
Valentine was a devoted father/grandfather, he was a hard worker and did everything he could to provide for his family. Not only was he a great family man but he was an incredible human being who left his mark on those who knew him. He was a rock for our whole family. He took care of every one of us in one way or another. He shared a special relationship with the Lord, as prayer was important in his life. He truly was an Angel on this earth and will be missed dearly.
He is survived by his two daughters, Betty Jane Lopez (Companion-Eddie Maldonado) of Bayard, NM and Eileen Flores (Companion-Rudy Padilla) of Silver City, NM; his seven grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ignacio and Nicamora (Costales) Lopez; his loving wife, Teresa Inez Lopez; his three sons, Christopher Lopez, Barney Lopez, Rudy Lopez; his two daughters, Mary Ann Lopez, Nancy Antencio (Lawrence); his one sister, Veva Placencio.
The Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 9:30am at Santa Clara Catholic Church with Father Casmir Anozie officiating. He will be laid to rest with his late wife Teresa at Fort Bayard National Cemetery following the services at 11:00am with military honors. Pallbearers are Joseph Lopez, Eric Sierra, Esai Lopez, Envy Lopez, Junior Lopez, Izrael Cuhen, Rudy Padilla, Chapo Chavez. Honorary Pallbearers are Angela Lopez, Erykah Sierra, Tyanna Sierra, Felicia Maldanado, Faith Lopez, Yarixa Holguin.
Arrangements are with Terrazas Funeral Chapels.