Manuel D. Valle

"Our loving father Manuel D. Valle joyfully made his journey home to our Lord July 15, 2017 at his daughter's home in Central, La surrounded by those who loved him. He was born October 28, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan where he was raised with his nine brothers and sisters. His parents and stepfather were all immigrants, his mom from Scotland and his dad from Spain and his stepfather from Greece, who traveled to the US pursuing the American Dream of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. When of age he chose to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII and Korea. In between these wars he fell in love with his soul mate Lillie M. Atwell and married. After Korean War he received training in X-ray technology and then re-enlisted in U.S. Air Force. He then retired from military service after a 20 year career. He then took his talents to further 24 year career as head of the Radiology department at the Veterans Administration Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida helping those that he could with his mind as well as his heart. Upon his retirement from the Veteran's Administration, he worked with the Challenge Organization for the Handicapped and also Meals on Wheels in Clay County, Florida continuing to help and give his heart to those who needed assistance. He was dedicated to his God and his faith and showed his devotion to Jesus by living a good, honest life, giving to those less fortunate and spreading the Word of God. He was a Eucharistic Minister, member of the choir and active member of the Knights of Columbus a founding member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in the Green Cove Springs, Fl. He was devoted to his lovely wife, Lillie M. Valle and his children, and was dedicated to serving his community. His character, morals and sense of humor live on in his family. He will be remembered by all who knew and loved him for his musical talents, his artistic abilities, and incredible zest for life. He awaits his wife, family and friends to one day be reunited. He is survived by his beautiful wife Lillie M. Attwell Valle of 68 years; children: Manuel Jr. and wife Joan, Linda Ray and her husband Patrick, son Michael and wife Vicky, twin daughters Karen Vallle and Kathy Ramirez, and son Mark. He is also survived by his brother Jimmy; his grandchildren: Nikki Clark and husband Terry, Rachel Vogt, Leslie and Melissa Valle, Ashley Collins, Madison Ernest, Kyle Frank, Derek Valle and Lindsey Herndon. His great-grandchildren are Tyler Clark, Austin, Kaydence, and Adalyn Collins. Special thanks to Modern Hospice and Tender Care sitters: Linda, Shewanda, Charlotte, Nneka, Charlie, Terrian and Kendrick for their compassionate care. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Rabenhorst Funeral Home East in charge of arrangements.