Louis Valente
Louis was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 12, 1928 and he moved with his family to Canada at the age of 3. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of my loving husband, dad, papa and uncle. With his children who never left his side it broke our hearts to lose you on December 29th. Louis you did not go alone because part of me went with you honey. Louis will be greeted with a big bowl of pasta and a glass of wine by his parents, Patsy and Angie; brother Remo; sister Gloria and other family members and friends who have gone before him. He is survived by his wife Dorothy of 59 years; children Louis (Sheryl), Lisa (Greg); grandchildren David, Jennifer, (Trevor), Victoria and Steven; great grandchildren Aiden, Lauren and Benjamin; brother-in-law Ted Smith and sister-in-law Catherine Valente. Louis’s contagious humour and one-liners will be missed by his nieces, nephews and many friends including “The Gang” – Ramon, Bebe, Duke, Anita, Pat, Cookie, Ernie, Millie and Danny. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at St. Helen’s Catholic Church, 3860 Triumph Street, Burnaby. In lieu of flowers, please take a friend for lunch and toast to Louis. Donations can be made to a charity of your choice. “Many people walk through your life, but few leave footprints on your heart like Louis did.” Condolences may be offered to the family at www.bellburnaby.com.
“Aloha”
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Dot, Lisa, Louis and family, please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We were so fortunate to know “the great man that everyone loved” and honored that Louis MC’d our wedding the night Steven was born, almost 17 years ago.
Louis will be missed but never forgotten. God Bless you,
Lisa, Dale, Molly and Nicole Priebe
We are so sorry to hear of Louis’ passing. His hardy laugh and generous spirit will always be with us.
Dorothy we want you to know we are thinking of you at this sad time.
You and Louis were an integral part of our lives for many years with the hotel association , we will miss him ,
Rod and Ruth Verstrate.
dorthy and family
so sorry to hear of louiss passing ,my heartfelt condolences to all of you.
peggy carr
dorthy and family
so sorry to hear of louis passing ,my heartfelt condolences to all of you.
peggy carr
Dorothy, Lisa,Greg, Victoria and Steven,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. I know the loss of your husband/ father / father-in-law/ grandfather is very difficult and he will be dearly missed by all of you.
Patricia,Ken, Emily,Sarah and Jonathan
Mrs Valente, you may remember me from Bank of BC/HSBC in the 1980′s and 1990′s at Hastings & Penticton. I was very sorry to hear about Louis, we had many great conversations together and some very enjoyable lunches. He was a lovely man and while sad that he has gone I am pleased that I had the opportunity to know him. He was a gentleman. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Peter.
WE remember Louis as the man with the BIG voice, the BIG laugh, the BIG heart. He loved life and all of the things that he experienced, his family, his friends and his community. He will be sadly misssed by all that knew him but his memory will linger on for many years. There will sad days for you but they will be balanced with happy memories of the wonderful experiences you shared with your husband, father , grandfather and great grandfather.
With deepest sympathy for your loss.
Johnny and Louise
I will always remember meeting Louis Jr.’s parents 50 years ago at Hastings School Parent Teacher night. It was my first year teaching at age 21. Louis’ Dad, with a twinkle in his eye, told me that they just had to come to meet me as Louis Jr. had told them his teacher was only 15 years old. Immediately I could see why Louis Jr. was such a loveable student. When I saw his Dad`s obituary I just had to pass on this memory. I have told this anecdote often and your quotation `Many people walk through your life but few leave footprints on your heart like Louis did“ was most fitting.
Please accept my sympathy for your loss.
Dorothy,
We were very sorry to hear about Louis.
His zest for life & kind ways were an inspiration.
Our heart goes out to you.
Sincerely
Bruce & Juanita Russell
Dear Dorothy and family
We will miss Lou at church with his smile and kind words
Love
Herm and Theresa Schweers
You have lost a wonderful man, our Thoughts and Sympathy go out to you and your family Dorothy. Dave and Rosemary Pollon
Dorothy & Family
58 Years ago I met a wonderful Man & Wife team when our sons, Young Louis & Stephen were born, You were my Angel when I went through hard times, kind, loving & helpful. Living far away from you to come home to my family was hard.
Louis sense of humour was incredible. He will never be forgotten & loved, Allan & I will miss you, till we meet again,
Joan McKean
One of the Good Guys!
I would just like to pass along my condolences to Dorothy and the family of Louis. He was a very special patient and i have been thinking of you all over the holidays especially. I wanted to just let you know that I as well as the rest of the ward are thinking of you and that i especially really miss Louie. Please pass this along to your daughter and the rest of the family. Take care!!!!
