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Valerie Keiper Obituary
9/21/2020
Valerie L. Keiper, 40, of Scotrun, passed away Monday, September 21, 2020 at St. Luke's Hospital Monroe in Bartonsville. She was the loving wife of the late Donald Junz, whom passed away in 2014.
Born in East Stroudsburg, she was the daughter of Drue W. Miller and Mary Lou Smith of Scotrun. Who will miss her dearly.
Valerie graduated from the Barbizon Modeling School and volunteered as a Candy Striper at the former Pocono Medical Center in East Stroudsburg many years ago.
She later attended East Stroudsburg University graduating Cum Laude in 2001. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Political Science and during her time at ESU, she was a member of the Young Republicans of ESU, and interned, campaigning for State Representative Kelly Lewis. Upon graduating, Valerie worked for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
Valerie and her late husband, Donald, created The Valley Beat, which was an alternative weekly newspaper that covered the Allentown and Lehigh Valley area. She had a love for traveling, collecting crystals, and was a Reiki Master.
In addition to her parents, she is survived by her uncle, David Smith of Marshalls Creek; aunt, Debra Henry of Tannersville; and several beloved cousins.
There will be no service at this time. However, her parents would like to invite family and friends to attend a luncheon starting at noon Saturday, September 26 at Carrazza's, 371 Route 390, Cresco, (570) -595-8500. Covid 19 rules will be followed.
Donations in her name may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Suite 103, Harrisburg, Pa 17110.
Private cremation has been entrusted to Bolock Funeral Home Crematory.
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Kathy Perrine Armstrong
September 17, 2024
Mar & Drue~It'a been 4 years, but feels like yesterday. She has a very special place to hang out now. One day we will all be there. Hold on to your memories and keep alert to her special signs. Her love is all around you! Love you both.
Mary Lou smith
September 16, 2024
Hi honey. I can´t believe it is almost 4 years already since you left me. It has been awful and I miss you so much everyday. I will always love you. I pray everyday that you are okay. I hope you are with Donnie and having a ball. I will see you again some day. Love you forever Mom. Xoxoxo
Kathy Perrine
September 16, 2022
Thank you, Val - for always looking after Mary Lou & Dreu. Even in death you still reach out to those you love. We will keep looking up!
Debbie Booth
September 25, 2020
There are just no words to express the level of sadness felt for the loss of such a beautiful and talented young woman. Val had such a good heart and generous spirit. She was always kind to my grandsons and will hold a special place in their hearts. Mary Lou and Drue, my heart aches for you. I will keep you both in my prayers!
Marie Reish
September 23, 2020
So sorry to hear of your precious loss. Sincere condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time.
Cyn and Gary
September 23, 2020
Our deepest condolences. Val will always be the beautiful woman with a kind and caring heart and a shining soul. May her memory be a blessing.
sandy ace
September 23, 2020
So sorry to hear .she was a real beautiful girl.
Thinking of you !!!!
Cheryl
September 23, 2020
Val was a truly wonderful friend.IShe would always follow through with her goals.She enjoyed collecting her crystals and doing Reiki.She bought my first Crystal and started teaching me some of the reiki and the meditations. She was always very positive and she made my world that much brighter. She was a. very speciial friend and I will always hold my memories in my heart . Not a day will go by that I will be thinking of you.
MaryLou and Drue I am truly sorry for your loss I will keep you in my prayers during this difficult time.
Pat
September 23, 2020
I'm so sorry for your family. Our prayers are with everyone. I hope you have peace and she rests eternally in peace.
Roni Gregg
September 22, 2020
Dear Marylou and Drue ,
May both of you find peace through this difficult time . Praying for you both , and my deepest condolences.
Sincerely
Roni
Lanny Lutz
September 22, 2020
Val was a special and unique soul. She had a great heart and influenced my life significantly. I will love and miss her for the rest of my life. I think about her often and that will never change. I hope the the crystal that she had gifted me on a regular basis and think of her each time they are in my hands and I will never forget the many things she taught me. My condolences go the her parents, family and friends
Mary Lou Smith
September 22, 2020
Val, it's Mom. I just want to let you know how much I have loved you since the day you were born. I know you know but just wanted to make sure you know. I miss you terribly already and I am sure I always will. You have been my whole world and I was so lucky to have you for a daughter. We were so lucky that we had such a close bond and cared so much for each other. A lot of families are not that close. It was very hard the last couple of days but I now know that you are with Donnie and other loved ones like Grammy Smith and Pop-Pop. And Drue and I believe we did get your sign today in the form of the Eiffel Tower we found. So thanks for that it has given us great comfort. Please continue to give us signs just to let us know that you are ok. I really wish this did not happen as my heart is broken. But once again know Drue and I will love you everyday forever. I know I will think of you every day and we will try to think of something funny you did or said just to give us a little laugh. You will never be forgotten honey. We love you so much. Please have rest and enjoy time with Donnie. We love you. Mom and Drue
Kathy Perrine
September 22, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. Valerie was a beautiful soul who had such love and compassion for everyone. She was beautiful inside and out. It was a pleasure knowing her. Gone too soon. Tis true what they say....only the good die young. Sending comfort to the family. She is with Donnie now. They are together once again.
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