He was born on November 19, 1942 in Elizabeth, West Virginia. He was a graduate of Parkersburg High School in West Virginia, after graduation he attended Eastern Kentucky University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in science. Mr. Valentine is a United States Navy Veteran; having served aboard the USS Ticonderoga Air Craft Carrier as a Marine Medic. He was an avid fisherman, golfer, and loved spoiling his grandchildren. Mr. Valentine was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Irene Valentine.
Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Diane Johnson Valentine of Lebanon, KY; two daughters, Kim (Brandon) Riley of Lebanon, KY, Necia (Danny) LeLeux of Cape Coral, FL; two brothers, Mike (Connie) Valentine of Cape Coral, FL, Tim (Becky) Valentine of Cross Lanes, WV; sister, Jill (Steve) Lockhart of Belpre, OH; three grandchildren, Zachary Riley, Lexi Riley, Tyler LeLeux.
Also surviving are several nieces and nephews.
The family has chosen cremation. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.