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Valerie Greck Obituary
Valerie Lynn Greck, a lifelong Ventura resident and a homemaker who enjoyed making crafts for friends, family, weddings and celebrations, died July 8, 2008, after a long struggle with cancer. She was 50.
She was born in Ventura on Sept. 2, 1957. She died at home in the arms of her husband of 23 years, Gerald Greck.
Her family recalls that one of her last activities, early in her illness, was working with a friend, Rita Bell Hill, to collect clothing for victims of Hurricane Katrina and to arrange for shipping the donations to New Orleans.
In addition to crafts and party decorations, she enjoyed playing the organ. She was beloved among her friends and family for her brash sense of humor.
Valerie graduated at Ventura High School in 1975. She attended business school, and was an office worker at two local businesses before she chose to stay home after the birth of her second son. She worked for a few years as a teacher's aide at Serra School and later worked for several years tending bar part-time at the Keynote Lounge in East Ventura.
She was a member of Eastern Star, Channel Islands Chapter No. 78, and a former member of Bethel No. 89, Job's Daughters, in Ventura.
She is survived by her husband; sons, Roy Miller and Joshua (Debra) Greck of Ventura; mother, Lois Marie Marrs of Ventura; brothers, John (Marie) of Port Angeles, Wash., and Richard (Pam) of Quartz Hill; grandchildren, Kortni and Joshua Miller of Ventura; and six nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Roy M. Marrs, in 1974 and recently by her beloved aunt, Doris Turner, of Omaha, Neb., a frequent visitor to Ventura.
Her family wishes to thank Dr. Slater and his team at the County Medical Center in Ventura for their excellent care.
Memorial donations may be made to the J. Clifford Lee Memorial Cancer Fund of the Order of Eastern Star, care of the secretary, Channel Islands Chapter No. 78, 482 E. Santa Clara St., Ventura CA 93003.
According to her wishes, there will be no services.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ted Mayr Funeral Home & Crematory, 3150 Loma Vista Road, Ventura.
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Memories and Condolences
for Valerie Greck
Candyce Estave
August 8, 2008
Gerry and Josh and Lois,
I wish you all peace at this time,I know Valerie is still here in spirit. She will be missed by our family and friends. Her absence is sure to leave a major void for those who love her. Again, our deepest sympathy to your family. Candyce and family
Alan Taylor
July 20, 2008
My condolence to the Marrs & Greck families on the loss of such a wonderful person is deeply felt.
I first met Valerie when we were 16 at the skating rink. She became my first steady girlfriend. We were part of the “Rink Rats” skaters at the Roller Gardens in Oxnard. We would cruise Main St. and the beaches back then, in my yellow and black Dodge Charger. I am proud of the fact I was able to call her my steady girlfriend for a year.
I was so shy and Val was always so fun and out going, she always made me laugh a lot. Of course we went our own ways and lost touch. I thought about her now and then; once and a while I would hear about her and wonder if she ever remembered a skinny kid driving way too fast in my yellow and black Charger!
It wasn’t until I learned of Val’s passing did I realize that the, impact on my life was so apparent. Still carrying a torch for her after all these years, and the tears keep flowing. Gerald you are the luckiest man in the world to have a life with Val. And I only knew her for a year. Sweet Val you are missed!
Alan Taylor Reno, NV
The song “House of the rising sun” will always have a special place in my heart. Good-bye Valerie.
Margaret Ditmore
July 17, 2008
Dear Gerry, Josh, Ray, Lois & Family,
Our deepest sympathy.
If photos were in dictionary's, Val's would be forever under "friend" She was the real deal. She was one of the most thoughtful & caring people I've ever known ~ she gave, volunteered, & lent a helping hand without blinking an eye. Her Christmas gifts were thought out carefully ~ she knew us all too well!
we will always miss you my friend. 'Til we meet again.
Love,
Margaret & Bob
Ryan De Hoyos
July 16, 2008
Val,
You are a very sweet women, and you will truly be missed. We always enjoyed you at my Gramps BBQ'S and X-mas time.
