In Memory Of
Bill Valin
1971
2014
Bill Valin
June 17, 1971 — June 2, 2014
Bill Valin , 42, of Denver, passed away June 2, 2014.
He was born June 17, 1971 in Brockton, Massachusetts, the son of Vincent and Kathleen (Blunt) Valin. On July 26, 2010 he married Colleen Wesch in Golden, Colorado.
He is survived by his Wife, Colleen Wesch; Mother, Kathy Valin; Daughter, Eva Grace Valin; his wife's children, Sydney A. Wesch and Andrew D.V. Wesch; two Brothers, Christopher James (Cecille) Valin, Timothy Vincent Valin; two Nephews, Andrew V. (Allison) Valin, Sawyer C. Valin; two Nieces, Ciara R. Valin, Saylor C. Valin; Great-Nephew, Jaxson V. Valin. He is preceded in death by Father, Vincent James Valin; Paternal Grandparents, Vincent & Eva Valin; Maternal Grandparents, Francis & Kathleen Blunt, three aunts, an uncle, and 22 cousins.
Bill, a blonde, curly-haired baby, didn't speak much until the age of three, relying instead on pointing and his two older brothers to relay what he wanted. But once he did start talking, it was practically non-stop, including asking philosophical questions, which he was always more concerned about than his ABCs and numbers—something that continued throughout his life. This would often confuse his kindergarten teacher, who decided that he would probably be president someday. His best friend at that age was a deaf boy whom he defended from the other kids…an early sign of his loving and kind-hearted nature.
As a kid, Bill played baseball, was in Boy Scouts, and loved to swim. As he got older, music became his passion, and he picked up guitar and bass naturally, learning songs quickly and with little effort. And he was always popular with the girls, receiving calls from them way before his older brothers did. Always popular with the ladies, yet sensitive and kind, he still maintains close friendships with many of them to this day. His passion and love of music stayed with him throughout his life, taking him to where the music played, such as Seattle, WA. After moving to Denver, he and Colleen met and became fast friends. This was a friendship that lasted several years prior to becoming romantic, giving them both a solid foundation to build upon in marriage. Just a flash of his gorgeous grin and a sparkle in those big blue eyes was enough to light up Colleen's dreariest day. Family and friends meant the most to Bill, with his generous and loving nature, he was the first to lend a hand to anyone in need. "Daddy" was a role that Bill filled with the same loving care and patience as he did all his relationships. Although he came into Andy and Sydney's lives when they were teenagers he maintained a close relationship with both of them, sharing love, laughter and a close sense of family. Eva adored the time she spent with him as he did with her, peppered with moments of frustration (we all feel as parents), but he wouldn't have changed it for the world, for Eva was his world. Spending time with family was so important to Bill and our time with him is treasured.
If you are able to attend the memorial for Bill, please do not wear black, instead wear bright colors, tie die if you have it, to celebrate the vibrancy which he infused in all of our lives and per his wishes.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Spiritual Science Church, 3375 S. Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80222.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzkPVzczVS0&feature=youtu.be
To share a memory of Bill or leave a special condolence message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.
He was born June 17, 1971 in Brockton, Massachusetts, the son of Vincent and Kathleen (Blunt) Valin. On July 26, 2010 he married Colleen Wesch in Golden, Colorado.
He is survived by his Wife, Colleen Wesch; Mother, Kathy Valin; Daughter, Eva Grace Valin; his wife's children, Sydney A. Wesch and Andrew D.V. Wesch; two Brothers, Christopher James (Cecille) Valin, Timothy Vincent Valin; two Nephews, Andrew V. (Allison) Valin, Sawyer C. Valin; two Nieces, Ciara R. Valin, Saylor C. Valin; Great-Nephew, Jaxson V. Valin. He is preceded in death by Father, Vincent James Valin; Paternal Grandparents, Vincent & Eva Valin; Maternal Grandparents, Francis & Kathleen Blunt, three aunts, an uncle, and 22 cousins.
Bill, a blonde, curly-haired baby, didn't speak much until the age of three, relying instead on pointing and his two older brothers to relay what he wanted. But once he did start talking, it was practically non-stop, including asking philosophical questions, which he was always more concerned about than his ABCs and numbers—something that continued throughout his life. This would often confuse his kindergarten teacher, who decided that he would probably be president someday. His best friend at that age was a deaf boy whom he defended from the other kids…an early sign of his loving and kind-hearted nature.
As a kid, Bill played baseball, was in Boy Scouts, and loved to swim. As he got older, music became his passion, and he picked up guitar and bass naturally, learning songs quickly and with little effort. And he was always popular with the girls, receiving calls from them way before his older brothers did. Always popular with the ladies, yet sensitive and kind, he still maintains close friendships with many of them to this day. His passion and love of music stayed with him throughout his life, taking him to where the music played, such as Seattle, WA. After moving to Denver, he and Colleen met and became fast friends. This was a friendship that lasted several years prior to becoming romantic, giving them both a solid foundation to build upon in marriage. Just a flash of his gorgeous grin and a sparkle in those big blue eyes was enough to light up Colleen's dreariest day. Family and friends meant the most to Bill, with his generous and loving nature, he was the first to lend a hand to anyone in need. "Daddy" was a role that Bill filled with the same loving care and patience as he did all his relationships. Although he came into Andy and Sydney's lives when they were teenagers he maintained a close relationship with both of them, sharing love, laughter and a close sense of family. Eva adored the time she spent with him as he did with her, peppered with moments of frustration (we all feel as parents), but he wouldn't have changed it for the world, for Eva was his world. Spending time with family was so important to Bill and our time with him is treasured.
If you are able to attend the memorial for Bill, please do not wear black, instead wear bright colors, tie die if you have it, to celebrate the vibrancy which he infused in all of our lives and per his wishes.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Spiritual Science Church, 3375 S. Dahlia Street, Denver, CO 80222.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzkPVzczVS0&feature=youtu.be
To share a memory of Bill or leave a special condolence message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Bill Valin, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
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Memorial Service
Saturday, June 7, 2014
Starts at 4:30 pm (Mountain time)
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