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Barry Sentz posted a condolence
Friday, August 4, 2023
Craig, So sorry to hear about Valerie’s passing. We didn’t get a chance to see each other’s families very much but really enjoyed the times when we did get together. Take comfort in knowing her suffering is over. I also know you will always have a big ache in your heart but it does get a little better over time. Take care of yourself and your family. Uncle Barry and Aunt Sharon
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Jasmine Cutler lit a candle
Tuesday, August 1, 2023
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I send my condolences to you all - her husband, kids, and family. May you all find peace in memories and cherish them. She was fun to have as a coworker and brought a smile to everyone's face. She will be missed. I know she loved her family.
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Lisa Greenholt posted a condolence
Saturday, July 29, 2023
Although she was taken from us way too soon, how blessed we feel to have had Valerie in our family! She was such a caring person - truly beautiful in all ways. Our homes were separated by distance but Valerie kept us close in her heart. Her love and thoughtfulness showed in all the cards and letters she so faithfully sent.
Craig and family, we mourn your loss but are consoled in that Valerie is no longer struggling in her earthly body. Her perfect soul is free to soar and we look forward to meeting our "sister" again on the other side!
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deb wolf posted a condolence
Friday, July 28, 2023
Valerie was the best sister-in-law anyone could ask for, and our family is so very lucky that she and Craig found each other. We unfortunately never lived close in proximity but she was always close in my heart. When we DID have the chance to get together, they were wonderful times. My deepest condolences to Craig, Chris, Ryan, and Mike in this terribly difficult time.
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Hal Warnick posted a condolence
Thursday, July 27, 2023
So very sorry for your loss Craig. The class has thought of your family often over these many years.
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Chiquita Vincent lit a candle
Monday, July 24, 2023
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Sending prayers to the family I worked for her for alittle while as her home health aide.I know she is at peace and nomore pain.Chiquita Vincent
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Mike Breighner lit a candle
Friday, July 21, 2023
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One of my earliest and fondest memories of my Mom is at the beach. (Despite our freckled complexions we always loved the beach.) She was lifting my little body up over the waves by my hands. It was probably the happiest I had ever been up to that point, if not ever. I have no memory of how this moment started or ended. It was just me and Mom. Likewise, I have no memory of when She started being my Mom and She’ll never stop being my Mom.
We used to joke as a Family that She was “the glue.” If we hadn’t seen each other in a while or someone was fighting with someone else, we always put it aside to go see Mom. After hearing about how She touched so many people’s from my childhood friends to Her childhood friends, to Her coworkers from 40 years ago, it’s evident that She was “the glue” in many people’s lives.
I’ve never met a more beautiful soul, and I will spend my life continuing to do what I think would make Her proud. I love you Mom. I’ll always be your little buddy.
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Debbie Fuls posted a condolence
Monday, July 17, 2023
Craig, so sorry to hear of your loss. Worked with Valerie in Pittsburgh a long time ago, Thinking of You and your family at this difficult time. Debbie (Bilski) Fuls
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Kathy Karson posted a condolence
Monday, July 17, 2023
Craig,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. I worked with Valerie at my first “adult “job in Pittsburgh. We have both moved around over the years, but always caught up in the annual Christmas letter. Covid and later her condition had kept us from not getting together when we retired to Florida. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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Anonymous purchased flowers
Monday, July 17, 2023
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Mike and the whole Breighner Family, Sending our most heartfelt condolences for the loss of Valerie. Thinking of you all with love.
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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Valerie Breighner
Monday, July 17, 2023
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Mike and the whole Breighner Family, Sending our most heartfelt condolences for the loss of Valerie. Thinking of you all with love.
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Conroy & Andrea Roofe lit a candle
Monday, July 17, 2023
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Yvonne Griffin planted a tree in memory of Valerie Breighner
Saturday, July 15, 2023
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Sisters by choice for 27 years. You were my Thelma to Louise, Lavern to Shirley. Memories which can not be taken and a friend that can't be replaced.
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Craig Breighner posted a condolence
Friday, July 14, 2023
Shortly before the end, Valerie told me more than once that she didn’t fear death so much as pain. The pain from contractures, cramps, and muscle spasms in a body that, as a result of widespread dystonia, will no longer obey its owner appears to be excruciating and often unrelenting. Nevertheless, she bore up under it like a trouper.
Hoping to do crafts, crossword puzzles, adult coloring books, and other hobbies, along with travel and day trips to the beach for the remainder of our retirement, she was too soon frustrated by the disabilities and indignities thrust upon her by a degenerative neurological condition that, in its final stages, ultimately robbed her of such simple pleasures as bathing, combing her own hair, brushing her teeth, feeding herself, going to the bathroom unaided, walking, or using her hands.
Valerie offered her thanks to me — and asked that I convey the same to her private nurse’s aides, her sons, and staff at the healthcare facility — for everything we tried to do to lighten her burdens and keep her life livable. I was especially moved when she said that, in serving as her personal caregiver for the last few years before she had to be institutionalized, she thought I had done everything I could for her.
I cannot think of another person, living or dead, that I could admire more than my beloved, departed wife. To see anyone so independent and strong as Valerie brought low by such a an insidious illness is indeed a tragedy.
I may have lost my best friend, a loyal and steadfast helpmate, and the creator of our home and family, but I am relieved that she is done with the suffering, of which she clearly had had enough.
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Ben Abell planted a tree in memory of Valerie Breighner
Friday, July 14, 2023
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Mikey, sorry for your loss. I have very fond memories of movie nights at your house & she was always a kind & gracious host. Peqce & love
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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Valerie Breighner
Friday, July 14, 2023
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We are thinking of you; may her memory live on forever
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Anonymous planted a tree in memory of Valerie Breighner
Friday, July 14, 2023
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Debra Trichtinger posted a condolence
Thursday, July 13, 2023
Im sitting here reminiscing about our childhood and the fun we had. Craig,Chris,Ryan, Mike and family you have my deepest sincere sympathy. God Bless. Val fly high with the Angels and Rest in God's Peace Love Debbie Oelschlager Trichtinger
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The family of Valerie Ann Breighner uploaded a photo
Thursday, July 13, 2023
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