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Age 21, of Massillon passed away Tuesday morning Sept. 29, 2009 in Massillon as a result of an automobile accident. He was born May 3, 1988 in Massillon. Andrew was a graduate of Tuslaw High School and R.G. Drage. He loved playing softball with his dad and his brothers. He also enjoyed fishing, 4-wheeling, dirt bikes, and playing video games. Andrew enjoyed spending time with his nieces and nephews, and attending sporting events of his nephews. After high school he worked as a security guard at Suarez Corp. He was currently serving on active duty with the United States Army. Specialist Andrew Valentine's current unit was with the members of C Company, 1-145th Armor Regiment of Alliance, OH. Andrew served at Fort Knox, Ky. and recently returned from deployment in Sinai Peninsula, Egypt as a member of the Multi-National Forces and Observers.
Andrew is survived by his parents, Larry and Robin Courtney of Massillon; brothers, Alan Seifert of Massillon and Adam (Geri) Seifert of Navarre; sisters, Trisha Kirby of Massillon and Bambi Gross of Monroe Falls, OH; stepbrothers, Chad Courtney of Massillon and Bobby Courtney of Florida; stepsister, Amanda Skelton of Perry Twp.; grandparents, Bob and Betty Kaser of Massillon and Blanche Courtney of Canton; nieces and nephews, Halie, Colin, Alex, Mikey, Blake, Zachary, Hannah, Leah, Jacob, and Christina; longtime friends, Jesse Cale, Justin Hendricks and Alex Westfall along with many other friends.
Visitation will be Sunday Oct. 4, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Paquelet Funeral Home, 1100 Wales Rd. NE. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home with Pastor Cecil Thayer of the Massillon Baptist Temple officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow at Brookfield Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Andrew's memory may be given to the local Veterans Service Organization or the Patriot Guard. Messages of comfort and support may be sent to www.paquelet.com.
Paquelet/Massillon A Golden Rule Funeral Home 330-833-3222
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Valentine
Robin Courtney
April 5, 2011
It has been 18 months since the death of my precious son Andrew Blake Valentine and although the shock of his death is subsiding the pain of losing my baby will always be with me . I just wanted to thank everyone who wrote here , for the kind words and the prayers. My Andrew was and always will be the heart and soul of me and his family. it is heart warming to know he touched so many lives with his love and kindness , he was truely one of a kind . With sincere gratitude Robin Courtney , mother of SPC Andrew Valentine .. and for the young men who served with my son " Thank you "
October 18, 2009
Andrew, It was my pleasure to meet you. Such a gentelman. Thankyou for serveing our country. Dear family and freinds deepest sorrow.
October 7, 2009
Robin, Larry and Family,
My prayers are with you. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Andrew was a wonderful friend to many and my daughter.So proud of him for serving our country. God Bless and Prayers, Debby Boswell
October 6, 2009
trisha, honey, i'm so sorry. thank you andy for serving this country.you are in my prayers,be strong!!! i love you ,angela in florida
Bob & Karen Houchins
October 6, 2009
Betty,
We am so sorry for your loss. I did not realize this was your grandchild until Diane called me yesterday. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Beth Bourke
October 6, 2009
Dear Valentine Family:
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Allow God's Word the Bible to provide you with comfort during this difficult time.
Jenny Lawrence
October 6, 2009
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Valentine family.
Our son talks very highly of Val (Andrew), they both served in Charlie Company 1-145th while in Egypt. As parents of a soldier, we feel your pain, but can't imagine your loss.
Let your faith be your strength, and allow God to carry you through these rough times.
The Lawrence Family
Brenda Kaser
October 5, 2009
To Robin and family,I know no words could ever be said to help all of you at a time like this,I wish there were something I could say that would take the hurt away from your family but God must have needed your boy for a bigger reason than any one knows right now.Just know your baby will always be watching over you and keep the faith till god brings you and your baby home together again.May you find the strength to go on your family will be in our prayers, Brenda Kaser, Brandi, Briana Miller
Heather Finley
October 5, 2009
Robin, I can't imagine what you are going through right now. I remeber playing with Andrew when we were children and that he was close to Joe. Know that you are in my thoughts now and always.
