Thomas K. Valos

Born: October 10, 1945; in Geneva, IL

Died: April 22, 2020; in DeKalb, IL

Thomas K. Valos, 74, of DeKalb, Illinois, died Wednesday, April 22, 2020, peacefully at home.

He was born October 10, 1945, in Geneva, Illinois, the son of William and Jean (Fielding) Valos. Tom married Melissa Tijerina on October 10, 2014 in Las Vegas.

Tom graduated from Northern Illinois University School of Business and was a Veteran of the US Army. Tom was the owner and operator of Zack's Jewelry Store in DeKalb. He was an avid card player, car enthusiast and was always available to help family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Melissa; seven children, Rikki (Erik) Wasmund, Zack Valos, Jessica (Dan) Huff, Sabrina (Brian Myrda)Talley, Julian (Shelby) Tijerina, Corey Tijerina, Jacob Tijerina; eight grandchildren, Jacob, Amaya, Aiden, Gabbi, Zoey, Lauren, Logan, Izzy; brother, William (Dara) Valos; sister, Rikki (Kurtis) Bushnell; several nieces and nephews; and step-mother, Valerie Valos.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Celebration of Life with Full Military Honors will be held at a later date due to the restrictions from the COVID-19 virus.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Thomas K. Valos Memorial Fund, addressed to the Valos Family in care of Anderson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 605, 2011 South Fourth Street, DeKalb, IL 60115.

For information, visit www.AndersonFuneralHomeLtd.com or call 815-756-1022.

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Published by Daily-Chronicle on Apr. 24, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Valos

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30 Entries

Rik Valos-Wasmund

April 15, 2022

Dad, it’s coming up on 2 years since we lost you. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you. Everything is so different without YOU. I love you so very much, I miss you. I would do anything for just 5 minutes with you. Till I see you again, keep sending me the “dimes”, I cherish every single one.
Love you more than anything,
Rikki short for Marika Jo.

May 21, 2020

PHYLLIS/ JOHN A. PERRI

May 4, 2020

MELISA /FAMILY WORDS CAN`T EXPRESS MY SADNESS. THIS BOOK IS NOT BIG ENOUGH TO SAY HOW MUCH PHYLLIS , JOHN JR AND I WILL MIISS TOM OR THE LOVE WE HAVE FOR HIM. TOM , TIL WE MEET AGAIN GOD BLESS AND TAKE CARE OF YOU. PHYLLIS / JOHN A PERRI , MORE THAN FRIENDS

JOHN PERRI JR.

May 4, 2020

TK you were like a second dad, a brother, and a best friend all wrapped in one wonderful package. To melissa and all of the valos family i know so well my heart goes out to all of you. A giant loss for all, love jp.

Betty White

May 4, 2020

Still enjoy the beautiful earrings he sold my husband and the gold bracelet he included as a gift. Thanks.

Kenny Wolf

May 1, 2020

My sympathy to the family. Valueforum has lost a great member

clifford heverly

May 1, 2020

RIP

April 30, 2020

Melissa and Family, I just spoke to TK a couple weeks ago. So sorry to hear of your loss. Met Tom in 1971 and always enjoyed his humor and constant smile. He will be missed.

Gene R. Deisz

Heather Roozee

April 29, 2020

I am so saddened to learn of Tom's passing. He has been a client of mine for almost 17 years, with his little poodle Toby, and later also Doodle. He was always chipper, and funny and such a good conversationalist. I will very much miss him and his jokes. My prayers and sympathy to his family and friends. Rest easy my friend. I will continue to take good care of Doodle for you.

Paul VanderBleek

April 28, 2020

Melissa and Family, I am so sorry to hear of Toms passing. Man, I loved that guy. Always cheering me on and always giving me some valuable advise. Everyone should have a guy like Tommy in their corner. Rest In Peace, until we meet again.

Rick Downs

April 26, 2020

Our hearts go out to the family. Thanks for the great times and all the quarter beers for happy hour. Rest in peace. Class of '81

Jay Trunda

April 25, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Valos family for the loss of your husband/father. Tom was one in a million. I only knew him for a short time but I felt like I knew him my whole life from the first time we met. He will truly be missed

Edward Balli

April 25, 2020

Tom was a joy to talk with. He always brought a smile after talking with him. My prayers to the family. Love. Eddie.

Jacqueline Merrick

April 25, 2020

My condolences to the entire family.

Brian Bemis

April 24, 2020

TK- Rest in peace. I will always remember you.
You were one in a million.

Aaron Lockhart

April 24, 2020

OMG Mellissa, I had no idea Tom was sick! Im so sorry! I always enjoyed our conversation! He was a great guy who always supported the police! I wish I could of seen him one last time! Please let me know if u need anything! My prayers will be with u and your family!

Robert (BOB) Cyrier

April 24, 2020

Tom was a friend and great supporter of mine for 40 years. Dekalb and the world will miss him greatly, as I will.

Marika Valos-Wasmund

April 24, 2020

You were my best cheerleader, my friend, my favorite practical joker. You taught me to be loyal and a good friend. You always looked for the best in people! Ill miss making up funny words with you and listening to your stories. Or how you would call me Merica Jo or Rikki Mouse. You taught me how to be strong. You were my best dad. ♥

Ill love you forever

Marika Nicole

Chelsea Royalty

April 24, 2020

TK always had a smile on his face, a joke to tell, or always asked how you were doing. He always made me smile! He will be missed by many.

Greg Feipel

April 24, 2020

I can't count the times we joked and laughed about so many things.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Angela Myers

April 24, 2020

Tom was a wonderful man. I remember when my Mom died how wonderful he was to me. He will be missed

Jess Huff

April 24, 2020

Missing you.

Tina Oomens

April 24, 2020

So sorry to hear, I am here for you all!! Praying!!

Michael Fitzgerald

April 23, 2020

Well liked guy did alot of stuff with him very honest, great guy will be missed

Chris (taki) Bahramis

April 23, 2020

Im sure going to miss you my friend. Ill always remember when you would give us quarters to play video games when we were little.

Jessica Huff

April 23, 2020

You taught me so much & you helped so many people in so many ways. You told me this day was coming soon & youre literally always right. So know that your life will continue in heaven with your friends, Toby and your family. Youll play poker, youll still be in business... maybe selling unicorns , who knows??? I have cherished our time on go carts to golf carts & convertibles. Rest though. Rest In Peace. You are my hero & youll be my Top Dog!!!!! Love you.

Youre little girl. (J. Huff)

Scott Pollak

April 23, 2020

You quill be greatly missed. I Love you my friend. Rest In Peace.

Jeff Winters

April 23, 2020

Man I am going to miss you Tom. Im glad I was able to get to know you and I would say you were a friend if mine. I appreciate our conversations. You taught me so much about silver. Im glad we stayed in touch after I retired and will cherish our phone when you called me a couple weeks ago while on patrol in Lakewood. Thanks for everything. I will be keeping our last text message still on my phone. Rest In Peace. You are a character.

Angelo & Maria Panagiotaros

April 23, 2020

May his memory be eternal our condolences to the family

Joanna Mckiness

April 23, 2020

I would sell jewelry to him. He was always fair in his prices. My sincerest condolences to your family.

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