Elwin George Valentine

A beautiful life that came to an end,

he died as he lived, everyone’s friend.

In our hearts, a memory will always be kept,

of one we loved, and will never forget.

Elwin George Valentine born April 19, 1920 in Sultan, Washington, passed away March 5, 2014 at the age of 93.

He went by names of Dad, Pompa, Papa, Val and E.G.

He was in the United States Navy for twenty-one years and then worked for the Boeing Company until he retired.

He was loved by his family and extended family.

No public memorial service will be held but remembrances can be made to Seattle Children's Hospital's heart, kidney or liver departments in Elwin's name.

ANCHORS AWEIGH!!

When I’m Gone

When I come to the end of my journey

And I travel my last weary mile,

Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned

And remember only the smile.

Forget unkind words I have spoken;

Remember some good I have done,

Forget that I ever had heartache

And remember I've had loads of fun.

Forget that I've stumbled and blundered

And sometimes fell by the way.

Remember I have fought some hard battles

And won, ere the close of the day,

Then forget to grieve for my going,

I would not have you sad for a day,

But in summer just gather some flowers

And remember the place where I lay,

And come in the shade of evening

When the sun paints the sky in the west

Stand for a few moments beside me

And remember only my best.

Arrangements under the direction of Acacia Memorial Park & Funeral Home, Seattle, Washington.