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Valerie Allen Obituary

Valerie L. (nee Gessler) Allen, 58 Valerie L. (nee Gessler) Allen, 58, of Hockessin, DE, formerly of Aldan and Media, PA, died August 24, 2013. Born in Media, PA. She was a graduate of Cardinal O'Hara High School and attended Delaware County Community Collage and Villanova University. Valerie worked as a Pet Therapist and was a Project Manager/Director for Paws for People for two years. Previously she worked for Conrail for twenty seven years. Valerie was a CYM Volleyball Coach, and played softball. She was on the Delco Woman's CED league also in NCCO in New Castle County, DE. She was a coach & volunteer at Corpus Christie/All Saints Church and a member of St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church. Valarie was treasurer of the Canterbury Hills Civic Association. She was pre-deceased by her brothers the late Douglas Gessler and Joseph Gessler, Jr. Survivors: Husband, William J. (Chip) Allen. Mother, Luise Gessler of Aston, PA. Sisters, Sue Scanlon of Aldan, PA. and Christine Gessler of Chandler, AZ. Visitation: Wednesday evening, from 7 to 9 PM, at the Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home, 15 E. Fourth St., Media, PA. and again Thursday morning, from 9:30 to 10:30 AM at the funeral home. Funeral Service: Mass: Thursday, 11:00 AM, at Nativity BVM. Church, Franklin & Monroe Sts. Media, PA. Contributions: Paws for People, PO. Box 9955, Newark, Delaware 19714 Arrangements: Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home. [email protected]

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Published by The Daily Times from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2013.

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Derek

September 1, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

August 21, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares 1Peter 5:6,7

Mary Lou Rodden

September 3, 2013

Chip,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know Val personally, but through softball; and know she will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.

August 29, 2013

Chip, Val was a very special person that will never be forgotten. My heart breaks for you. May god bless you and give you strength in this time of need. Patti - Lil P

Kim Mills

August 28, 2013

Chip,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You and Val were great "team mates". Val is probably pitching a perfect game already!

August 28, 2013

Chip . Bob and I were so sorry to hear of Val's passing . What a great lady . I was looking forward to more of our newsletters . The last one was awesome . Our neighborhood will miss this and her . Much love to you . Mimi and Bob .

August 28, 2013

Dear Chip and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.We never met Val but loved her in a very special way.I always felt like we would have been great friends.Please know you are all in our prayers and Val has a special place in our hearts and now she is at peace and the memories will carry you threw till you reunite again..
Love and Prayers Bill and Barbara Colsher and Family

August 28, 2013

Chip and Family,
We were all blessed and lucky to have Val in our life. Her courage and perseverance serve as an inspiration to all. Chip - you are wonderful man and Val was lucky to have you as her husband. Love always,
Roe Falcone

Monica Gessler

August 28, 2013

Chip
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Have faith that God will get you through the hard times that lay ahead. Val will always be with you in your heart and soul.

Denise McGowan-Gendreau

August 27, 2013

Chris & Family. I worked with Val & Chip many years ago at CLOVER. I will keep you in my prayers.

Dan and Patie Parker

August 27, 2013

Chip, Family and Friends,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Patie and Dan Parker
ALCA

August 27, 2013

Chip,
Alice and I were very sad to hear of Val's passing. Although we had never had the privilege of meeting her we have heard nothing but great things about her, and also that you and her were great couple with much love for each other. May God comfort you in this very difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help you please do not hesitate to ask. Our deepest condolences, Phil & Alice Boggs

Mary

August 27, 2013

Chip and "kids"
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. The heavens have a new "pitcher". Take care my friend!

Kim Masson

August 27, 2013

So sorry for your loss Chip. Val will be missed, especially on the ball field. I am sure she is pitching a perfect game in the Field of Dreams.

August 27, 2013

Val was and wonderful person and will be in my heart forever. Love always
The Mustaccio Family

Karen Fries

August 27, 2013

What a great lady! Praying for everyone - her friends and family

Dolores "Deeg" Shank

August 27, 2013

Very sorry to hear this news. Enjoyed playing with and knowing Val. My thoughts and prayers are with you Chip and your family.

Larry Ketzes

August 27, 2013

Prayers and thoughts to the entire family and especially Chip. In this difficult time, allow yourself to be taken care of by friends, new and old. Denise, Jake, and Larry Ketzes

Tina McElvarr

August 27, 2013

Chip and Family,

Please celebrate a life well lived. Hold your family and friends close during this time. Chip, I hope you find comfort knowing you were amazing during this entire fight. We all share your sadness and will miss Val. Pitch a good game up there my friend.

August 26, 2013

Chip and families, celebrate the full life of Val....a life, Chip, that she shared wholeheartedly WITH you. She will be missed. All our prayers and best wishes..if you need anything or want to talk, please let us know.

Mike & Dawn McGrath

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