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Valerie Foucher
1969 - 2015
Valerie Foucher
1969 - 2015
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BORN
1969
DIED
2015
Valerie Foucher Obituary
at 1pm at the Bicentennial Chapel, Building 28414, Ft Gordon, Ga.
Valerie was born in Sierra Leone, Africa and was raised in France. She was a
certified pilot and scuba diver, fluent in 4 languages and a diverse, well
traveled adventurer with a love and passion for antiques and archaeology.
She served the United States for 9 years in the US Army and 15 years as a
Department of the Army Civilian. A decorated Veteran and Civilian
Intelligence Officer, she will be laid to rest with full military honors.
Survivors include her father Pierre Felix Foucher; her mother Anne Marie
Joumard; her sister Marie-Christine Foucher; her honorary family Lili M.
Agostini Youngblood, Melynda R. Cleveland and Alex Omweru.
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Aamer Hayat
June 6, 2025
We met in Pakistan. I was overwhelmed by your personality. I haven't met any other woman as kind, as sensitive, as caring, as brave, as giving, as responsible as you. You taught me so much. You gave me so much.
I visited you in your home in US. You showed me around, we shared few very happy days.
You were my friend for life, we had plans to work together, do things together, go to places together...
I still don't believe you have left, ...
I am sure we will meet again, some place, some time, some how...
Aamer Hayat
Jean de Reynal
April 8, 2025
Mike
March 10, 2022
Bless you my girl! I still think and talk of you to people I know. You are forever young.
Anders
August 1, 2021
A light is gone..
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Anders Nilsen
August 1, 2021
I was just trying to find you again., and this is what I discover. You were a light Valerie. Spreading it to all in your vicinity. This is so sad! Thank you for all you gave us over there. I sure hope I will meet you again on the other side. With respect and honour sunshine!
I wish I knew what happened to you..
LT Anders
April 8, 2019
You are always in my mind and in my heart! And the question that will never been answered: WHY?
With big hugs!
Cpt Joe
I thank Marie-Christine for this picture and I want to share it with you.
Jean de Reynal
April 25, 2017
Alex Omweru
March 31, 2017
Today is another dark day in my life. It marks two painful years without you. But I choose not to live in misery, no! Never! Not only did you give me fish, but you taught me how to fish as well. Blessed and glorified be the name of God for taking you home. Rest in Eternal peace mum.
Diop Amadou
October 24, 2016
We never Forget You dear Valerie
Alex Omweru
April 1, 2016
It has been One full year of pain and heart break. But I will always love for being a mum to me. I miss you every minute I live. I pray and strongly believe you are okay and watching over me. Until we meet, your place in my heart is irreplaceable.
Jean de Reynal
March 31, 2016
Dear Valérie,
You are in my prayers. I miss you.
Omweru Alex
December 9, 2015
I love you mum. You would be 46 Yesterday and all the memories of the birthday phone calls. I celebrated your 30th birthday and I look at the pictures with a lot of gratitude that we crossed path. You will forever be in my life. Missed by whole family.
Suzane Doucette
December 8, 2015
Last week I received an email reminder that today would have been Valerie's 46th birthday. As I think about what happened this year, it's still hard to believe that Val is no longer with us. There's a part of me that thinks she's still out there and maybe on her way to Germany! I wish she was here now with us in Wiesbaden. Her generous spirit, courage, warmth and kindness were such an inspiration and made her a joy to work with. I hope she's in a place of bliss and peace where she's able to fulfill all the hopes and dreams that perhaps evaded her in life.
Jean de Reynal
October 31, 2015
This is the day we remember and pray for our loved ones.I think of thee every day. Rest in peace, my very dear.
Joelle Gabilleau
June 12, 2015
Val
Béatrice et Pierre joumard
June 9, 2015
Tendres pensées pour notre nièce. Ceux qui restent dans la mémoire et le cur ne meurent jamais...
carine joumard
May 19, 2015
Valérie... On avait encore tellement de choses à se dire... Tu me manques, je t'aime. Ta cousine Carine
Philippe et Anne-Marie Joumard
May 11, 2015
Ma chère cousine,
Ces dernières années, nos chemins se sont plus rarement croisés. Nous avions des nouvelles par la famille. Tant qu'ils ont été là, tu ne ratais pas une occasion de passer au moulin pour voir Jacques et Simone qui à chaque fois nous faisaient part du bonheur de t'avoir vue.
Et lors de nos rencontres, tu étais la même Valérie, dynamique et enjouée.
