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James Valdez Obituary

James E. "Jim" Valdez, age 69, a resident of Colorado Springs since 1962, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, 2009 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was retired from the United States Civil Service at the United States Air Force Academy and in his retirement years, worked for Enterprise Rent a Car. Jim was born on May 16, 1940 in San Luis, Colorado to the late Felipe and Estella (Sanchez) Valdez. He married Ruth Vialpando on July 29, 1962 in San Luis. He enjoyed football, baseball, fishing and working, but he especially enjoyed his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruth; two daughters: Lori (Kenneth) Scroggins and Karen Valdez, all of Colorado Springs. He is also survived by four brothers: Paul Valdez of Alamosa, Del (wife, Marie) Valdez of Grand Prairie, Texas; Larry (wife, Martha) Valdez of Parker, Colorado; Anthony (wife, Linda) Valdez of Albuquerque, New Mexico and his sister, Clorinda (husband, Eppie) Ortega of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Jennifer and and Connor Scroggins; and numerous nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held from 6 - 7 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2009 at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel. A Rosary service will follow the visitation at 7 p.m. in the Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church - Southgate, 1830 South Corona Avenue, Colorado Springs. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Colorado Springs. Blessed be his memory.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 18, 2009.

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Katherine Manning

July 1, 2009

So sorry for your loss - I had the pleasure of getting to know Jim thru Enterprise for several years. He showed up every day with a great attitude and was just a joy to be around. He will be missed.

Frank & Claudette Mayer

June 29, 2009

Karen & family - We are sorry to learn of your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.

Linda Troyer

June 26, 2009

Ruth, Lori and Karen we are so sorry to hear of your loss. James was a great guy and a good neighbor. Our love, prayers and thoughts are with you
Don and Linda Troyer

Jeff Besse

June 26, 2009

I grew up next door to Jim. I will always remember his sense of humor and his helping hand in the neighborhood. Thoughts and prayers to the Valdez family.

Tasha Davis

June 25, 2009

Jim blessed me everytime he walked into Penrose House. Such a wonderful spirit that would brighten the day w/humor and sincerity. I am thankful God allowed our paths to cross.

LeRoy and Lela Gonzales

June 19, 2009

From the day my sister Ruth married James, all those forty seven years ago, he became more then a brother_in _law. He was a true brother, and a great friend.
We will miss you James, your memory will remain in our hearts always.

Audrey Pacheco

June 19, 2009

My Uncle James was a kind and loving man who will be greatly missed. He is in my prayers as are my Aunt Ruth, Lori, and Karen. I am sincerely saddened by your loss. If there is anything I can do at all, please let me know. My love to all of you...

Joe Greene

June 18, 2009

I enjoyed the time I spent working with Jim at enterprise. I can't ever remember having a bad day at work that wasn't turned around by Jim's great sense of humor. He will be missed by all.

Dreya Fisk

June 18, 2009

This man was my Uncle, he was a kind an gentle man who always made me smile. He never raised his voice at me but always showed me love and understanding. I was not able to see him before he joined our Lord but I had him in my prayers.

My Family ( Dreya, Kelly, Kyle & Mia Fisk ) send our condolences to My Aunt and her daughters. You all will be in my prayers to help you through this rough time in your lives, if you ever need to talk, just call.

Love to you all and God Bless

Steve Schriener

June 18, 2009

Ali, Ian, and I were neighbors to Jim for the last eight years; there is not a finer compliment than to call someone a good neighbor. And Jim was the best -- sweet, funny, thoughtful, and generous. You build great communities with men like Jim, and his family stands as his greatest legacy.

Our hearts and warmest regards go out to Ruth and the whole family -- Jim will be missed by all of us in the Patty Jewett neighborhood. But he leaves behind an example that we would be wise to live up to.

Amanda Ritter

June 18, 2009

I worked with Jim at Enterprise for the three years I was there. I looked forward to coming to work on those days because we definitely kept each other entertained. He had such spunk, he was more like an older brother that happened to be 40 years older. I will miss our talks greatly. I am so sorry for your loss.

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