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Eugene Arthur Vega

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VEGA Eugene Arthur Vega, age 67, of Orange Park, passed away Tuesday evening February 19, 2008. He was born in Yuma, AZ and retired to Orange Park following 30 years of distinguished and decorated service in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Vega was predeceased by his parents John and Artemiza Vega, his sister Mary Helen, and his brothers Sal and Johnny. He is survived by his loving wife Martha Vega; his daughter Wanda Matthews of Jacksonville, and his sons Terry and Michael Hardwick both of Orange Park; also seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. A memorial service in celebration of his life will be held at 4:00 PM on Saturday February 23, 2008 at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, 116 Foxridge Rd., Orange Park with Dr. Troy C. Lewis officiating. Full military honors will be conferred. The family would like to thank the OPMC ICU/CCU Staff and Drs. Brinkman and Castiel for the compassion shown to Gene and the family throughout his illness. Their efforts are greatly appreciated. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Feb. 22, 2008.

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Debbie (Vega) Mendez

February 24, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I am so sorry I could not come to the memorial.I was there in spirit. Gene was the only father I ever knew. He was a wonderful man and a good dad. I kow each of you will miss him deeply, he touched your family the same sweet way he touched ours.We have that in common.Thank you for allowing me to say goodbye. You were gracious.I wish for all of you happiness and a blessed life.

Allan Seelye

February 23, 2008

My thought and prayers are with you. I know Gene for many years and always enjoyed running into him at NAS Jax.

Golden Windle

February 22, 2008

Martha,

So sorry to hear of your loss.

Golden

Golden Windle

February 22, 2008

Martha,
So sorry to hear of your loss.

Golden

Bev Biroschik

February 22, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and wish I could be there. Love Don and Bev

Linda Brunot

February 22, 2008

Gene was a wonderful man and I will always be thankful that you allowed me to say good-bye. May you cherish all the sweet memories as I will.

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