Just a quick word to say hello.
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Valerie John, 55, born on March 22, 1959 and passed away on July 25, 2014. We will remember her forever.
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of our beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend Valerie John. Please join us to celebrate her life at Barnet Multicultural Community Centre, Algernon
Road, NW4 3TA on the 30/08/14 at 6.30 PM for Songs of Worship.
Funeral Service will be held at St Mary's Church, Moorhouse Road, Notting Hill Bayswater W2 10:00 AM on 1 September
Tributes
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Jesus called you unto him.
Earth has one gentle soul less,
And Heaven one angel more.
You are reunited with your mum Rita, both free from pain.
Your lives a beautiful memory,
Your absence a silent grief.
Deep in our hearts a memory is kept,
Of one we loved and shall never forget.
In God’s care you rest above,
In our hearts you rest with love.
May The Lord our God bless and keep you in His care.
Our “saint of single mothers”, may your soul rest in perfect peace. Amen
I've been thinking of you lately, as you remind me so much like Kenya Moore from RHOA! (JUST STARTING WATCHING). Only to google your name, and end up on this page! Those days in the 1980s with you, living in Hertfordshire, to say the least, were most entertaining. We had our up & downs, but you most certainly left an impact.
REST IN EXTERNAL PEACE VALERIE
Went to University in the 1980s with this wonderful, beautiful, bubbly person.
Although we worked hard in the 3 years that we were there, we shared lots of fun, laughter and adventures along the way. She made such an impact on all those who came in contact with her and it is such a pity we lost contact over the years, I having moved to live in the Caribbean.
When I returned to the UK last year, I tried to locate her to no avail. However, she had never left my thoughts as I often to my husband about her and our uni days. Only this week, I tried again to research her online and imagine my devastation when I found this webpage advising that she has now passed away. I was heartbroken, as I really wanted to catch up with her and to find out how she was doing all these years and to share my escapades with her.
My heart goes out to all her family and friends. She will be terribly missed and will make a wonderful angel. I know that she is looking down on us.
Forever in my heart.
Karen Jones
Thinking of you at this sad time. You were an inspiration to all. Your legacy will live forever.
Amen
I remember you as a strong, focused and beautiful young women who stood her ground and supported many causes. You never gave up and could always be found helping someone in need...AS WAS YOUR WAY... One Love PEACE be UNTO YOU and YOURS.....
I met Valerie through the Westminster Supported Lodgings Carers support group. She contributed greatly to the group by sharing her ideas and experiences through her fostering career. Valerie was such an inspiration to all who came across her and most especially the young persons whose lives she turned around through her fostering career. She has left some footprints which can never be erased. She will be sorely missed by all.
"Valerie, May your soul rest in perfect peace".
You have left us far too soon.
May your soul rest in Peace.
Paula,Olukayode and family
May your soul rest in eternal peace and may the Almighty give your family and friends the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Zubeida Adams – Supervising Social Worker
Triborough Fostering & Adoption Service
~Thomas Campbell
I can not find the words to say goodbye but until we meet again my darling friend, may God keep you in the palm of his hands,
When I relocated to London with my young children, you made me feel at home. You took charge. Taking my children off me when I had to work. You showed me where I could buy things, shopping malls, we ate and laughed. You were an amazing person. Always around to share, to empathize, to listen and to laugh - with that booming voice of yours! You were selfless!
My regret is that I missed your call while abroad and meant to call you back. I think about that call and I wish I could turn back the clock.
I will always cherish my memories of you. Shine on Valerie. May God grant you eternal rest.
You will surely be missed by many. I pray the good Lord comfort each and every one of your family and friends. What a gem.Though you are gone, your fond memories live on.
Rest in perfect peace dear.
Love from
Sarah
Teresa,Steve and Asher
It was a shock to hear of your passing as I had spoken to you earlier in the week and you were to call me back only to hear of your passing a few days later.
My sympathy to your daughter Ada, family and friends on this very sad occassion.
Valerie John may you Rest In Peace and Rise In Glory.
From Alison, Nathan, Mum, Dad and the rest of the Family.
Thinking of the family and friends at this sad time. Love Rachel and myles xxxxx
Valerie, you were a great inspiration to everyone one around you and literary one of the kindest souls that walked this earth. You had a genuine interest in people and never failed to help or encourage anyone who crossed your path.
