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FRANCISCO P. VALEDA Jr.

FUNERAL HOME

Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring

500 University Blvd. West

Silver Spring, Maryland

FRANCISCO VALEDA Obituary

FRANCISCO P. VALEDA, JR. "Frank"
On Friday, August 23, 2013, of Brookeville, MD. Beloved fiance of Ellen O'Brien; father of Kasey Jane Alexis (Michael) and Francisco Robert Valeda, III; former husband of Kathryn M. Valeda; brother of Alice, Gil, Maria, Emilita, Ditas, Ray and the late Jimmy and Lynn. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard, West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Thursday, 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter's Church, 2900 Sandy Spring Road, Olney, MD, on Friday, August 30, at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, Washington DC-MD Office, 1025 Connecticut Ave. NW, Suite 1005, Washington, DC 20036.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Aug. 27, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for FRANCISCO VALEDA

34 Entries

Ellen

September 20, 2013

I'm reading all these messages and know you were loved by many, but not as much as I love you. I miss your smile, our talks, your love, your positive attitude, going to the beach together and coming home to you every day. My life will never be the same without you in it. Love and Miss You Baby!!

Anne Van Deventer-Wheeler

September 7, 2013

Amilita and Gil, So many great memories of Frank. He will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. big hugs!

Wendell Dean

September 4, 2013

Frank, You started handling my mother, Virginia Dean insurance many years ago. You always had great things to say about my mother who had passed away 6 years ago. We both have been going through some medical problems but every time we talked you would remind me that we were survivors. I feel that we have established a great friendship through the years. To your family we send our regrets but thank them for sharing you with us. Your friend forever Wendell and Mary Dean.

Donna (don don) Franklin

September 1, 2013

Frankie! Why did you have to leave so soon? I will always remember our times in Ocean City together and our weekends out with you and Ellen, our only friends :(. You know no one will be buying me donuts like you did Frank. I will miss you Frank and I hope you are up there dancing every night!

Joi Jackson

August 30, 2013

Frank was one of my brother Lamarr Jackson's first friends when we moved into Silver Spring many years ago and we attended Sligo Jr. High School, then Northwood High. Lamarr was not an outgoing or popular person before then, but Frank helped him to learn the ropes rather quickly. They were close then and remained close throughout the years. A kinship evolved and they became brothers from then on and Frank became part of our family. It is very sad to know that Frank is not with us anymore, but he will not be forgotten.

Kim Kersting

August 30, 2013

Frankie, you were always a joy to work with, you will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with your family.

Jamie Brock

August 29, 2013

Our sincere sympathy to the family on your loss. RIP Frank you will be missed.
Peter and Jamie Brock

Stacy Satterlee

August 29, 2013

Frankie - Words can't describe what a tremendous loss this is to the V.W. Brown family and to me personally. I will miss you buzzing me and sharing your stories. You were always so positive and upbeat and your laughter was contagious. You are missed by many. I am so thankful that I was fortunate to know you my friend. RIP Frankie!

Rosemary Brock

August 29, 2013

Growing up across the street from the Valeda's has given me lifelong friends and fond memories, too many to count. Frank, was always so good to me. Like a great older brother, driving us kids to Ocean City for the day; Making sure my brother and I were part of sending the family and our dear friends Ray & Ditas off to the Philippines @ Dullus; including me in all those fabulous Motown dance parties (when I was probably too young to be there), solidifying my love of the music. Always with a hug and that beautiful smile. I just know he's got the record player cranked up right now and is dancing! In the words of those great philosophers, The Temptations, Frank - "I know you want to leave me, but I refuse to let you go”! My thoughts & prayers are with my Valeda family and Frank's children & loved ones. Thanks, Frank!

Karen Clark-Decker

August 29, 2013

When I think back to my favorite era of my life, I can't have a memory that doesn't include Frank Valeda! Or Frank and Gil, or Frank and Kay :-) My memories of Frank include so many things! Fun, endless joking around, halloween parties, lazy get togethers on sundays after late nights on saturdays, disco dancing, laughter, smiles - so many smiles! Most of all I remember his enveloping warmth - his endless friendship to everyone. If you had a problem, Frank was there with an ear to listen and offer advice. I NEVER knew of anyone that met Frank that didn't consider him a friend. I so loved that era of my life and I cherish that time spent with Frank as my friend! I was so happy to be able to spend a little time with him last October at SGP. My thoughts and prayers go out to Frank's children whom he adored, Ellen, Gil, Kay - all of Frank's family and all that were close to him! R.I.P. Frank!!

Lynn Weiland

August 29, 2013

To Frank's family and friends...although I knew Frank in his role as my insurance agent, it was clear he was a caring and courageous person. When my soon-to-graduate- college son was thinking about a career in insurance, Frank graciously met with him for lunch to share his insights. I could always count on Frank to look after my best interests and I'm sure that extended to the ones he held most dear. No words can ease the sorrow but may loving memories surround you all.

