John S. Valentine, 84, a life-long resident of New Bedford, passed away Friday, January 22, 2021 in Brandon Woods of Dartmouth. He was the husband of Mary C. (Hierholcer) Valentine and son of the late Stanley and Ruth G. (Mathewson) Valentine
He graduated as a machinist from New Bedford Vocational High School, class of 1955 and later in life, he was self-employed, repairing tools. He enjoyed flea markets, reading non-fiction books and playing Parcheesi with his family.
He is survived by his siblings, Mary Ann Valentine, Janet Ahola, Robert Valentine, Raymond Valentine and Lois Ashley all of New Bedford; his good friend Leo Lyonnais of Acushnet and several cousins and nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, January 28, 2021 from 11:00 to 1:00PM in the ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd., New Bedford, MA 02745. His funeral service will be held at 1:00PM followed by internment in Acushnet Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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