family would like to express their deepest gratitude to Dr.?s Reumu Birhiray, Robert Liebross and Richard K. Freeman, Nurses Tammy Linback, Denise Monahan, Sarah Miller and Karen Schrader from Hematology Oncology of Indiana for their unending support, devotion, love and friendship. We are forever greatful!
"Memories will never fade. Keep them in your heart"
"Dear Ann and family, We are so sorry for the lost of Mike. He was a delight to be around. Always had a smile on his face. I will pray for your family and ask God to get you through this."
"What a Special guy that always had that big grin for everybody, he will be missed by many. Our thoughts & prayers to all your family. Love Pat, Nina & family"
"I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Mike. I met Mike while working at Paynes Pharmacy with Barb and Jim. Mike was always a delight to talk to when he was there.Melissa"
"ANN AND ALL, OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU...."
"We are blessed to have had you in our lives for so many years. We have many fond memories and will greatly miss you."
"Wishing you God's best. May His peace cover you, may His love overshadow you. May you find comfort in Him."
"So sorry to hear about Mike's passing. It's been 35 years since we talked, but I have fond memories of Mike and his family from Palisades. May he look down in love from his new home in heaven. God bless him and his family."
"It was many years ago, I believe during the 70's, that we met while I was president of the West Lafayette Little League. I remember Steve Sorenson bringing you to our field. My blessings to all relatives."
"Mike & I worked for South Bend Drug prior to1990. We had ajoining & overlapping territorries. We traveled to monthly sales meetings together & met for coffee every Monday afternoon. It was an adventure to know him. Big, booming voice & exciting are words that come to mind. We have lost track these last 18 years but I still feel I have lost a good friend."
"Ann and Family,I know it was very important to Mike to take care of the car situation. I feel fortunate to have met all of you and to have been a small part in bringing the new car into your family. Our condolences go to the entire Furgason family."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.."
"My thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time."
"May God be with you all during this time. We are praying for you. We love you!The Funk's"
"Ann, my staff at the Records division and the title company folks send their many, many thoughts and prayers to you and your family."
"You were the greatest DAD!!!! I WILL CHERISH YOU FOREVER AND EVER!! "
"Megan and Family-I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Make sure you hold on to the memories and stay strong as a family. You are in my prayers."
"Ann et.al.,We love you much, and pray the peace of Christ be with you all. I look forward to being with you and Mike's very large family over the next few days."
"So sorry to hear of Mike's passing. His vigor and passion for life were contagious, as were his smile and good humor. Mike was always a joy to be around, and he will be sorely missed. We will remember him, and his cherished family, in our prayers."
"So sorry for you loss, Shauna. We will keep you in our prayers!"
"My Love, you are finally at peace. I'll love you forever!!!!!!!"
"Mary Jo, Kevin and the Furgason FamilyYou are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. "
"To Mikes family,I worked with Mike while we were both employed at Amerisource. I also purchased 4 vehicles thru him at the auction. He was a delight to know, and a true gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"To Mary Jo Mooney Furgason:I am sorry for your loss of your son, Michael. He is in peace and join with his grandmother, Dorothy Mooney. I am Virginia OReilly Crockett's daughter. I am sure you remembered me. "
"Dear Furgason's, Our family's prayers are with you all! I have so many funny memories of your dad, Shauna, that still continue to bring a smile to my face:) Love to you all.... until we see him again in Heaven. Love, Jeanie,Mike, Cody, Jackson and Samantha"
"You were a great friend who will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Furgason family. Love you Furg."
"Dear Ann and family,I am so sorry to learn of Mike's passing. May you find comfort and strength at this time as you are lifted up in Prayer. With deepest sympathy..."
"Dear Ann, Mary Jo, Shauna, Megan and Cory and all, We had a quick gathering of about 30 people here at Palisades this morning to pray for the special grace you all need and feel at this time"
"My deepest sympathy to all family. I knew Mike many years as I am a pharmacist here in Lafayette. He would stop by the pharmacy, either at Arth Drugs when it was in business and then at Arnett Clinic on Greenbush where I later worked. He was always a happy guy, and loved to eat donuts or anything we had in the pharmacy. He was genuine, fun-loving, and always took care of our pharmacy needs. He often spoke of his family and how proud he was. He also had many stories to share and never seemed in a hurry. He will be missed, but I will choose to remember the happy times. Mary Jo Withered "
"Anne- We are so sorry to hear about Mike. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family. "
"Ann-I am so sorry to hear about Mike. I know he was a wonderful husband and father and grandfather. I hope all your good memories help you through this tough time. Cy"
"Megan, Bill and I have been praying for you and your family in the loss of your dad. We're so glad you wereable to spend time with during these last few weeks. If there is anything at all that we can do to help, please give Bill or me a call or email. Sincerely, Bill & Shar"
"Shauna:I read of your father's death in our local newspaper (Journal and Courier). I wanted to say how sorry I am, and hope God comforts you and your family during this sad time. Your former high school Spanish teacher at Benton Central,Sincerely, Jill Franklin-Macias"
"Dear Ann, Mary Jo and Family:Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Mike was a great guy, a good friend and we will miss him. We had many great (like wild and crazy) times together in our younger days in Palisades. Thoughts of Mike will always bring a smile. "
"To the Ferguson Family-You are all in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. I have many fond memories of Mike and all of you when you lived here in Fowler. He always had such a great smile and was such a positvie asset to this community. God bless."
" We've been at the cottage since Friday, and we wondered where you were. So sorry to hear this so late. You've had such a rough year !!! All our love, and hope to see you this fall in Michigan. Sally"
"Megan & family,I am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful father & husband. He was always smiling! Except when Megan & I would come home late! Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you are surrounded by the love of your family & friends. Hold onto your prescious memories.Love,Natalie"
"It's been a long time since I haveseen the family.I lived on deleware st. as a child.I saw Mike at the auction's but did not put 2&2 together.Sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you."
"Dear Ann and family,Mike was my very first boss 37 years ago. Babysitting in Palisades was my first encounter of earning money to buy stuff! What a wonderful boss and family friend. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.Heidi, Mark, Emily and Andrew Nightingale"
"Dad I will love you forever and miss you for a lifetime....until we see one another again your always in my heart! I love you:)"
"Cory, I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing. I lost my mother in July of 2008 and always have an open ear to reconnect. He is missed by many but has joined a very special group of our loved ones that we all miss. "