Cristi Franklin

August 29, 2013

There are no words to express the sadness I feel right now. Your smile and your laughter will forever be missed. I am honored to have called you my friend and I will never forget all the kind things you said to me and about me over the years. Everytime I sing Bobby McGee it will be for you, my friend. I love you
Rest in Peace, Frankie. Til we meet again

Marilyn Tufano-Hansen

August 29, 2013

Frank you were always so nice to me and always smiling. Here's to all the great times we have had!! You will be missed deeply. Rest now my friend. You are surely in God's hands. Marilyn

Pam Carpenter

August 29, 2013

Lighting a candle for you, Frank. You always had a smile and a kind word. My prayers go out to your family. You will be missed. Glad we got to chat at the Knights of Columbus reunions. Rest in peace.

August 28, 2013

To the Family,
I worked with Frank and I was really sadden to hear of his passing. He has
reached the ultimate healing. I am praying for your family.
Sincerely,
Sheila M. Burns.

Reina Puente

August 28, 2013

Frankie...rest in peace my dear friend. It was more than a pleasure knowing and working with you for so many years. Thanks for all the laughs! I'll miss you more than you know...and never forget..GO 'SKINS!

Elise

August 28, 2013

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal

?Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about Frank's death. I am here to support you in any way I can - With love Elise

Danny Fenlon

August 28, 2013

REST EASY MY OLD FRIEND. NO GOODBUYS , SEE YOU LATER! :)

Julie Williams

August 28, 2013

Sending my thoughts and prayers to the Valeda family. May your loving memories of Frank provide you some peace during this difficult time.

Kristy & Dave McGill

August 28, 2013

You will be sadly missed. I wish I could be with you all to celebrate a wonderfully entertaining and amazing man's journey. I am with Frank, His Family and VW Brown Insurance in thoughts and prayers. Love you Franki!

Vanessa Zynn

August 27, 2013

The world was a better place with you in it Frankie. I will miss your friendly voice every day on the other end of the phone. God bless you and your family.

Brian Gamble

August 27, 2013

RIP my friend and teammate, I will always remember your big smile and positive attitude

Steve Willmann

August 27, 2013

I was a Northwood High School classmate, and can only remember Frank's friendship and smiling face. What a great guy!
-Steve Willmann

Ron Arnone

August 27, 2013

You always bmade me laugh, RIP Frank.

Kathy Watts

August 27, 2013

Frank we go way back and I will pray for you the rest of my life !!! Thank you for all the fun times we had together !! Thank you for standing in my wedding and being a friend when I needed you !!i know you are safe and out of pain now in Gods hands !!! Kathy

Debra Leek-Hayre

August 27, 2013

I have known Frank and Gil since 7th grade;it seems like yesterday we were all on Kinross street, laughing and having fun. Frank was always kind to me and always listened. Im am grateful we had the parties we did at the Knights of Columbus to have seen him and Ellen. I love my Northwood friends very much and it is truly a sad day for us to lose one of our own. I know we will all be together again someday but until then you will be greatly missed.

Amy Garrison

August 27, 2013

To say you will be greatly missed is an understatement. This earth will never be the same again as you made it better and brighter for everyone. This football season will be quite different without you. HTTR & rest well my good friend and co-worker. My prayers are with your family.

Jim Wood

August 27, 2013

Frank will be missed by everyone he knew, especially the staff of V. W. Brown
Insurance. He was a wonderful person and a delight to be around. He endured a lot of hardships in his life but always met them head on with an upbeat attitude. Rest in peace my friend.

August 27, 2013

As I think of Frank, I found these words from Thomas Jefferson- “But friendship is precious, not only in the shade, but in the sunshine of life, and thanks to a benevolent arrangement the greater part of life is sunshine.” Even though we talked of his illness, in my conversations and visits we shared, I always saw and heard his smile and laughter. Lord knows Frank loved to talk and I was happy to listen. I will miss him and will think fondly of him for “A true friend reaches for your hand and touches your heart.” ~Attributed to Heather Pryor. Frank certainly touched my heart! as it struggles now with shade and sunshine. Nancy Watkins

Bill Berney

August 27, 2013

May your faith and trust in God's love see you all through this difficult time

Shelley Still

August 27, 2013

Lighting this candle for my Brother in law Gil. Frank's memory will shine in your heart always. My heart goes out to the children and family. I will always remember Frank with a smile.

Gloria Still

August 27, 2013

Our sincere sympathy to the family on your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We know how much Frank will be missed.Gloria and John Still

Patti Daly

August 27, 2013

Frankie, you were the first person I met at Inner Harbour Insurance. I will never forget your sense of humor, positive, caring attitude. You are the kind of person I aspire to be. Thinking of you always.

Brenda Smith V W Brown

August 27, 2013

My thoughts are with your family during this time. May you rest easy now my friend. You will be missed dearly. Kiss the Labs in heaven for me.

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