Leo Furlow, 70, of Christopher passed away on Thursday May 31, 2018 at his home.
He was born on May 25, 1948 in East St. Louis, IL to Darrel and Mary Lou (Brasel) Furlow.
He is survived by his son Sean (Amy) Furlow of Mulkeytown; two grandchildren Braden and Addison Furlow; uncles Bill (Jean) Furlow of Christopher and Bob Furlow of Christopher; special friends Cindy Furlow, Mark Niblett, Kelley Kerkemeyer and numerous close friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Darrel Michael Furlow, grandparents Joe and Effie Furlow, one uncle Harold Wayne Furlow, and one aunt Kathy Furlow.
He was an avid St Louis Cardinals fan and loved all sports events. His all-time favorite team was his son’s 1990 Christopher Bearcat Football Team.
He owned and operated Bowlin’s Foodland in Elkville from 1974 until 1991, he then worked for Proctor & Gamble as a merchandiser until he retired.
Funeral services will be on Monday June 4, 2018 at 1:00 Pm at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Visitation will be on Monday from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Burial will be at Harrison Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Harrison Cemetery and will be accepted at the funeral home.
For more information go to our website www.gilbertfuneralhomes.com
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