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John Valley Obituary
John C. Valley, 80, and Bonita E. (Weber) Valley, 71,
Fleetwood, passed away within two days of each other. Bonita passed away Oct. 18, 2009, and John on Oct. 20, 2009, in their residence of natural causes, after a long illness.
John was born in Philadelphia, a son of the late John C. and Mary Ellen (Dolan) Valley.
Bonita was born in Pottsville, a daughter of the late Walter C. and Edna P. (Shappell) Weber.
John had been a lieutenant for the Philadelphia Fire Department, retiring after 27 years. He was a graduate of Roman Catholic High School in Philadelphia, class of 1947.
Bonita was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an outstanding softball and flag football coach. She was a Girl Scout leader for many years. She was a graduate of Pottsville High School, class of 1956.
They are survived by six children: Teresa, wife of Thomas Lewis; Patricia, wife of Dominick Baird; Jacqueline, wife of John DiZio; Kathleen Valley; John, husband of Anne Marie Valley; and Mary Ellen, wife of Kerry Ebeling.
Also surviving are seven grandchildren: Tricia, Renee, Brenndan, Mary, Christine, Kylie and Victoria; and six great-grandchildren: Samantha, Jenna, Ryan, Madison, Jackson and Savannah.
They were preceded in death by two grandchildren, Thomas and Anna.
Also surviving are John's brothers, Joseph Valley and Thomas Valley, and sister Helen Souder.
John was preceded in death by a brother, Francis Valley, and sisters Anne C. Bresch and Mary McElroy.
Bonita was preceded in death by a brother, Walter W. Weber Sr., and sisters Gertrude C. Reed and Reta White.
Funeral services will be Saturday, Oct. 24, at 11 a.m. in St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 117 E. Arch St., Fleetwood. Viewings will be Friday, Oct. 23, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Mae A. Stump Funeral Home, 117 W. Main St., Fleetwood, and Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. to time of service. Private inurnment services will be in Schuylkill Memorial Park, Schuylkill Haven.
Contributions may be made to St. Joseph's Medical Center Foundation, P.O. Box 316, Reading, PA. 19603.
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for John Valley
Holly Gauker-Reichert
August 30, 2010
I'm sorry for the loss of your wonderful parents. I've only heard yesterday of the news and I was shocked. I can say that I have very fond memories of them both. I enjoyed each summer they spent in Pine Grove with their family. John & Mary Ellen I'm sorry for your loss.
Holly Gauker-Reichert, Lebanon, PA
The Fierman Family
October 31, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
BETHANY WHITE
October 26, 2009
I WILL MISS AUNT BONNIE AND UNCLE JACK VERY MUCH,EVERYONE WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS,
Melissa Van Vickle
October 26, 2009
Dear Valley Family,
I'm so saddened to hear of Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jack's passing. Although, it's only fitting that they are together in heaven, as they always were here on earth. They were such special people and I'm so glad to have had them in my life. Please know that our family is thinking of yours in your time of grief.
Love always,
Melissa Van Vickle (White) and Family
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Patsy Valley ( Baird)
October 26, 2009
Dear Mom And DAD. What a honor it was to be with You the last weeks of your time on Earth. Dad I will Cherish the time we had together..I was so Honored to be able to take care of you, just like you did for me when I was younger. Thanks for all the GREAT Memories that will fill my Heart every time I think of You!! I love You and Miss you so very much! Your Daughter. Patsy
Glenn Gaffney
October 25, 2009
We are very sorry to hear about Miss. Bonnie and Jack. We loved going down the cottage and seeing them in the summer. Miss. Bonnie and her Campbell Soup collection! They were both so nice to our whole family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, may everyone cherish all the great memories that were made! God Bless. -Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Gaffney and Family
October 24, 2009
To the Valley Family:
Sending our sincere sadness at the loss of Bonnie and John. I'am a
classmate of Bonnie PHS 56, she was so special a joy to be with, we
will keep you all in our prayers, Sincerely, Pat Boyer Kutch and John Kutch.
Kate Augustine
October 24, 2009
Dear Trish (Pat) and family,
We love you. Your FBI family.
Mary Jane Hohman-Lupton
October 24, 2009
Bonnie Weber (PHS 1956) was president of Senior Y teens, and was on the Newspaper staff and the Senior Play cast. "Her sincerity, good humor, and hearty laughter did much to brighten the classrooms which Bonnie attended."
from the 1956 yearbook
Laurette Hartman
October 23, 2009
I am so glad that I had the oppotunity to know Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jack. They were very special to me and I will always cherish the times I spent at the cabin with them. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Mike & Ann Schnur
October 23, 2009
Teri, Tom and the Valley Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. It was so special that your Mom & Dad were surrounded by family at this time. You will have many moments to cherish
October 23, 2009
Mary-Ellen,
Your Mt. Penn family is thinking of you and here for you in any way necessary. Your love for your parents was obvious in daily care that you gave to them. God bless you and your family during this difficult time!
