VALENTINE, James 85, a New York City native and resident of Sun City West for the past 21 years, passed away August 9, 2018 after a series of illnesses. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a typography salesman for many years. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Sophie Valentine, brothers in-law and sister in-law Louis and Betty Dildine and Alan Dildine. He is survived by his wife of almost 59 years, Annette, sisters Irene Guido and Loretta (Nick) Elefante, sister-in-law Jeanne (Ed) Stafford, 12 nieces and nephews, 13 grandnieces and nephews and 2 great grandnieces. James’ many friends have described him as humble, humorous, intelligent, a great guy, a jokester, always smiling and cool. He was a snappy dresser, skier, tennis player, excellent sous chef, loved traveling and good restaurants. He and Annette shared a wonderful life! There will be no services. For those wishing to make a donation in James’ memory please consider Sun City Rotary Foundation, P.O. Box 1683, Sun City, AZ 85372. To sign the guestbook and to share memories and condolences and well-wishes to the family, please visit www.surprisefuneralcare.com
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