Tony Valencia

Glendale - Tony C. Valencia passed away on January 24, 2018 surrounded by his family.

He was born in Chandler on June 16, 1932.

Tony served with the United States Air Force. He liked the outdoors and spending time with his family camping and most of all time at the dunes. Tony enjoyed watching and attending ASU Football games. He started his career as a rancher and farmer, working and running Harmon Ranch for many years. Tony moved on as an SRP heavy equipment operator and president of the Union, where he later retired. After retirement he continued working for Touchtone Charter School.

Tony is survived by his wife of over 60 years Carmen, sons Anthony (Pat) & Rudy (Darr), daughters Charlotte (Dan) & Terri (Jay), six grandchildren Daniel, Angela, Rick, Jodi (Matt), Alex & Alyssa (Nathan) and many great grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to a viewing on Sunday, January 28, 2018 from 1-3PM at West Resthaven Funeral Home, 6450 W. Northern Avenue, Glendale with a service beginning at 3PM.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jan. 27, 2018.

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Dan Ortiz

January 29, 2018

This week I lost my family, lost a fabulous person. My father in law. He taught me a lot, camping, fishing, rving how to enjoy the outdoors. He never lost his temper or got frustrated sometimes in my lack of education when it came to these subjects. Many times I went to him for advise more times than I think the family actually knew. Tony is in a better place now probably looking down on me and watching over all of us. God bless you Tony

Sandy Lemon

January 28, 2018

It saddens us at the loss of our neighbor and good friend, Tony. He was a wonderful person. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Carmen during this difficult time.
Love, Dean and Sandy Lemon

Rose Marie (chata) Valencia (Martinez)

January 28, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. My uncle Tony will be missed. He's now with all our angels in heaven. Uncle Tony was always there when you needed him. He was there for our family during a very trying time and for that we will forever be grateful. I will miss our special playfulness. May he rest in peace.

Sandra Stocks

January 27, 2018

This earthly place has lost one very precious person, but Heaven has gained one beautiful angel. My prayers are with the Valencia family to give them strength during this difficult time. We shall always have happy memories of Tony and feel blessed to have had him in our lives. Know that he is now in the loving and warm arms of his Lord and Savior and some day you shall see him again. Rest in Peace, Tony.

Brad Smith

January 27, 2018

Rest In Peace

Judy Valencia

January 27, 2018

My prayers and thoughts are the family. Uncle Tony you will be missed beyond words. I have many fun memories of us camping and going to the dunes. You were always there when we needed you, even if we didn't ask, you were there for us. You were amazing uncle, brother, husband, grandfather, friend.. Love you!
RIP.

Stella and Ed Gomez

January 26, 2018

Our heartfelt condolences go out to Tia Carmen and the family. Our prayers are with you during this time. We will surely miss the presence of Tio Tony, he was a very kind, caring and loving person. He will be missed, may his soul rest in peace.

Robert & Linda Holder

January 26, 2018

We, here are earth, are deeply sadden to lose such a wonderful man! He will be sorely missed by many many people But, by faith, we know that Heaven has received an awesome soul. So we would love to keep comfort in knowing that Tony Valencia, Homer and Violet Johnson are smiling down upon us, strapped in their rails (on steroids), from some beautiful Mexico Sandy Beach. The Holder Family

Elizabeth Valencia Miotke

January 26, 2018

I will forever treasure the memories I am blessed with of Tio Tony. His kind heart, infectious laughter, warm features, and signature cowboy hat never failed to make me smile. He was an unwavering support when my Tata (his brother)
Frank was enduring his battle with cancer every day. I will cherish those many moments in his room where Tony brought immense joy and laughter sharing memories with his brother. I will always look to the strength and guidance he gave me during that immensely difficult time. I will never forget his bright smile, he will be missed dearly. Prayers and peace to all the people whose lives he touched. All my love,

Josephine Miotke

January 26, 2018

My heart is broken in a million pieces for our Loss, my thoughs and prayers for my Tia Carmen and the family. What an amazing man my Tio is Heaven is lucky to have him. My sincere gratitude to my Tio for being there for our Dad Frank, his brother every single day while he was at the VA Hospital and for supporting our family with our loss. We will be forever greatful for his love. I will miss you dearly. Love you your Neice Josie Valencia Miotke

Josephine Miotke

January 26, 2018

With a Heavy heart I say to you, My thoughts and Prayers are with My Tia and the family. My Tio Tony is and amazing man and always knew where to be and how to make people feel good. I will be forever greatful for my Tio Tony being there for our Dad, his brother Frank every single day at the VA Hospital and seeing him through his illness, and now you can rejoice in Heaven together. Your Neice Josie Valencia Miotke

Rachel Beinbrech

January 25, 2018

My thoughts and prayers are with the family! I have great memories my grandparents taking us camping when I was a kid and we would meet up with uncle Tony and aunt Carmen. Lots of love, Rachel (Valencia) Beinbrech

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