Debbie Hider
October 5, 2009
Hi Robin
We only meet a couple of times but I am Justin Hendricks mom, Im so sorry to hear about Andrew I can only imagine what it would be and I would hate for anyone to go thru what you are going thru if you need anything please let us know.
Gayle Dettman
October 5, 2009
Robin,
Sometimes being the wife of a newspaper photographer is not a good thing. When I heard the horrible news of your baby, I was devestated. My first thought was, "this is not the way it is supposed to be". I am so very sorry! I can only wonder how you and your family feels, but you especially. I don't think I can say anything that can make you feel better, only that there are so many people, wheather you remember them or not, that are praying for you to get through this extremely difficult time. You have touched so many lives, as well as your son. I hope you understand this. I also hope you know, I am here if you need someone.
Casey Garrett
October 4, 2009
I went to school with Andrew he was such a nice guy he got along with everyone. Andrew and his family will always be in my prayers and thoughts.
Andrew Blake Valentine you will always be missed and loved <3
Bev and Danny Blair
October 4, 2009
To All of this brave family, we send our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers. Losing a son is terrible, no matter his age, or cause of his passing, we have shared your pain, and do want you to know you will feel better, but never forget. God Bless you and his friends.
Both of our fathers served in WWII, and although we missed Viet Nam, we had many friends and family members there, our son served during the first Persian Gulf War and our grandson is deploying to Iraq in 2 weeks.
We are also Massillonians, although we are also transplanted Texans, we still keep Massillon close.
Debi Harvey
October 4, 2009
To all family and friends of Andrew Blake Valentine; I can't begin to know the pain of your loss. I can only tell you that my heart breaks for all of you who loved and cherished this young man.I pray that you find strength in this time of such sorrow. Thank you Andrew for your selfless service to our country.
May God keep you in His loving care.
Dewanna McCain
October 3, 2009
Trisha,
I am so sorry for you and your families lost. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and stay strong.
Dewanna
Cheryll Hamilton
October 3, 2009
Robin I am sorry to know that you are hurting so much You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers I hope you find comfort in your faith and memories of all the good times you shared with your son I worked with you at Rose Lane along time ago but have never forgot you YOU take care of yourself and stay strong
Tessa Eberly
October 3, 2009
Robin and family,
I really dont even know what to say, and no matter what is said it will not ease you heartache. My heart aches for all of you. Robin, thank you for your son, if not for him we may not be free. Andrew, thank you for your selflessness and bravery.
Lisa Fannin
October 3, 2009
Robin, I worked with you at Rose Lane, but I haven't seen you since I quit.(Dietary). I am so saddened to hear of you losing your son. My heart hurts for you, I always thought you were a wonderful person. I won't pretend to know what you are feeling, but I know it must be awful. Take care and I pray for comfort for you and your family.
Lisa
Michael Kline
October 3, 2009
Hello I am Spc. Michael Kline i served with your son for the last two years and i am truly sorry for your lose and please let any of us that served with Andrew know if there is anything that we may do for you. God bless you and you are in my prayers
Jamie Davis
October 3, 2009
I have been firends with Andy since we were in 3rd grade. we used to talk on the phone from the time we got off the bus till our parents yelled it was bed time. In 6th grade i moved out of state we lost tough i just recently got back in contact with him. i have been waiting for his call to finally reconnect & now its too late my heart goes out to his family and everyone who loved him. he is one of the most loveable people i know. he was the easiest person to talk to & the most caring man i have ever met. Andy will be remebered in so many ppl hearts. Thank you andy for being such a great peson and soldier....
