Eugene N. Vena, 82, of Salem, passed away Tuesday, July 3rd, 2007, at the home he shared with his daughter. Born in Kenosha on December 24, 1924, Eugene served in the United States Army from April 24, 1943 until his honorable discharge on March 18, 1946. He received the American Theater Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, European African Middle Eastern Service Medal and the Army Commendation Ribbon. He is survived by two sons, four daughters, five brothers, one sister, seven grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rose; a son, Eugene D. Vena; and a grandson, Adam B. Vena. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 6th, at Proko Funeral Home at 11:00 am. Interment to follow at St. George Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be held on Friday at Proko Funeral Home from 10:00 am until the time of the service.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Eugene's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Judy Reinhard Steagall
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Although I didn't know him personally, I did know your brother Gene through my sister's friendship with him. My third son's middle name is Gene to honor your brother's memory and therefore I always feel some connection to your family. You all have my sympathy at this time.
Joyce Placzkowski (Reinhard)
I am so sorry for your loss. I would come to the service, but I need to be at work. Gene never told me that his Dad and I shared a birthday. If there is anything I can do please call. I still have copies of Gene's letters to me if you want them. My phone number is 945-7675. It meant so much to my sister and me when you came to my Mom's service, I wish I would have been able to come to your Dad's. Please accept my sympathy for your loss. He was a nice man who loved his family and had to suffer so much loss in his life.
Louis & Chris Perri
We would like Your Family to know that We express our Sincere Condolences at this time of Your great personal loss of our uncle, but your Father and Grandfather. There is nothing we can say that will ease the pain the Family is feeling. We offer our thoughts and prayers and may the Almighty provide the strength to persevere at this time.Your Cousin Louie & Chris Perri.