MPEC/MPPC
October 23, 2009
John and family,
Know that your Wachovia family is thinking of you.
Janice Gallagher
October 23, 2009
Dear Valley Family,
Our deepest sympathies are with all of you at this difficult time. I am so grateful that I was able to get to know Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jack at the family reunions and holidays. We will miss them both dearly. Joseph has many many more fond memories.
I'm sure this was God's plan.
God bless.
Janice and Joe
Karen-Beth Rynkewicz
October 23, 2009
The Valley Family,
We are so sorry about Mom and Dad. I was remembering all the fun times I had with them. That is the word that keeps coming to mind, fun. I am so happy that I got to see them 1 more time. See you on Saturday.
Love The Rynkewicz Family: Rob, Karen-Beth and Jaret
Beverly Wolf
October 23, 2009
Terri, Tom & Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you. If you need anything, I am only a telephone call away. You are in my prayers.
Bev Wolf (Morning Call)
October 23, 2009
To the Valley Family,
Just want to let all of you know that you are in our prayer during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Andy and Amy Di Zio and family
Michele Schoener
October 22, 2009
Dear Mary Ellen and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that they are no longer suffering. Cherish the wonderful memories that you have. Please don't hesitate to call if you need something.
Thinking of you,
The Schoener Family
October 22, 2009
My Condolences to All the Valley Family:
Bonnie and I were both raised on Race St. In Pottsville. We attended the same schools from grades 1-12. Bonnie always had a happy face and kind word to say to all. I last talked to her at our 50th Class Reunion where she discovered that I had never written in her year book. I of course immediately wrote in her book and we talked and reminisced for over an hour.We both enjoyed that hour and promised to do the same at each subsequent reunion. I will miss her smile and pleasant demeanor.
Tony Downey,Pottsville High Class of 1956
October 22, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Jack and Bonnie. I remember so many wonderful times with these two special people. Always had a smile on their face and always made me and my family feel like part of their family. May God bless them and may they rest in peace.
Love, Mike, Nik, Zach & Faith
Tami Dengler
October 22, 2009
Dear Mary Ellen & family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need anything, please let us.
Love,
Jeff, Tami, Andrew, Hannah, & Lauren
Dengler
Nancy Adams
October 22, 2009
Dear Kathy, John and Mary Ellen
I am so sorry to hear about your mom and dad. I couldn't have ask for nicer neighbors. The only reason that I could go to work and concentrate was because I knew your mom and dad were looking out for Joseph, Michael and Leigh Anne. I love you all and will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Nancy
October 22, 2009
I have such great memories of Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jackie. I remember the month I spent with them (I think my dad needed a break!!)The girls still remember when he came to stay with us at my dad's funeral and got locked in our den. Talk about panic (even though the windows were down to the floor and he could step out!)We have always had fond memories and love and always will. Our love and prayers to all of you!
Love Crissy (the Texas one!)
October 22, 2009
We are so sad and sorry about Aunt Bonnie & Uncle Jack. I am so happy that our family doesn't just get together for sad events. My kids have great memories of Aunt Bonnie & Uncle Jack. Connor already said "Who I am going to show all my Magic tricks too and tell all my jokes" We will miss you guys so much!!! So sad they are both gone but so fitting they are still together. We love you.
The Augustine Family
Margie (Woods)Terry
October 22, 2009
Dear Teresa, Patsy, and Jackie, I was so sorry to hear about your Dad and Mom, I remember all the good times we had on 18th st.My prayers and thoughts are with you at this very sad time. God bless you. Love Margie
helen lewis
October 22, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Frankie Valley
October 22, 2009
I am so sorry. I have great memories of Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jackie. It is so sad for all that knew and loved them. What a great part of our lives they have been. They will be missed but live on through their children and their families.
Marci & Bob Pugh
October 22, 2009
I have wonderful memories of Uncle Jackie and Aunt Bonnie and will always remember our trip to the cabin years ago. Love, thoughts and prayers are with them and the family. Love Marci, Bob, Rob and Stephen.
October 22, 2009
I love you grandma and grandpop! I will miss you very much!!! Love..Mary
Christine Clark
October 22, 2009
I will miss you both everyday! I wish Jackson would have been able to spend more time with you so he would have the cherished memories I do. We love you!
October 22, 2009
I Love You and will Miss You Very Much.
Your Loving Daughter,Teresa.
Debbie & Kevin Kocher
October 22, 2009
We're so sorry about Aunt Bonnie and Uncle Jack, but not surprised they're together again, as always. We're so glad we were able to visit them this summer at the cabin. Many happy memories came flooding back, all involving family, fun, laughter and love. They were special people, and they've left behind a special family. We love you and pray for you in this difficult time.
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