RAY & STACY STILL
July 15, 2008
I AM SO GLAD TO HAVE HAD THE HONOR OF HAVING VAL AND GERRY ATTEND MY B`DAY GATHERING AT MY SISTER`S (RITA BELL HILL) HOUSE IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR. I WAS IMPRESSED BY GERRY`S DEDICATION AND OBVIOUS LOVE FOR VAL AND WAS DEEPLY TOUCHED BY HER GIFT TO ME OF TWO `SPECIAL AWARD PINS` SHE RECIEVED AS A CHILD FOR HER ACHIEVEMENTS IN MUSIC. SHE APPRECIATED MY ABILITIES AS A MUSICIAN AND GAVE ME THE PERFECT GIFT, MADE EVEN MORE SPECIAL BECAUSE OF THE SIGNIFICANCE IT HAD IN HER LIFE! I LOVED HER `ATTITUDE` AND OUTLOOK ON LIFE. SHE WILL BE MISSED, ESPECIALLY BY MY SISTER, RITA BELL HILL, WHO CONSIDERED VAL AS ONE OF HER CLOSEST BUDS! MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT GERRY AND THE REST OF VAL`S LOVED ONES.
RAY AND STACY STILL
MEMPHIS, TN
Maggie Rogers
July 15, 2008
Val, I hope that you're resting peacefully, and will always have us all remember your quick witt, and DRY sense of humor!! I miss you, and think of you daily.. I love you, and always will.. Maggie xo
RITA BELL and DON HILL
July 15, 2008
Gerry and Josh
Val was a very SPECIAL friend. When I needed help with ANYTHING from planning a party to fund raisers she was right there. Val was a true friend to many people in Ventura and knew the majority of the rest of the population. She always had a gift for each of her friends at Christmas. And always found a "goofy" one for Don. I will miss sharing our birthday parties in September each year. Especially, I will miss the great advice, opinions and ideas you shared with me. Thank you Gerry and Josh for always being there for Val. Don and I will be here for you both ANYTIME.
Delaney Kerwin
July 14, 2008
Jones & Josh
You guy's will always be apart of our family. Val as well. She is like my aunt and ill never forget her.
i love each and everyone of you and you guy's are held in a very special place in my heart!
love Miss Bane
Anita and Family
July 14, 2008
Gerry & josh & Lois & Family,
Val, Gerry, and Josh you ahve been apart of our family for many years. Val always went out of her way to be helpful to us. A very smart lady she is in many ways. She always took care of Business before play and put everyone before herself. We will always love you and miss you Val!
Gerry & Josh
we love you guys!
Love Anita, Ken & Family.
jeanene bahamonde
July 14, 2008
To Gerry and Josh
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time. She drove fast and took chances! waaaaay to go gal, I will miss your bravado, and all the arts and crafts you did for me and my family. Sweet dreams Val!!!
all my heart Jeanene and Carl
Marianne Marrs-Hernandez
July 14, 2008
Dear Gerry, & Josh, Grandma Lois and the rest of the family
I take solace in knowing that Aunt Val is no longer in pain. I remember many of the happy times spent with her such as at Josh and Debra's wedding last year. She was generous of heart and she loved her family. She preferred to stay close to home and that is where she chose to be until the end, alongside Gerry. I will always remember her fiery spirit and her kind heart.
Larry & Alice
July 14, 2008
Jerry & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sharon Perry
July 13, 2008
Val there are no words that can decribe how much you mean to me. You were my best friend, my sister. I am lost without you but I do know you are in a better place, hopefully with the rest of my family and yours. I only hope to see you again. Iwill never forget you, you are in my thoughts everyday. I love you.
Thinking of you,
Sharon
ashley alamillo
July 13, 2008
My Val, you will never be forgotten, but we will miss you terribly. I will always remember "outdrinking" you at my bridal shower, sorry but I did. We love you Val.
Love you Always,
Ashley (Smash), Hector & Ava
mike hooson
July 13, 2008
to the family my thoughts and prayers are with you .val you always been a great friend i will miss you
darcel massingill
July 13, 2008
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES AND THE WONDERFUL BABY SHOWER YOU GAVE FOR ME AND MY DAUGHTER LEAH LOVE DARCEL
Jan Gomez
July 13, 2008
Hi Jerry & Family
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember Valarie always ready to have friends at her house spend time with her friends and have a good time.
Glad that you were with her as I know you meant so much to her. I never think of Mr. Lucky's without thinking of Valerie.
Jan Gomez
jeff gomez
July 13, 2008
jeff and dercel gomez we will miss you
Barbara Weaver
July 13, 2008
Lois, John, Richard, and families; Valerie will truly be missed by many. Our condolences to all of you. Barbara and Sandi Weaver.
Terri Garvin
July 13, 2008
Josh, Gerry and Lois, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that we are available for you with any support you may find you are in need of. Lois we miss you here in Ventura and hope you're doing as well as you can. I'm sure this is going to be very difficult and we will be here for you when you get home. Love, Terri Garvin and family.
Jim wright
July 13, 2008
Happy trails Val you will be in our thoughts forever.
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