Your death is quite a big shock to me and my family and to tell you the truth, I have not quite gotten over the news.
God gives and God takes and who are we to question his judgments. Your journey on earth has ended but we take solace in the beautiful times we shared with you.
Rest in perfect peace and may God grant us all, both family and friends, the fortitude to bear this colossal loss. Amen
Rest in peace and our thoughts and prayers are with your family, especially Ada.
God bless
My condolences to the family and friends.
That she is dead, she is just away.
With a cheery smile and a wave of hand
She has wandered into an unknown land;
And left us dreaming how very fair
Its needs must be, since she lingers there.
And you-oh you, who the wildest yearn
From the old-time step and the glad return-
Think of her faring on, as dear
In the love of there, as the love of here
Think of her still the same way, I say;
She is not dead, she is just away.
Rest in peace Valerie, gone but never forgotten❤️.
Margaret, Benson and family.
Rest in peace Valerie we love you .
Where do I even start? I remember when I first met you in the earls court house I was about 12 from that day you made a massive different to my life, I never saw you as a career I saw you like my mother you never gave up on me no matter how much I messed up you always believed in me, it breaks my heart knowing my baby boy is never gonna know you nor did you meet him, I feel like it wasn't your time I wanted you around a little longer, I feel like I've lost the only person that ever cared about me, i feel like I can't turn to anyone now that your gone, everytime I felt like giving up on everything you helped me through all the hard times, I miss you so much I'm never gonna hear your soft voice again nor am I ever gonna see your face again , I'm never gonna get one of your special hugs, I thank you for coming into my life you gave me the love my own mother couldn't give me , I'm sorry I wasn't the perfect foster child, you made me a part of your little family and I'm forever grateful. I love you mummy . I hope your looking down on my and my baby boy may god bless your beautiful soul the world may have lost a wonderful person but heaven has gained an angel rest in beautiful peace xxxxxxxxx ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Val you did it your way again. Who will i call to tell about your god daughter's achievements? your great advise, always so happy and excited to hear about how well she is doing? We will Miss you dearly.
May your Soul Rest in Peace
Our condolences to the family and to all friends.
Carmen and Ricardo
She will always remain a part of me, the memories the laughter and shared ambitions will continue to inspire and guide me through the vicissitudes of life.
Valerie was larger than life in more ways than one - she had a massive heart and capacity to give and share, a large appetite for enjoyment and the finer things of life and was engaged in endless 'runnings' for the benefit of herself and those around her.
Her friendships were legion and include a potpourri of people of all colours, creed and class such was her encompassing and non-judgmental nature.
No doubt her biggest achievement and source of joy were her children, who will be a testimony to the passion for excellence that Valerie strived for in all she did.
Valerie it was a privilege to know you, you will be forever missed but never forgotten.
Rest in peace
Her role in my life was just too immense which is why I am hurting. Still, I hold on to the love/dreams/hope/laughter...
My condolences to the family and friends. God bless.
Ufuoma Overo-Tarimo
Leave a Tribute
Just a quick word to say hello.
Valerie,
you will always be in my heart and will be missed.
May God bless your soul and make you part of paradise.
Rest in Peace.
University of Hertfordshire: 1986-1989.
Went to University in the 1980s with this wonderful, beautiful, bubbly person.
Although we worked hard in the 3 years that we were there, we shared lots of fun, laughter and adventures along the way. She made such an impact on all those who came into contact with her and it is such a pity we lost contact over the years, I having moved to live in the Caribbean.
When I returned to the UK last year, I tried to locate her to no avail. However, she had never left my thoughts, as I often spoke to my husband about her and our uni days. Only this week, I tried again to research her online and imagine my devastation when I found this webpage advising that she has now passed away.
I was heartbroken, as I really wanted to catch up with her and to find out how she was doing all these years and to share my escapades with her.
My heart goes out to all her family and friends. She will be terribly missed and will make a wonderful angel. I know that she is looking down on us.
Forever in my heart.
Karen Jones
Early Memories
I met Valerie through Antonia. I didn't realise at the time that she (Valerie) would play such a pivitol role in my life. We met Valerie in 1987.