Dorothy…..my sincerest condolensces are extended to you and your family….Louis was an icon in the hospitality industry and an inspirtation to everyone who worked in it…..respectfully
Ronnie Paterson
Dorothy & family
We are very saddened to hear of Louis passing. We will always remember the good times we have shared.
Love, Don & Sandy Kaytor
Dorothy… I am so sorry to hear of your beloved Louis’ passing. I have such fond memories of the many afternoons you both entertained my father and myself. His generosity, kindness and loving spirit will be missed by all. Our most heartfelt condolances to you and your family. Take care… we will lift you up in prayer….
Dear Dorthy; My deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Louis Had the pleasure during vha days of working with him his poitive attitude, great sense of humour and laugh will always be remembered.My thoughts and prayers are with you on thi sad occassion.
Vic Burt
Mrs. Valente and family, I can’t tell you how sad I feel to hear the news about Mr. Valente’s passing. Louis was always such a joy to hear from and I enjoyed his stories at lunch so much! We will pray for you and your family to find joy in your hearts and remember his smile whenever you miss him. I know that all at Odlum will do the same. Big hugs! Shelly
We only found out about Louie’s passing this morning as we are in Palm Springs. We are very saddened by this new and will always remember Louie in our hearts as being the kindest and most thoughtful person. Our prayers are with the family at this sad time.
Dot & Family
Our condolences to you on the passing of Louis. Louis was ‘MR. PERSONALITY’. When Louis entered a room it was like turning the light switch from off to on, he lit it up. Louis will be missed.
Our love and warmest wishes forever,
Gary & Elinor Rosse
Dorothy (Nana Pasta), Lisa (Greg, Stevo, Victoria), Louis….
Words cannot express the loss we all share.
Louis was a “one of a kind” man ~ so generous, thoughtful and full of life. We have always considered you guys “family” and are so deeply saddended by his passing. We are extremely fortunate to have so many wonderful memories together! Our thoughts and heaps of love are with all of you…PAPA VINO will be greatly missed. Its comforting to know that he is with Dad (Stan)….
Aloha ~
Marty, Etanda, Tanner and Tyce Morelli
Dorothy ( Dot ) and family,
With heart felt sympathy, we will hold fond memories always of Louis. As a true gentleman and lovely, lovely man. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Joe & Yvonne Ricci
Dorothy both Mitch and I were very saddened to hear about the passing of Louis. We very much enjoyed the time we spent with the both of you, Beda and the Morelli’s in Hawaii. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love Maria and Mitch Zary from Nanaimo
Lisa, I am saddened to hear about the loss of your father. Although I am unable to attend the mass, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carlo Sferra
Dorothy, Lisa,Greg, Victoria and Steven,
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Mr. Valente’s passing. We send you thoughts of comfort and courage and may his memory always bring love and happiness to your family.
With our warmest condolences,
the Miceli family.
We were so sorry to hear of Louis passing, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. It was an honour to have known Louis. Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
Lisa and Family, we are sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hello, Dot and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Louis’s passing – what a shock. I will always remember both Dot and Louis popping in to Shoppers Drug Mart with smiles and jokes for our staff. He always told me he was my biggest “fan” before and after masses at St. Helen’s – I sing every Sunday with the 11:30 am choir and I remember his kind complements fondly. I wish you and your family comfort and peace in this time of great sorrow and I will continue to pray for him and your family. He may be gone, but he is never forgotten. We love you, Louis!!
Ria Renouf
Auntie Dot, (that’s who you’ll always be to me), I was so saddened to hear of Louis’ passing and just wanted to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers…He was such a lovely, kind, man with a big heart ,great sense of humour and gave us many laughs at the family dinners I attended at your home and at Gloria’s…He will be welcomed by Gloria, Remo, Nonna and Nonno and they will be enjoying their own family dinner with all that lovely pasta and homemade wine! Take care of your heart.
With much love,
Veronica
Thinking of you Dot.
He was such a kind and loved man.
I hope to see you soon at Ted’s house.
I know how much he wanted to be there.
Me too,
You are loved,
Deborah Skerry
Dot,Louis,Lisa and families,
I just heard about Aloha Lou passing away. I just wanted to send you all my sincere sympathy. He always had a smile on his face and was very warm and welcoming when I was in your home. May all the good memories of your husband,dad,papa bring you comfort during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Nancy pere
Dot,Louis,Lisa and families,
I just heard about Aloha Lou passing away. I just wanted to send you all my sincere sympathy. He always had a smile on his face and was very warm and welcoming when I was in your home. May all the good memories of your husband,dad,papa bring you comfort during this sad time.
Sincerely,
Nancy Perenseff
San Francisco, California