Tommy was born in Dallas, Texas on July 10, 1940. He was married to Olivia for 30 years.
Tommy is preceded in death by his parents, Martin Valencia and Dominga Arce Valencia.
He is survived by his children, Tommy Valencia Jr. and wife Laura, Monica Valencia-Twyman and husband Masey, Michele Valencia Hurst and husband David; grandchildren, David Gibson, Alex Gibson, Aaron Gibson, Derece Twyman, Darrien Twyman, Macy Harper, Joshua Valencia and Sophia Valencia; great grandchildren, Jett Gibson, Valerie Gibson, Jade Gibson, DJ Harper, Melody Twyman and Rhythm Twyman.
He is truly loved by all his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His life was full of ups and downs, but the journey was a peaceful ending Life was good.