Rick A. Valenzuela, 44, of Oxnard, CA, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2013 of complications due to kidney failure. He was born in Santa Barbara, CA on August 8, 1969 to Bertha Fenske (Perez) and Abel Valenzuela. Rick took pride in working with the youth at group homes around Ventura County. Being there for youth who felt they had no one. Rick became the big brother, uncle, and best friend to many. Ricks pride and joy was his daughter Priscilla Lynn, 12 of Oxnard. Rick spent all his time with Priscilla, taking her to school, dance class and their favorite Wal-Mart. His biggest pride was watching her perform during Santa Barbara Spanish Days Fiestas.

Rick's favorite pass time was watching sports on TV, a true Raider and Laker fan. Going to his nephews Brandon and Brayden Padilla's football games and his niece Breeanna Padilla's basketball games was also one of his favorite. Rick is survived by his parents Jim and Bertha Fenske, Abel and Carmen Valenzuela, daughter Priscilla Valenzuela (Tiffany Knight), Sisters; Lorraine Padilla (Robert), Marissa Unzueta and Veronica Valenzuela. Brothers; Mark Unzueta (Nina), Fernando and Jose Valenzuela. Many uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family.

Although Rick leaves us with many beautiful, poignant, and funny stories to keep him alive in our hearts, he will be truly missed. The celebration of Rick's life will be at the San Buenaventura Mission on Saturday January 11, 2014 at 12 p.m. The San Buenaventura Mission is located at 211 East Main Street Ventura, CA 93001. Reception to follow at the VFW, 3801 Market Street, Ventura CA

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Published by The Tribune from Jan. 9 to Jan. 12, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Rick Valenzuela

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21 Entries

Jose Valenzuela

January 3, 2022

Well carnal otro año sin ustedes here...almost 10 years since you left us and I know like we aren't reminded of you but no matter what always in my heart.....Love you carnal always...a pic with one of ur nieces' you didn't meet

Jose Valenzuela

October 3, 2019

Just a reminder that you are not forgotten carnal....say hi to everyone for me... love and miss you always.

Your with our jefe carnal watch over my mom for me

Jose Valenzuela

November 4, 2018

Albert Limon

December 26, 2017

Merry Christmas my dear Rick you came into my dreams last night to remind me that your there at peace with our heavenly father and I awoke to a message at 4 am just to have you on my phone with your brothers message posted l, You are dearly missed and loved by all . I pray for you this morning and all the Familia that has that emptiness and feel the void you left behind. One day we will all see eachother again . LOVE YOU TONS my cousin.

Jose Valenzuela

December 25, 2017

Well karnal another year without you and now mom and dad gone grandmas and tios didn't get to say see you later again... Miss you like Krazy wish u were all here with me and the rest of the familia.. U guys are watching over us. Some of u were sick and not suffering anymore and thankful for that...but not how dad left shouldn't have happen that way they're both with you all.... Love u karnal let everyone know I send my love up in heaven with u.

Jose Valenzuela

October 13, 2015

Man bro sure wish u were here so you could see your 3 beautiful nieces:Justina,Aryanna,& Joselyn.....I mean I know you can,just,u know......miss u karnal.

tiff

January 19, 2015

Thinking of you as always. Missing you and wishing you were still here.

Gloria Carrasco

December 29, 2014

Rick..you always made me laugh..loved your sense of humor! Always smiling & joking! :)

Priscilla Valenzuela

December 29, 2014

Dad you are the best dad anyone could ever have I will always love you and keep you in my heart. Thank you for always doing your best for me I love you ,
sincerly your daughter Priscilla

Jose Valenzuela

November 20, 2014

To my older carnal,even tho we rarely saw each other we always remained close,I always had a good time when we were together,always had your back,always will....love and miss u Ricky...mi carnal,always.....tu carnalio Jose.

George Alton

January 14, 2014

My condolences go out to your family. May you rest in peace as your journey continues to inspire those who surround you. You were a good neighbor and you will always be remembered. I know you touched so many. May The Lord Bless you and your loving family. May God give you all strenghth and blessings.

Alton family.

Juice

January 12, 2014

AMIGOOO!! Big Rick was a firme person. He loved working with trouble youth and put a smile on they're face when depress. But most of all he loved his Pricillita. I had good times and I will miss you Compa!!

Irma Santamaria

January 11, 2014

I will miss our chats during fiestas. Rest in peace.

Joshua Adams

January 11, 2014

Rick, you were one of the funniest people I've ever met!! I know for myself as well as everyone who loved you, we have lost a great person. I will always remember the laughs and the fun times and your daughter will grow up and be reminded of your loving heart and kindness as well as your humor. My condolences go out to your family forever. May your smile and shining personality live on in the hearts of
all who knew you.

tiffany knight

January 11, 2014

I am so thankful for having you in my life, for your friendship, for always being there for me regardless, and being a amazing father. From the moment our baby girl was born You showed me what a fathers love was.
I know u will always be right by my side, guiding me to do the best I can for cill.
I will forever love and miss you!

Lorraine Padilla

January 10, 2014

My big brother I miss you so much as do the kids I feel like a piece of me is gone all I have left are all the good times we had love you so much is's not good bye it's see later ...Rest in Paradise my guardian angel. Love you Lorraine and kids...

January 10, 2014

Rick, We'll truly miss you and your big heart. You are a wonderful Father and great friend. May you rest until we all meet again. Love, Uncle Ralph and Aunt Shirley.

Alishia Holguin

January 9, 2014

I had the pleasure of knowing Rick through my dearest friend his sister Lorraine & mom Bertha. Our children danced with one another. Through out the years our families became to be as a family, friendship. I will always remember your sense of humor, your smile, kindness, your encouragement you gave my son, run ins @ Walmart that hanky you always seemed to pull out on those hot days during Feista well we all ran place to place, or birthday parties most of all your love you had for Priscilla your loyalty you had as a father! You always had love. You will be missed dearly by so many Rick! May you rest in peace. Love Raymond,Leilani and Alishia Holguin

Rose Banuelos

January 9, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Rick at Agape group home. He was truly a big brother to all the boys that have passed through the home during his employment.
Rest in Peace
"Big Rick"

albert limon

January 9, 2014

Miss you bro

albert limon

January 9, 2014

You're still here in my heart and mind,
still making me laugh cause your stories live on.
I hold you in a thought with every song I hear.
I hear you and this gives me strength and courage.
The tears I have cried for you are just like memories
and I know you have made each one .
Foru Brother, I promise you this,
I will go on with my life and make you proud. I will always hold you in my heart.
I promise you I will be missing you everyday till the end of time,
but this is not my end and I can't hold my head underwater....I need to breathe.
I need to love and miss you, but I also need to live because through me you will live,
you will still laugh and love,
you will still sing and dance,
you will still hug and kiss.
You will forever be in our lives,
you will forever be a brother,
a son, a cousin, a dad
an uncle
and friend.
I am going to miss your funny faces
I think of you and wonder why?
I might cry or smile,
but at the end of the day I am one day closer to you...... I regret not seeing you cause we were so far waited for you to respond to all my invites bro wish I could hug you one last time. wish I could sit and talk and tell our jokes.I saved your voicmails when I need to laugh and hear the rick aka Mexican assassin. Really gonna miss you in this lifetime I have no more words to express the sadness. Love you V