Rafael Valentin Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rafael Valentin of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who passed away on April 11, 2026, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Francisco Valentin and Flora Nieves. He is survived by: his daughters, Diana Valentin (Eric), Amaryllis Valentin and Lillian Santiago-Valentin (Luis); his wife Yolanda Halliburton; his stepchildren, La-Wanda Bryant (Myron), Brandi Halliburton and Helen Halliburton; his grandchildren, Kaylie Woodwyk, Lucas Santiago, Leonardo Santiago, Riley and Tristan Halliburton; and his sisters, Carmen Valentin, Flora Valentin and Lily Valentin-Jimenez. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
