On November 4, 2017, James Ronald Valentine, 78, of Baltimore, passed away at Marley Neck Health and Rehabilitation. James was born on May 23, 1939, in Baltimore, to the late Annie and Howard "Jim" Valentine. He was a "Jack-of-all-Trades," working in many fields, including, Ministry for 14 years, a Draftsman at Goddard Space Flight Center, a Painter, and a Salesman of office supplies. James enjoyed fishing, boating, working on cars, building things - including boats, singing, and playing the guitar.
James is survived by his loving children, Donna Valentine-Todd (Wayne Keathley), James Michael Valentine (Lisa Ann Valentine), Rhonda Ann Valentine-Rufty (Thomas J. Rufty), and Richard Scott Valentine (Tammy Jo Valentine); his beloved grandchildren, Mark Todd Jr., Kristen Marie Schreiner, Veronica Grace Turgeon, and James Michael Valentine Jr.; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Mason, James, Lucas, Chase, and Nolan. He was predeceased by two siblings, Richard and Sherrie Valentine.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in James' name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.