Valerie Jean Pichette

To all of you who had a special and intimate relationship with Valerie: We met a zillion years ago at the lunch counter at Woolworths in Willimantic when she introduced herself to me as another new mom, (your Brian and my Becky). We spent time together as new moms and Valerie moved on to raise her children and further her education and career; something I wasn't able to do. Once my children were...

Dear Norm, Brian, Daniel, and family,

Please accept my deepest sympathy on Valerie's passing. I will always remember her bright eyes and voice, and the way she instantly connected on a pesonal level. She was an inspiration for her contributions to the community and to education, and a great friend to my mother and many others. We will miss her greatly, and keep her and you close in our hearts and thoughts.

With my warmest wishes for peace and comfort during this hard time,...

Norman, Brian, Daniel and family,

I had the pleasure of knowing Val both personally and also professionally as part of the UCONN family.

I am so very sorry for your loss and send my deepest sympathy to all of you.

Sincerely,
Leslie LeBel
Windham Center, CT

Dear Norm and family you all are in my prayers, Valerie was so positive and suportive during her journey and it was a pleaseant to care for her. May God continue to bless you and keep you all

Dear Norman, Brian, Daniel & family,

We are so very sorry for your loss. Val was such a gift to this world, and we send our heartfelt condolences to all of you. We'll remember you all in our prayers.

Love,
Gil & Kathy

Val was one of the most positive and supportive people with whom I have ever worked. Over the 12 years I served on the Dean's Council in Neag, I always sure of one thing. When Val had something to say, you knew she was a voice of reason, always placing the interests of the School and the students above all else. She was the perfect colleague. My deepest condolences go out to the family she loved so very much. Carl Maresh

To Valerie's family, I knew Valerie while my husband worked at UCONN in the Department of Kinesiology. In my encounters with her, both professionally and personally, she was truly kind, enthusiastic and friendly. Though we did not cross path frequently, she had a place in my heart due to her kindness and sincere spirit. Please accept my most sincere condolences and deepest sympathy for a lovely life that left us too soon. All of you are in my prayers for your peace.

I will surely miss Val, with her no-nonsense approach, her extraordinary dedication, and her core of kindness and humor. I am better for her fierce and loving advocacy.

I will never forget our friendly chats and your wonderful sense of humor. Whenever we spoke I always felt a little bit better for it because you were so uplifting, smart, caring and wise. Rest in peace.