Harold J. Vege, 72 of Huntley died peacefully, February 9, 2014.
A visitation will be held on Friday from 3:00 to 7:00pm with a service at 7:00pm all at DeFiore Jorgensen Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association.
Harold was born May 25, 1941 the son of Anthony and Lois Jean Vege. He served in the United States Army. On May 22, 1964 he married Janice Dee Dodds. Harold owned and operated his family business Vege Transfer for many years. His family was his greatest love. He was also an avid hunter and collector.
He is survived by his wife, Janice, his children, Donald (Allena), Denise, Natalie (Carl) Vallianatos. He is survived by his grandchildren, Alexzander, Arianna, Jayden and Sophia. He is also survived by his brothers, Paul (Marie) and Tommy Vege and by his nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Brooke, Sydney, Zachary, Shannon, Krista, Jeffrey and Mick.
He is preceded in death by his parents, by his brothers, Anthony, John, Donald and his sister, Susan.
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Sincere and heartfelt condolences to you Jann - Don and Family - Denise - Natalie and family. We pray for each of you and hope that in the days ahead your loving memories will bring you comfort and peace. Fondly, Carl and Paula Vallianatos
We wish to extend our condolences to all of Harold’s family. Harold had a great personality and was a terrific friend. I will miss visiting Harold at the shop, chatting over a cup of coffee and all the wonderful hunts at the farm. Jann, we know Harold appreciated that you have been so attentive to him during his long struggle. He mentioned it to us often. Many thoughts and prayers are extended to your family.
Natalie - Daddy's hold a special place in their little girls's heart. I have found that doesn't change, even when they are watching over us from heaven. It doesn't make it hurt any less, just makes the pain a little less sharp. Keeping you all in my prayers. Colleen
Denise, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. May he rest in peace. Bill Kulanda
Denise, The Kulanda family would like to extend out condolences to you and your snd your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you or your family. May he rest in peace. Bill Kulanda
Denise and family - I am so sorry for your loss. I know he was a wonderful father. You are in my thoughts and prayers. This is a sad time for all of you I know.
Don, please accept our condolences. We are sorry we cannot come to your Dads service. Our prayers are with you . Love Chuck and Debbie
To all the friends and family of Cookie: Jeanne and I wish to express our sincere sympathies at this difficult time, and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. It is a great tribute to him, and an inspiration to all of us, that "Love of Family" is Number 1. Daniel Sarro, Son of Anthony and Carmel Sarro
Dear Vege Family, We are sorry to hear of Harolds passing and trust God for your comfort and strength.
Natalie- Please know that we are sending our love and condolences to you and your family tonight. We are sorry that we are unable to make it out to the service but you are all in our thoughts and prayers tonight and always.