Il y a quelques temps, tu m'avais dit ta satisfaction de pouvoir continuer à venir en ce lieu où nous avons tous tant de bons souvenirs. Tu m'avais même fait part de ton souhait de te plonger dans les racines de l'histoire familiale. C'est sans doute Tonton Jacques qui t'avait donné ce virus.
Ta venue en Allemagne me laissait entrevoir des échanges plus nombreux. Beaucoup ont aussi eu cet espoir.
Ton départ nous a remplis de tristesse mais nous sommes sûrs que tu es heureuse auprès de ceux que tu as rejoints.
J Garcia
April 27, 2015
Valerie, thank you for all the help you gave me in preparation for my assignment to Southwest Asia. Although I never met you in person, you were extremely kind and understanding to a stranger.
Colette Foucher
April 22, 2015
Valérie, ma chère nièce, tu étais un soleil étincelant dans un monde de brutes. On devait se voir bientôt, tu me manques. Reposes toi bien, Colette, France
Alex Omweru
April 22, 2015
Mum,it's three weeks now since we spoke and I didn't know it would be our last. You are always in my heart and life. I will cherish your sweet motherly voice. Your legacy will always have a special place in to shine in my heart. I miss you mum. Rest in eternal peace. With love
Jean-David Foucher
April 20, 2015
Even though my memories of you come from early childhood, there is so much more in our family than just blood. I felt the loss and sadness, as if some part of me had been secretly removed. Let your sparkle and spirit inspire us all !
M-Jeanne_Christian Rabatel
April 20, 2015
Valérie,
Toi une fille si gaie et si pleine d'assurance. Pourquoi? Pourquoi?
Calvin Johnson
April 20, 2015
Though we've just met, I feel as though I've known you for the longest time. Your generosity, kindness, humor, and professionalism will be missed. My heart is with you and your family.
Enzo Farelli
April 19, 2015
Una donna eccezionale! Veniva nella nostra caserma di Breganze col suo Humvee, A volte suonava il pianoforte nel ufficio del capitano e cantava cose stupende con la voce di Diana Krall! Era responsabile del club di Arti Marziali e insegnava il Krav Maga con molto impegno. Non è possibile dimenticare un carattere così forte. Ci mancherai, Valerie!
Tenente Enzo Farelli, Terza Legione Carabinieri, Udine Italia
April 19, 2015
Valérie, j'ai eu tant de plaisir à te retrouver l'an passé ; tu laisses un grand vide mais tu resteras à jamais dans mon coeur ma chère cousine
Marie-Line Foucher (Paulnay, France)
April 19, 2015
Valérie, j'ai eu tant de plaisir à te retrouver l'an passé ; tu laisses un grand vide mais tu resteras à jamais dans mon coeur ma chère cousine
Marie-Line Foucher (Paulnay, France)
Denis Favier
April 19, 2015
Condolences From the French Gendarmerie Intelligence Coordination Unit.
We are diminished.
James Touchstone
April 18, 2015
Valerie,
You shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary You, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,
We will remember You...
Florence Noeman
April 18, 2015
Tu nous manqueras, Valerie, Le son de ta voix resonne encore dans mes oreilles, nous avons tous du chagrin, ton visage, jolie de vivre et soul ne serra jamais oublie dans notre famille.
Raoul Correa
April 18, 2015
A Silent Warrior left the Team,
Soldiers keep a very important list in the back of their minds for their entire
lives. That's the small number of professionals that they want with them if
they go to war or are faced with great adversity. Valerie was at the top of mine.
Our Nation called on her often, and I'm sure it will surprise nobody that that she never
failed to step forward and do what needed to be done. Terms like selfless
service, courage, honor, integrity and professionalism are overused these days
and often seem to have lost their true meaning....until you apply them to
someone like Valerie, who humbly embodied the very best of what those sacred terms
imply.
My deepest sympathy to her family, and my thanks to them for sharing Valerie with us over the years. Their sacrifices were painful and difficult, but were a very critical part of the many meaningful successes that Valerie achieved.
We will meet again,
Raoul Correa
Joy Reddoor
April 18, 2015
I worked with Valerie in the mid-2000s when she was assigned to USAREUR as a liaison officer to Africa. She was always bright, smart, and charming and a pleasure to know. She will be greatly missed.
Anthony Giudicelli
April 18, 2015
Toutes mes condoleances pour la mort de Valerie. J'ai eu l'honneur de travailler avec elle pendant quelques mois et nous etions assez proches. Elle etait toujours d'une gentillesse ecceptionelle.
