He was born May 19, 1959 in Evergreen Park IL. On August 4, 2001 George married Theresa Simpson in Woodstock, IL.
George was the cornerstone of his family and he leaves behind a beautiful legacy in his children, grandchildren and music. Through one of his many amazing talents, he brought music to life by composing his own original songs and serenading all who would listen with his guitar. His other passion lay in his exceptional artisanal work. George was an electrician by trade, but a magnificent craftsman by default. He had a gift for visualizing a design in his head then creating. Whether he was creating a custom bar for his clients or building a once in a lifetime dream home from the ground up for his family, his skills were beyond remarkable. George will be missed beyond measure, but will continue to live on through his family and friends.
George is survived by his wife, Theresa Harhen; his children, Michael John Harhen (Sarah Harhen), Vanessa Ann (Harhen) Butler (Brandon Robinson), George Michael Harhen II (Pablo Gonzalez); his grandchildren, Deannah Harhen (Dee), Caleb Harhen, Julianah (Julie) Harhen, Rosalie (Rosie) Harhen, Gabriella (Ella) Harhen, Maurice (Reese) Wilson, Xavier (Zay) Butler; his siblings, John Harhen (Cindy Harhen), Lyndy Littel (Bill Littel), Steven Schwegel (April Schwegel), Theresa Schwegel; brother-in-law, Dave Swanson.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Carol Ann Moran (Werner); his father, George John Harhen; his stepmother, Nancy Harhen; his sisters, Karen (Harhen) Webb and Gayle (Harhen) Swanson; his stepsister, Karin Schwegel.
A visitation for George will be held Saturday, August 7, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Marengo-Union Funeral Home, 505 E Grant Hwy, Marengo, Illinois 60152, followed by an informal time of sharing at 2:00 PM.
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