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ART VALENCIA Sr.

1938 - 2025

ART VALENCIA Sr. obituary, 1938-2025, El Centro, CA

BORN

1938

DIED

2025

UPCOMING SERVICE

Celebration Of Life

Jul. 22, 2025

12:00 p.m.

Eagles lodge

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ART VALENCIA Obituary

ART FELIX

VALENCIA SR

Nov. 20, 1938 – May 7, 2025

Art Valencia Sr., born on November 20, 1938, passed away on May 7, 2025, in El Centro, CA. Known for his dedication as a family man, Art was gentle yet firm and always conscientious. He leaves behind a legacy as a beloved father and a respected professional in the construction industry.

Art graduated from CUHS and furthered his education at the University of Redlands, equipping him with the skills that would define his career. He worked diligently as a cement foreman, an estimator, and later as a business owner, where he was well-regarded for his work ethic and expertise.

Art's life was marked by the deep love he shared with his family. He is survived by his children, Edward, Sylvia, Guillermo, George, and Arthur. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maria Magdalena, and his parents and brothers.

Internment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. This will be followed by a celebration of life at the Eagles Lodge, 661 State St., El Centro at 12 p.m. Art's memory will be cherished by all who knew him as a steadfast pillar of his community and a devoted family man.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online on Jul. 19, 2025.

Memorial Events
for ART VALENCIA

Jul

22

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m.

Eagles lodge

661 State st, El Centro

Jul

22

Interment

8:30 a.m.

Evergreen Cemetery

CA

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Debbie Fisher

Yesterday

Uncle Art, You were always so humble and always made me feel special. Wish I could be at your celebration of life. I will be remembering you tomorrow. Love you Uncle Art. Debbie Fisher

Leti Rodriguez

July 18, 2025

Our condolences to the Valencia family with the passing of a hard working and dedicated man. Art was a proud man and took pride in his job throughout the valley. I met Art and his beautiful wife Mary when they would come to the El Centro City Hall for construction permits. It seemed he was always too busy and in a rush to get to his next project. One day I finally told Art he needed to slow down and to his much surprise he said he hadn't realized he was always in a hurry. We had a good laugh. His family are true pioneers to the development of Imperial Valley. Rest In Peace. Leti Rodriguez

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