Shirley Valenze Obituary
We bid farewell to Shirley Valenze of Blakeslee, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 23, 2026 at the age of 83. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Alfred Valenze; her parents, Peter Hawk and Kathryn Hawk (Aulenbach); and her siblings, Betty Gross, Ruth Wildrick, Robert Hawk and Billy Hawk.
She is survived by: her son Matthew Valenze; her granddaughters, Amanda and Jennie; her great grandchildren, Chelsea and Liam; and her nieces, Kathy and Linda.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blakeslee United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 142 Blakeslee, PA 18610.