Darlene Brennand
October 3, 2009
To the entire family and friends of Andrew Blake Valentine, go my family's deepest sympathy. Y'all don't know us, but we were all born and raised in the Massillon (Tuslaw) area and that makes us all one family. Our roots are in Massillon. My father served during the Korean War, my brother served in Vietnam, my son-in-law completed two tours of Iraq and presently my grandson is serving his third deployment in Kuwait/Iraq. We are forever grateful and in awe of the dedication our military personnel has to keep us all safe. The heartbreak you are living, we have been spared. Nonetheless, your heartbreak affects us all. Please know, even strangers are sharing your grief. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The Sexton/Klett/Brennand family in Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas
Parker/Williams family in Florida
carol burtt
October 3, 2009
Robin you have our deepest sympathy. We feel your loss. We are grieving with you and your family. May it comfort you to know that so many loved your son. He will always be our hero. He shall never be forgotten.
Love,
David,Carol,and Amber Burtt
carol burtt
October 3, 2009
Robin your son will always be our hero. He will never be forgotten. Life is precious and so was Andrew. Troop 26 is always there for you. God bless you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Tuslaw Girl Scouts Troop 26
Leader Carol Burtt
CAROLE TROXELL
October 3, 2009
OMG ROBIN, I CAN ONLY IMAGINE THE PAIN YOU ARE FEELING. LIFE IS SO FRAGILE. I AM GLAD THAT YOU GOT TO SPEND 21 PRECIOUS YEARS WITH YOUR WONDERFUL SON. THE SPECIAL BOND YOU BOTH HAD AND THE MEMORIES WILL KEEP HIM ALIVE IN YOUR HEART ALWAYS. YOU CAN TALK TO HIM DAILY FROM YOUR HEART, ITS COMFORTING. IF YOU NEED A FRIEND..NIGHT OR DAY, I'M HERE FOR YOU. I MISS TALKING TO YOU.... ANDREW I ONLY KNEW YOU THROUGH THE PROUD THINGS YOUR MOM SAID . YOU COULDN'T HAVE BEEN MORE LOVED!!
THE COUNTRY IS PROUD OF YOU ALSO...THANK YOU!!!!! CAROLE
jackie senften-endinger
October 2, 2009
robin my dear friend and coworker,,words cannot express the sadness i feel at this time from your sons death,,how proud and courageous he stood for us and our freedom im proud of him my sons are military also,,robin im praying for you and your family for peace and comfort through this trying time in your life know i love you,,,your friend and sister in christ jackie senften endinger
Cindy Ungart
October 2, 2009
Robin
You don't know me but you work with my daughter Jessica Ungart. I want to let you know, you and your family are in our prayers. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Dotti Wolfe
October 2, 2009
My Heart goes out to you all. THANK YOU ANDREW for all you have done for our country. Rest in Peace!
Rachael Davis
October 2, 2009
I am so very sorry for your loss. Andy was an amazing person. I hope it gives you some comfort to know he is in a much better place, where I'm sure he'll be watching over all of us. Your family is in my prayers. R.I.P. Andrew Blake Valentine, you are loved and missed dearly.
Heidi Schaffer
October 2, 2009
To the Valentine family,
You dont know me and I dont know you, but my deepest condolences to you all. Andy, thank you for serving your country, you have made your country and family very proud. My oldest son is also in the Air National Guard based in Mansfield, Ohio.
britteny curtice
October 2, 2009
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious "baby" Andrew. You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of this tragedy.keep god family and friends close to you to help you in the lost of andrew.i will keep you and your family in my prayers...
Pat Beitzel
October 2, 2009
Dear family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. As a mother of a soldier whom served with Andrew your loss is heart breaking. May you find comfort in knowing he made our country proud!
Tiffany Cottrill(Dodd)
October 2, 2009
My prayers go out to Andys family and close friends. Rest in peace Andy.
October 2, 2009
To the Valentine famly,
My Thoughts and Prayers are with Keep God Family and friends close They will Help you through.I know because I too Lost a son Last year My Prayers are with you.
