James F. Valenta

Sad to hear. One great person and great family. He taught many and helped many in our plumbing industry

Just would like to say sorry for your loss he was a great guy wish I got to fish with them some more he will be greatly missed sorry Ron and Tom

Jim was a wonderful friendly guy who was open and kind to all. I remember him well and shared numerous classes with him. He was a unassuming but talented student and athlete. Not large in stature, but a tough football player. My sympathies to the entire family.

He will be greatly missed!

To the family of Jim Valenta: This morning in the Cedar Rapids Gazette, we learned of the death of one of our classmates, James Valenta. Jim was a grade school and high school classmate and life-long friend to many. He was a systems-thinker, business expert and consistently offered an interested, caring presence at our reunions as he proudly shared photos of his children. Jim succeeded his father in the family business, Valenta Plumbing, extending high-quality service to many in...

My prayers and care join the James Valenta family during this time. Jim was a Regis '61 classmate and our mothers were wonderful friends. Jim thought so much of his wife and family, including his children. Blessings and care ~~ Maurita

Jim sat behind me in study hall and we passed notes back and forth! He loved his girlfriend Carol and we chatted a lot about who I dated and Carol for him! A dear friend I treasured during high school! Later on my husband and I met them again marriage encounter weekend ! RIP Jim

I was so sorry to read that Jim died. I have fond memories of him as the best boss I've ever had. What a gentleman he was! And a fountain of knowledge. I'm thankful to have known him. My sincere condolences go out to Caryl and the extended family.