GREENFIELD CENTER — Harry S. Vradenburg, 91, devoted husband and father, died peacefully at home on Thursday, September 4, after a brief illness.
Born March 9, 1923, in Ticonderoga, he was the son of the late Harry T. and Sadie M. Shufelt Vradenburg.
Harry was an Army veteran, serving on the island of Guam in World War II. Following his discharge, he spent many years as a well-liked and highly respected salesman in various auto-related industries, retiring in 1996.
In 1943, Harry married the love of his life, Virginia Swasey, who survives him. On October 5, 2013, they celebrated their 70th anniversary.
Harry was a member of the Saratoga Knights of Columbus, and has been a parishioner of St. Joseph’s Parish in Greenfield Center since 1954. For many years, until the time of his death, he served the parish as an usher and trustee.
In addition to his wife, Harry is survived by his cherished children: Janet E. Vitek of Clifton Park, Linda A. (Phil) LaRocco of Wallkill, David Vradenburg of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Donna M. (Steve) Carter of Hudson, New Hampshire, Karen M. Elliott of Averill Park and Kathy C. Demers of Rotterdam; a sister, Shirley Anne Wakefield, of Central Square; and seven nieces and nephews.
He also leaves 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, who will miss his strong and guiding influence, and the ever-present twinkle in his eyes. Along with his parents he was predeceased by his son, Brian J. Vradenburg.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