Jean de Reynal
April 17, 2015
I'm Jean, thy husband from another lifetime. Our relationship was another casualty of Army life, but I still love thee, no matter what. Always did and always will. You were the nicest lady on Earth and I am very proud of all your achievements. I'm glad we managed to start writing to each other a few years ago and I understand I must be the very last person you wrote to. As I wrote on a previous post that the funeral home deemed inappropriate, it was "till death do us part" now the worst is erased, and the very best remains.
I'll pray for thee and thy family and your wonderful son Alex who made you so proud.
To this day I still regret to have declined your invitation to meet you in Uganda for his graduation ceremony.I was not ready to see you again and I'll have to live with that for the rest of my life. Rest In Peace my dearest Valérie, and find appeasement in your heart at last. And I'm asking your friends to write to me and share with me whatever comes to their minds straight from their hearts. As the poet once said: "It was better to part than never having met."
God Bless Thee and God Bless You All.
Jean
Hippolyte THOMAZI
April 17, 2015
Toutes mes condoléances. Rest in peace.
Mum, this was the last time we hugged at Entebbe Airport. I will live to cherish and celebrate these moments of your life with me
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
Mum your generosity afforded a smile to my family and made it possible to walk through Tucker building as an achiever
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
mum your love and care made it possible for me to stand out in the crowd, Even in the midst of the elites there I was too.
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
mum, your last visit was priceless and I will always cherish these memories
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
mum, my siblings enjoyed your presence at home. all were happy but won't see you anymore. you changed our lives forever
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
Your Driver too Rashied is still in shock that you are gone too soon, he relishes these moments we shared with him
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
Mum, you always taught me to live modestly and save for the rainy day. I will complete this house in your memory, your legacy will live on everyday.
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
Mum,you were telling Joshia how proud you were of me as he took this photo. He misses you too.
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
mum, that was you watching over me to make sure Iam all well. even in this pain and tears, you will live everyday in my life Rest in Peace Loving mum
Alex Omweru
April 17, 2015
mum, that was you watching over me to make sure Iam all well. even in this pain and tears, you will live everyday in my life Rest in Peace Loving mum
April 17, 2015
Karen Jenkins
April 17, 2015
Dear Foucher Family; Years after serving in Pakistan, Valerie's work still is professionally commended as the standard to which all should rise. Her legacy as a Force Protection Detachment Agent continues and she is fondly remembered, both professionally and personally, by all who knew her. We are all much the poorer for her loss.
Nestor F Coris
April 17, 2015
Foucher Family, I am sorry for your loss. Valerie was such a great person, she will live on in our memories forever
Denis Colbert
April 17, 2015
I knew Valerie when she and I were Staff Sergeants at Fort Huachuca in 2003 timeframe - we worked on the same team. She was always a joy to work with, because she had so much love and life in her soul. I then worked with her near Amman Jordan, in 2013, when she was a MICEP and she was again a breath of fresh air to be around, with her fantastic sense of humor, her vitality, and her friendship. I cannot believe she is gone. She will live in my heart forever. We all loved her.
Christina Hong
April 17, 2015
Valerie's appetite for life and intrepid nature were a joy to be around. You will be missed fellow wanderer.
Girin Barretto
April 17, 2015
My sincere condolences to Valerie's family. Valerie was a gem of a person and I will miss her ready smile and kindness. She left us too soon!
Chuck Benz
April 16, 2015
You left us way too soon Valerie. My family and I will forever cherish your generous friendship and independent spirit. I so enjoyed working with you and being a part of your life; you will be so dearly missed. Peace be with you and your family...
April 16, 2015
I will truly miss "my girl" with a heart of gold. I'll cherish all the times together and our routine lunch days eating Chinese food. Love always.
Eugene Scott (Grovetown, GA)
April 16, 2015
My condolences to Valeries Family. Words cannot express the shock that her Navy Family is in from her passing. She was always positive and delightful person to have during any event we were involved in. Our conversations will forever be imbedded into my memories of she a wonderful person. You will missed by more people then you can imagine. Rest In Peace Warrior. You have completed your mission here and now move forward to protect us from above.
Stewart Smith
April 16, 2015
Le monde pleure et on n'est plus heureux. Tu nous manques. Que tu dors bien mon amie. A bientot.
Bill Kulovitz
April 16, 2015
Eternal rest grant unto Valerie, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon her.
May she rest in peace. Amen.
Valerie, you will be missed.
