Valerie Anderson

Still miss you like I lost you yesterday. You are my Pokey and Gumby needs you still. Love Danno

I still miss you more than you would have ever thought. Love Danno

I miss my pokey

Danni and I would get so excited to visit Aunt Val. She was able to make anything enjoyable, even something as excruciating to a young kid as antique shopping. Even though it has been years, I can smell the hairspray we played with as we watched her get ready. I can hear her voice, her laugh. Aunt Val has a place all to herself in my heart, and she will be there forever.

I remember when my dad first introduced us to Valerie. My brother and I knew she was the one for him. Even though she did not have kids of her own, she treated us well and took an interest in us like she was a natural at it. I still remember her teaching me to drive a stick. It was so frustrating but she was so patient and worked me through it. She was always so positive. Even though we didn't speak on a regular basis, I hope she knew we still thought of her often. We will miss her.

Val loved cats! She had many over the years but she also fed other cats in her neighborhood, even possums! That is just the way she was. Val and I attended school together from kindergarten through graduation in Mason. We also attended OSU and roomed together. We have remained friends over the year and we have had many adventures, especially in antique flee markets. I will always have fond memories of my Bal (nickname). Dann (Pokey) you were a rock through Val’s long illness. Thank you and...

My friend and coworker, the most thoughtful and caring person. Always a smile. I will cherish our times together forever.

Valerie and I were childhood friends. If she wasn’t at my house I was at hers there on Stitt Road in Mason. We shared a love of pop music in the 60’s- especially the Beatles and Lou Christie. We attended the Beatle’s concert together in Cincinnati at the old Crosley Field in 1966. We stayed in touch over the years and always exchanged Christmas cards. She will always hold a special place in my heart. Rest In Peace dear friend.