Gladys Valerius Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gladys Valerius in Buffalo, Minnesota, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 25, 2026 at the age of 101. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gladys Valerius to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Anton Mork and Gertie Mork; her husband Bernard Valerius; and her children, LaVonne and Maxim.

She is survived by: her sons, Merlin (Jane) and Steve (Rita); and her grandchildren, Becky (Chris), Michael, Jason, Paul, Chrissy (Mark), Alison (Marty), Amanda, Kaytlin (Andrew), Robert (Amber) and Sarah (Tanner). She is also survived by her 11 great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Dare's Funeral & Cremation Services

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Feb 03

Visitation

Dare's Funeral Service
805 Main St NW, Elk River, MN 55330

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Feb 03

Funeral service

Dare's Funeral Service
805 Main St NW, Elk River, MN 55330

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Feb 03

Graveside service

Fort Snelling National Cemetery
7601 34th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55450

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