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Henry J. "Chi-Boy" Valley Jr.

Henry Valley Obituary

HENRY J. "CHI-BOY" VALLEY JR. WINOOSKI - Henry J. "Chi-Boy" Valley Jr., 80, a lifelong resident of Winooski, died peacefully on Saturday, June 27, 2009, in Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington surrounded by his loving family. Henry was born in Winooski on Feb. 7, 1929, the son of Henry and Emma (Forcier) Valley. He was the youngest of 23 children. He was married in Winooski on June 16, 1951, to Claire (Barber) Valley. Henry was employed for 39 years at Fletcher Allen Health Care, 35 years of which were at the DeGoesbriand Hospital. Henry was the 1951 Vermont Golden Gloves Champion. He was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and was one of the Winooski Park Bench Boys. He enjoyed rides with his wife, golfing, boxing, the Boston Red Sox, the New York Giants, and watching his children and grandchildren play sports. Henry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Claire Valley; six children and their spouses, Jeannine and Steve Wood, Jay and Margie Valley, Norman Valley, Joanne and Leonard Sequin, Bernard and Kim Valley, and Bryan and Laurie Valley; grandchildren, Scott Lavigne and fiancee Julie, Morgan Valley, Ashley Woodward and husband Mike, Erin Sequin, Megan Sequin, Ryan Valley, Rebekah Callahan and Tim Savard; two great-grandchildren, Shane Deyette and Scott Lavigne; one sister, Margaret Desautels; one sister-in-law, Blanche Matton; and many nieces and nephews. Henry's family wish to offer their sincere thanks to son-in-law and caregiver, Steve Wood, and to the entire staff at Fletcher Allen Health Care for their care and kindness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. There will be no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier School, 5 St. Peter Street, Winooski, VT 05404. Arrangements are with the LaVigne Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 132 Main St. in Winooski.

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Published by The Burlington Free Press from Jun. 28 to Jun. 29, 2009.

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Jeff Lyon

July 1, 2009

Jay, I never knew your father but by all accounts he was a wonderful man. He has left a strong legacy through a meaninful life. I'm thinking of you during your time of loss and wish you and your family strength and comfort.

Charles Cross

June 30, 2009

Jay, Marge and family, sorry to hear of your loss. Though the feeling of loss will stay with you, the joy of the memories will help ease the pain.
If you need anything, please let me know.

Matthew Sheehan

June 30, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and may the good Lord bless you all.

Matthew, Ryan and Shelby Sheehan

Tammy Deas (Kim's sister)

June 30, 2009

Dear Claire and Family,
We would like to wish you and your family our deepest sympathy. The few times we spoke with Henry, he was always so sweet. That sweetness has been passed down to all of your beautiful children. "Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted." Matt. 5:5.

June 30, 2009

Bryan, Mark & I are sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Mark & Sam Abair

Sam Siple

June 30, 2009

Dear Claire & Family,

I am so very sorry to read that Henry has passed away. I of course got to know all of you dating back to 1970 when I also worked at the DeGoesbriand Hospital. Over the years I would see Henry, Norm, and Jay & Margie at basketball games. I always enjoyed seeing and talking to Henry as we watched Morgan and Ashley play. Henry was a very proud Husband, Father and Grandfather. Unfortunately, over the last few years I haven’t seen you all much, but when I did you always made me feel like family.

My deepest condolences,
Sam

James Ward

June 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Patti Ingalls

June 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. May all your great memories
be with you at this difficult time.
Margie, Jay Morgan and Ashley you guys are great friends and I am here for you guys always. Love Patti and Steven

June 29, 2009

My condolences to all. I so enjoyed talking with Henry. It was such a joy working with all the kids watching them act and play ball!

My prayers go out to each of you.

Rod Ross Leesburg,Florida

judith davis, LNA

June 29, 2009

From the shep 3 staff you are in are thoughts and prayers

Kyle & Kim Warren

June 29, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by all of the love and memories from this great man.You are ALL in our prayers.

Amy Buchanan-Lumsden

June 29, 2009

Jay, Margie, Ash and Morgan,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. All my Love.

Morisseau Don

June 29, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ernie Taylor

June 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jim DeFilippi

June 29, 2009

When a great man, and the head of a great family, dies, we're all sad. My condolences to all.
Jim (Mr. De) DeFilippi

Laurie Houle

June 28, 2009

Joanne, Brian, Normand, Claire, and rest of the family. I am so very sorry to hear that Henry has passed. He was and still is a wonderful man & I am so happy that I got to grow up with such wonderful people. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. He will be deeply missed by all.

Jerry Parot

June 28, 2009

Jay, Bernard and the entire Valley Family,I want to extend my deepest sympathy ,my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. I was fortunate enough to meet Henry "T Boy" when i first started playing softball in Winooski many years ago.He was so soft spoken and kind to me and always had time to give me some advice in how to play softball, and i did appreciate it very much, as i did need some of his tips. It was a pleasure just being around him.

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