July 20, 2012, 4:00 am-

Val - did not know you but your spirit enlivens those who will read this obit. Just maybe for a moment, people will embrace your zest for life. Thank you and God bless you and your wife.

- Rob

July 19, 2012, 5:41 pm-

My Prayers and Family prayers are with you all....I didn't know Val,he sounds like a wonderful and amazing man....Thank you for making his obituary public,as of today I will stop smoking....My youngest son is 9 and this is who really matters....GOD BLESS

- Name

July 18, 2012, 8:11 pm-

I'm sorry for your loss, but wow what a cool guy! I am definitely going to follow suit when my time comes. Thank you, Val, for the inspiration!

- Jeff

- Jeff (an actual PhD)

July 17, 2012, 4:15 pm-

This is an incredible obituary. If only we all can be to ourselves. He was complete free when leaving this earth. Way to go Val.

My condolences to your loving and steadfast wife and the rest of your family. May God smile on you forever.

- Dee