She was preceded in death by her father, Archie Lash. She is survived by her husband Ed “Dago”; her children Amy Vandebunte and fiancé Robert Quiroga, James Pellerito, Paul Pellerito, Megan (Robert) Parks; grandchildren Brittany, Tyler, Emily, Kylee, Lindsey, Aubree, Ethan, Melanie and Carley; great-grandson, Jacob; her mother, Lou Lash; her brothers Gary, Mike and Marty Lash; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
She will be remembered as being a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Val enjoyed family get-togethers, especially around the holidays.
A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at Winchester Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends Monday, October 26, 2020 at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.
The family welcomes memories and messages on their online guest book at www.cookcaresbyron.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Diabetes Association.