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1942
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Leo Valdez Obituary
Dec. 2, 1942 - Aug. 9, 2017
Leo passed away suddenly on August 9, 2017 he is survived by his wife of 57 years Dolores Valdez and their six children Lori, Johnny, Tony, Leo, Darlene, Vickie and their 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandkids.
Viewing will be held Fri. Aug. 18, 2017 at Chapel of Flowers, 900 2nd St. San Jose, CA 95122, 7-9pm
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6 Entries
Laquita Centeno
August 30, 2017
I loved this guy he would come to Walmart stand by me at the door I miss him .... great guy
Don & Fran Incardona
August 18, 2017
What a loss of a true friend ... Leo Valdez.
He dedicated his life to working class men and women.
He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Our thoughts and prayers go to Dolores and his family.
Cheri Richey
August 17, 2017
I love you all, RIP Leo, you always put a smile on my face.... you will be missed by many... Vern Sterling & Bernice are waiting up in heaven for you my friend. Fly high & watch over us... xo
August 15, 2017
My deepest condolences to Dolores and the Valdez family. May your fond memories carry you through this difficult time. May Leo's strong spirit live with you every second of the day. Amor y Paz~Vickie Brugge ❤
Juanita Castaneda
August 15, 2017
I am juanita castaneda my late ex Richard Medina were best friends since elementary school i was 16 when i met leo , after that i met Dolores we were best friends , they got married still keep in touch , we bastist their son Tony met all the family Leo will alway be in my heart Rest in peace , bless the family with all my love.
Charles Jaime
August 14, 2017
Hell of a Union Man !!! Always cared about the Blue Collar Workers. Rest in Peace Leo.
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Chapel of Flowers Funeral Home - San Jose900 South Second Street, San Jose, CA 95112
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