Abel Vega of Saginaw, Michigan

Beloved brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away on Monday, August 3, 2026, at Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Center. He was 83 years old Abel Vega was born on February 12, 1943, in Elsa, Texas, to the late Reyes G. and Herminia (Rivas) Vega. He was a proud graduate of Arthur Hill High School. Following graduation he began working for General Motors. On December 8, 1964, he proudly enlisted in the United States Army serving until his honorable discharge on November 25, 1966. Abel continued to serve his country with the United States Army Reserve until his honorable discharge on December 7, 1978. As a young man, Abel loved playing his guitar. Music made his heart happy and was a great outlet for the songs he learned to play. He enjoyed listening to country western music, especially while taking country drives or tinkering on cars in his garage. Abel also enjoyed traveling across the US and throughout Michigan, even more so during autumn to admire the brilliant fall colors. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his family.

Surviving are two sisters and four brothers: Esther (Mario) Gallegos, Israel (Grace) Vega, Reuben (Maria) Vega, Ezequiel “Zeke” (Sue) Vega, Samuel (Diane) Vega, and Rebecca (Robert) Olivarez. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends, too numerous to mention but held closely to his heart.

A family-led service will take place at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the W. L. Case and Company Funeral Directors, 4480 Mackinaw Rd., Saginaw, Michigan 48603. Family and friends are welcome to gather at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Military honors and burial will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Great Lakes National Cemetery, 4200 Belford Rd., Holly, Michigan 48442, under the auspices of the United States Army and VFW Post 1859. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials the Rescue Ministries of Mid-Michigan, City Rescue Mission, 1021 Burt Street, Saginaw, Michigan 48601. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.casefuneralhome.com