October 2, 2009
Robin,
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious "baby" Andrew. You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of this tragedy.May you find peace and comfort in God and the knowledge that you have always been a great mom to your kids. My prayers are with you all.
Lisa Glick
Marcia Pfaus
October 2, 2009
Dear Mr. Valentine,
Thank you for serving to protect our country.
Rest in Peace!
Rebecca & Dave Woods
October 2, 2009
My sympathies are with your family in this time of heartache. Sorry for your loss.
October 2, 2009
Robin and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope your very special memories of Andrew bring you comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patti Davis
Bob & Stacy (Gerber) Turner
October 2, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Dawn Lynn
October 2, 2009
Robbin and Family:
My deepest sympathy go to you and your family. My son Brandon played ball with Andrew and spent many nights with him. Brandon who is serving in Tx at this time will be deeply saddend by this turn of events. May God and love be with you to help get through this time of very deep sorrow. My prayers are with you and your family.
J. Brown MSgt, USAF, Retired
October 2, 2009
May God Bless the family and friend's of Andrew. You are all in our prayers.
October 2, 2009
May god be with you and your family at this time. Our condolence ED, MANDI LONG
Sara Shobert
October 2, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tori McGraw
October 2, 2009
you were the best guy i knew. you made me so happy. you promised forever and one day it will be. i love you andrew blake. your my guardian angel and i know you will watch over me. i miss you & i promise we will meet again!!!
October 2, 2009
Robin and family,
You have my Deepest Sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Teena Medure
Miranda Westfall
October 2, 2009
R.I.P Andrew,
your family is in my prayers.
October 2, 2009
Sending our family's deepest sympathy during this time to you Robin and your family. Even though its been years since we've seen one another, your loss is sincerely heartfelt by my sons, Caleb Forester, Danny Simmons and myself. I recall the day Andrew was born, as it was on Danny's birthday, as well as Darla's...and then years later my youngest Caleb was born the same day. I remember how loved Andrew was, how special your bond with him was. Such a sweet boy and fine young man. The world has truely lost a fine young man; while the heavens celebrate his arrival. God be with you.
All my love,
Chris Forester (Simmons)
Christopher and Nicole Miller
October 2, 2009
May the Lord God look upon your family and all of those whom where touched by Andrew. May he be your comforter and provider. May he continue to Bless you all.
Jennifer Reshetar
October 2, 2009
Dear Family, I am the mother of SPC Robert Santee. I just want to say Thank You for Andy, Robbie loved him very much! Andy watched over Robbie while they were in Egypt and was a comfort to Robbie A LOT! My prayers go out to all of you and if I can be of any help please let me know!
Lee Elliott
October 2, 2009
Trisha and Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
October 2, 2009
Our hearts go out to all who knew Andrew.He was blessed to have so many people who loved him.May you all find comfort knowing GOD is watching over you HE is waiting for you to talk to HIM.GOD bless each one of you Jim and Norma Huff,Massillon Baptist Temple
Cathy Kester
October 2, 2009
Robin and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you during this time.
Cathy (Valentine) Kester family
Denice Brumfield
October 2, 2009
May Jesus be your peace in this deep time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your most precious son. Love you.
October 2, 2009
You and your family are in our prayers.
Robin,always remember the good times and just take it ONE DAY AT A TIME.
I think of you often and at work you generally
talked about your boys and how they loved sports. You was always a great mother Love and Prayers
JANE and BOB JONES
linda douglas
October 2, 2009
Andy will be sadly missed by Bambi and their father Fred. Your whole family is in our thoughts at this sad time. Our condolences, Linda, Walt, Carole Douglas and Ron Hutching.
Cindy Tillapaw
October 2, 2009
My sincere condolences to the Valentine Family. I did not know Andrew, but I remember Robin talking about how proud she was of him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley Milbrodt
October 2, 2009
Robin my prayers and love are with you and your family in your time of need.
Ron Hutching
October 2, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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