Aaron DeHaven
April 16, 2015
Here's to an amazing woman. Thank you for everything you've done for me, and for us all.
coming to Uganda for my Graduation was a great gift I will always cherish
Alex Omweru
April 16, 2015
My Memorable Graduation Day with mum
An adventure with Valerie (wearing light floppy hat)
Rich Antonisse
April 16, 2015
My family and I will miss Valerie very much. I was fortunate to be able to work closely with Valerie during one of her overseas deployments in 2013-2014. She was a tremendous friend, teammate, and professional -- and truly one-of-a-kind. She was always there to help others and had an abiding sense of adventure, a keen wit, and a great sense of humor. I always smile when I recall her beautiful lilting French accent, her self-deprecating humor about her occasional "Franglish" malapropisms, her hunt for and love of good food, her creating an elaborate "nest" for herself wherever she was, and how she was always, always there for her team, far away from home. Although our time with her was all too brief, we treasure her memory and have been deeply touched by her presence. In love and sympathy to the Foucher family and her many, many friends and colleagues all over the world. Rich, Jami, Hunter, and Evan Antonisse
Travis Autry
April 16, 2015
Valerie and I met back to 2007 at Ft Gordon and she quickly became my little French Pastry. We kept in touch even when we were worlds apart.
I pray that the good lord will focus the families grief on the happy memories of Val and all the funny things she did.like buy that VW in Pakistan and then ship it home!
She was a warm, loving person and I'll always be grateful to have had the honor to know, respect and love her.
Tony Fors
April 16, 2015
My condolences to Valerie's family. Our individual worlds have certainly ben enriched by people like Valerie. She will be missed by all. God Bless.
Joe & Shelly Bailey
April 16, 2015
Valerie will be deeply missed by Shelly and I. A wonderful individual who made a lasting impact on all she came in contact with. A true friend who always thought of others before herself. May she rest in peace.
Sal Arria
April 16, 2015
Pour mon bon ami et collègue. Votre sourire, l'amitié et le professionnalisme ne seront jamais oubliés. Je me souviens quand je ai ri de mes tentatives pauvres au me..not french..but avec vous pour toujours ri de moi ... Je vais vous manquera beaucoup mon cher ami.
Salvatore
Lalaynia VanAlstine
April 16, 2015
I am so glad I met you when I first arrived at the 513th in September 2012. I'm glad we had the opportunity to work together and become friends. I am saddened that I was not able to tell you goodbye since you where taken from us so quickly. I can still hear your lovely voice :) I will miss you greatly, my dear friend.
Stephen Maynard
April 16, 2015
Valerie, You are missed. Your positive attitude, ready smile, quick wit, and no nonsense work ethic made you an example to everyone around you. The way you reached out to new comers like myself with stay with me always. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your friends.
Jeannie, Stella, & Val
April 16, 2015
Andrea Moss
April 16, 2015
Dearest friend - I've missed you so much over the years. My sincere condolences to your friends, family, to everyone whose lives you touched. You are sorely missed.
"I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel" - Maya Angelou
Valerie in Senegal
Jutta Millas
April 16, 2015
Valerie was a dear and loyal friend. We worked together in Vicenza, Italy, and later covered an exercise in Senegal. Over the years, I was always happy to receive updates and beautiful photos taken during her various overseas assignments. She will be sorely missed.
Bryan & Liz Froehlich
April 15, 2015
Dear Valerie, I met you very briefly during your tour in Vicenza, Italy, while my husband, Bryan, had the great opportunity to share your experience and skills for a 3-month deployment in Dakar, Senegal in 2000. He will aways remember when you wanted to swim in the rough Ocean and he was watching you from a distance to make sure you were OK. He remembers your distinguished greetings "Hello" with your beautiful French accent, and when you had to listen to his flying stories every day for 3 months. He was proud to hear that you obtained your pilot license, later on. We didn't stay in touch, but you were often in the center of our conversations when remembering those years. Life can present very unexpected sad moments, and to hear about you, was one of them. Dear Valerie, rest in peace. We will treasure your memory in our hearts. With love, Bryan and Liz Froehlich
Judy Kicklighter
April 15, 2015
My family and I will miss Valerie so very much! She was an extraordinary person and so kind hearted and generous. We thought of her as part of the family and always enjoyed her visits. She was such an interesting person to talk to and we will keep her in our memories forever. May you find peace and strength for the times ahead.
