Dee J Valentine Obituary (1911 - 2012)

Dee J. Valentine 1911-2012 Dee J. Valentine passed away in his home on Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012, after a long and productive life. Born February 25, 1911, in Brigham City, Utah, D.J. was the son of Abraham Lawrence and Erma Jeppsen Valentine. His adoptive parents were Hyrum and Rose Ellen Valentine. D.J. was preceded in death by two wives, Alice Higham and Roma Carter; his son, Dennis Valentine; and a stepdaughter, Jill Carter. He is survived by his daughter, Michele Miller; four stepchildren, Court Carter, Rondi Carter, Forrest Carter, and Robin Bailey; their spouses; and many grand and great grandchildren. A retired teacher and decorated army veteran, D.J. traveled extensively during his life. He even traveled to Germany and Switzerland with his second wife on a couple's mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. His faith was very important to him and he continued his temple work regularly up until two weeks before his death. His greatest wish was for all of his family to be active members in the church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the Los Alisos Chapel in Mission Viejo, California. Graveside services will be on Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the Brigham City Cemetery with Military Honors Accorded, a viewing will be held from 1:00 to 1:40 p.m. at Myers Mortuary, 205 S. 100 E., Brigham City, Utah. VisitationMyers Mortuary - Brigham City 205 South 100 East Brigham City, UT 84302 April 11, 2012 1:00 PM - 1:40 PM CemeteryBrigham City Cemetery 325 South 3r00 East Brigham City, UT 84302 April 11, 2012 2:00 PM ServiceGraveside , April 11, 2012 2:00 PM