Obituaries

Raymond M. “Marty” Valle, 75

January 10, 2025

Raymond M. “Marty” Valle died on January 10, 2025. He refused to say he battled cancer and it won. He said cancer would die with him, and it did.

He was born on Veteran’s Day 75 years ago in Lancaster, PA. He was the son of the late Raymond M. Sr. and Pearl Valle of Mount Joy. Marty was of the Christian faith and loved Jesus. He was at peace as he left this world for the next.

Surviving to miss him very much is his wife of 42 years, Loretta, his children, Missy (Skip), Craig (Karlie), Todd (Wendy), Stacy (Jeremy), and bonus daughter, April (Jose). Also, fourteen grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, two brothers and three sisters and their spouses, four brothers-in-law, four sisters-in-laws, countless nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and one very special great-great niece, all dearly beloved by Marty.

Marty was a proud thirty-year, retired veteran of the U.S. Air Force/ANG, deployed both in wartime and peacetime.

Marty was a multi-talented, skilled, and creative person, who enjoyed woodworking, metalworking, and above all helping people. There are countless people who would attest to that fact. Being humble, he would cringe that I wrote this, but he deserves it.

Special regards to all his friends throughout the years – you know who you are. He had such varied interests so he met people from so many walks of life. His pigeon racing friends, his antique restoration friends, his veterans club friends, just to name a few. Thank you. And for the team of nurses and doctors who cared for him, especially his primary doctor, Dr. Eric Hussar, thank you for your compassion and prayers.

After a brief service held at 11 AM on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, with military honors and a Christian Remembrance of his life, Marty will be interred at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. Please don’t send flowers, but donations to Wounded Warrior Project, or Tunnel to Towers would be appreciated.

“See you on the other side” as he would frequently say.

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Condolences to the Family

March 20, 2025

Loretta, so sorry for the loss of your husband Marty. Sincerely, Marianne (Smith) Nicklaus

March 08, 2025

My deepest condolences, Loretta!! Marty was a handsome guy.
I’m a bit at a loss for words right now, know you can call me ANYTIME. ❤️
Mary “TC” Galbally

January 22, 2025

Marty my friend. May your soul fly high in the heavens. Always fun when we talked. RIP my friend….. .
Donald Proper

January 17, 2025

Translation of beautiful message from our dear friend, Yolanda.
“My condolences to the entire family, especially Loretta. Marty welcomed me with open arms and I always felt welcomed in his home. He was a great gentleman with many skills, who spoke slowly and calmly. He loved rice and beans with steak and yellows, which I would prepare for him whenever I could. I know that they were both very happy in their marriage, which was filled with respect and dialogue. May God have him in His glory. And may God give my dear friend strength to face such a sad loss. Yolanda, Ali and Jose”
Yolanda was like a sister to me and Marty. She spoiled him when she visited with her amazing cooking. We love her and thank her.
Loretta Valle

January 15, 2025

Mis condolencias a toda la familia especialmente a Loretta. Marty me recibió con los brazos abiertos y siempre me sentí bienvenida a su casa. Un gran caballero con muchas habilidades, de hablar pausado y sereno. Le gustaba mucho rice and beans with steak and yellows que cuando pude le preparaba. Se que ambos fueron muy felices en su matrimonio donde permeaba el respeto y el dialogo. Que Dios lo tenga en la gloria. Y que Dios le de fuerzas a mi querida amiga para afrontar tan triste perdida. Yolanda,Ali y Jose

January 15, 2025

I love you Grandpa and your forever in my heart. I’ll never forget all the moments I had with you growing up till the end. Thank you for always letting me sleep in your recliner when I was little. Thank you for always being so warm, funny, and loving. I admire how hard you worked in life and your dedication to family and serving. Thank you for giving me life without you I would not exist. Rest peacefully Grandpa I’ll see you in heaven.
Love your granddaughter
Crystal

January 15, 2025

Thank you Dad for being the best father a daughter could ever have. I will always cherish the memories we had. I always loved your sense of humor! The love and support you gave me will Carry me through the rest of this life till we meet again on the other side. God bless you Loretta for loving my Dad so much and making him so happy and taking care of him. I am truly blessed to have had both of you in my life!🙏❤️💜

January 15, 2025

Marty helped me when my father died. He took charge of collecting his service medals so he could be buried in his uniform. It meant so much to me. A quiet gesture, a profound impact. Thank you and God bless you Marty.
Kathy Leaman

January 15, 2025

Marty was truly a special person. One of our favorite human beings. He will be greatly missed.
Bob and Wendy Shank

January 15, 2025

RIP Marty. Thank you.

January 15, 2025

RIP Marty, I really enjoyed working with you and your friendship. Marty had a good sense of humor.
Gary

January 15, 2025

Prayers 4 comfort, healing &
a lifetime of precious memories
Tina Nelson

January 15, 2025

Thank you Marty for being my dear friend from post #466 you will be missed by many. You were the nicest guy i ever met
Chris Wallander

January 14, 2025

Thinking of you in this time of sorrow. I’ll always remember you when I pass or visit your home and see the ” Wanda” light. Thanks Marty RIP my friend. Wanda and Eddie Steckley

January 14, 2025

Peace is now yours.
Rest in God’s glory.
Love your sister in law Michelle

January 14, 2025

RIP Marty. Thank you for treating me as your own. I will forever be grateful for you. Until we meet again.
Love, Alway & forever April Anzules

January 14, 2025

Thinking of your family during this time. Marty lives on in the pieces of furniture he made for me and countless others in his Bootleg family! Such a fine craftsman and friend. He will be missed. 💜
Ann Kulisiewicz

January 14, 2025

Peace to you Uncle Marty. Thank you for being my Uncle. Thank you for being a great man. You will ALWAYS be in my heart.
Heather Guy

Services: Tuesday, January 21, 2025; 11:00 AM; Indiantown Gap National Cemetery; 60 Indiantown Gap Rd.; Annville, PA 17003
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