Gabin chahounka
April 15, 2015
I am so sad to loose my best friend since many years. We met in 1996 in cotonou during a military training. She has ever been an outstanding professional and a sensitive person.She couldnt meet misery and look away. She was helpful at any time . May God the Almighty welcome her in his Kingdom!
Nicole Vincent
April 15, 2015
My condolences to Valerie's friends and family. Valerie was a dear friend with a heart of gold and a sense of humor that won't be forgotten. Her no nonsense and adventurous approach to life was one that I will always emulate. She was a phenomenal woman and friend. She'll be deeply missed.
Tami n Carolann Trujillo
April 15, 2015
I am saddened to hear the news.
My sisters good friend. We had the pleasure of meeting her and what a amazing woman. I have a good memory of the meeting, that I often think about and wondered of her. I loved watching her playing with my daughter at the time who was 3. My daughter was in the shy stage but took to Valerie so fast ended up climbing all over her and got raspberries and tickles and hugs. She fit perfectly in her lap. Thanks Valerie for giving me them memories :) it was a blessing to have met you. Prayer for u on ur journey home!! Prayers for family and friends for strength at this time (((hugs))) to u all. Love Tami and Carolann
Jutta JB Millas
April 15, 2015
Sincere sympathy and condolences.
Valerie will live forever in my memory as a dear friend.
Friends first Sisters forever....
Mara Martinez
April 15, 2015
My dear Sweet Val, I love you so much...I only wish you knew how much. You have such a beautiful heart, sweet smile, lovely spirit. Every moment with you was special. You blessed each of us so very much. We will hold you in a special place in our hearts forever.
Alex Omweru
April 15, 2015
Mum, you always called me sweety and rarely mentioned me by name. In my studies and work you always asked me to take care. Everyday before you went to work you could send a hug even when you were running late. You washed all my worries and provided all i needed. You made me experience tjat parental love i had missed in my teenage years. Thousands of miles away here in Uganda, I celebrate your love, compassion and above all the mentorship you always gave me each an everyday of the last ten years since we crossed path. You are in a better place but your voice and guidance will always live in me for the rest of my life. Rest in Eternal Peace my sweet mum. I love you
Stella Lozano
April 15, 2015
Words seem inadequate about the sadness we feel. She has left an imprint on our hearts and we will cherish our memories of her.
Fauchon Nicole
April 15, 2015
Tu vas me manquer, tu resteras à jamais dans mon coeur. Toutes mes sincères condoléances et du courage à toute la famille pour affronter cette terrible épreuve.
Mariah Martinez
April 15, 2015
Val always greeted us with a smile and an open heart. Her love and laughter will surely be missed.
Stella Lozano
April 15, 2015
We are deeply saddened by the news of Valerie's passing. She was one of the most unselfish people I have ever known and gave so much to those in need of help. My family and our mutual friends have very fond memories of our time together and family celebrations. We look back on all the good memories we were able to have and smile at the fact that we were able to share these before she passed away. May the soul of the dearly departed rest in peace, may our prayers help guide her on her journey to our Creator. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and her family.
Stella, Alexis, & Rene Lozano
Cinzia Benz
April 15, 2015
Valerie, you are going to be missed immensly by all of us.
Anne Le garrec
April 15, 2015
Pour ma cousine que j'aurais voulu revoir. Nous avons passé souvent des vacances ensemble a st Cyrano du jambot et j'en garde de bons souvenirs.
Tout mon soutien pour pierre, anne-marie et Marie-Christine.
Anne le Garrec
Jutta Millas
April 15, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I share your grief for the loss of a daughter, sister and dear friend. This news came as a shock because I had been looking forward to seeing Valerie this year in Europe. She was a dear friend who will be missed. Marseille, France.
Joachim Kühn, Cpt (ret. GA)
April 15, 2015
Valerie will stay in my heart for ever as a wonderful friend!
Bilkis Sterner
April 15, 2015
Mes plus sincères condoléances. Elle était pour moi ma prémiere amie d'enfance et est réstée une amie fidèle pendant toute sa vie. Nous nous sommes connues en Gambie et avons partagés des moments extraordinaires. Depuis nous nous étions jamais perduées de vue et elle était ma seule amie d'enfance qui était à mon marriage 15 ans après l'ecole primaire.
Bilkis Sterner
John Roberts
April 14, 2015
Celebrating her life. I will cherish the memories forever!
Thomas Switajewski
April 14, 2015
My condolences on your loss. She was a good friend, and a beautiful person. She will be missed.
Elliott Sons Funeral Home
April 13, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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