Daniel P. Valko

Daniel P. Valko obituary, Stratford, CT

Daniel P. Valko

Daniel Valko Obituary

Published by Legacy on Feb. 27, 2025.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Paul Valko, who left us far too soon on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at the age of 37.
Daniel was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Valko and his grandparents, Frank and Irene Carroll and Paul and Fran Valko.
He is survived by his loving mother, Eileen (Carroll) Clemens, and her husband Howard Clemens of Anderson, SC; his brother Brian Valko, and sister-in-law Lisa, of Durham, Connecticut; his sister Caitlin Valko of Chicago, Illinois; as well as many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He is also survived by his loyal and faithful dog, Darby, who brought him great joy and companionship.
Dan will be lovingly remembered for his sense of humor, his incredible culinary talents, and his generous and caring spirit.
A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Dennis & D'Arcy - Abriola & Kelemen Funeral Home, 2611 Main St., Stratford, CT 06615 followed by burial at Mountain Grove Cemetery, Bridgeport. Friends my greet the family on Saturday from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. prior to the service. To offer condolences please visit www.dennisanddarcy.com

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March 30, 2025

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March 16, 2025

Evey posted to the memorial.

March 5, 2025

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Mary (Johnson) Bodurtha

March 30, 2025

Eileen and family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about Danny. I think about the kids and our time together- it seems like so long ago, and yet only the blink of an eye.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

With love,
Mary Johnson

Evey

March 16, 2025

Eileen and Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time.
Evey Carroll-Caron

Peter Doherty

March 5, 2025

Eileen,
So sorry to hear of the passing of Danny. Many memories of the kids in baseball, etc.
Pete Doherty

Terry Estrin

February 28, 2025

Eileen and Howard,
So sorry to hear of your tragic loss with Danny´s passing.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Terry & Rich

Dee Scott

February 28, 2025

Eileen & Howard-
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace and comfort.
Please know we are here for you.
You are in our thoughts.
The Brown Family

Shannon Radford

February 26, 2025

I am so very sorry for your loss. Dan was a super nice guy. I am very sorry I didn't know in time to show up, but definitely have had your family on my mind, and in my prayers since.

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Marsha Zatcoff

February 25, 2025

So sad to hear of your loss. A young life taken far too soon.
Condolences from the Zatcoff Family

Deborah Edgar

February 25, 2025

Dear Eileen, Brian and Caitlin - I was very saddened when I heard of Dan´s passing. My sincerest condolences to you all. Such a wonderful young man gone way too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Fondly, Deborah Edgar

Pam Knauss

February 24, 2025

Eileen
Eric and I are thinking of you. We are so very sorry for your son´s passing. Our hearts and love go out to you

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