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Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Visitation: 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Elmwood Cemetery
Virginia A. Valbert, age 92, a long-time Flora resident and business owner, passed away the evening of Friday, February 12, 2016, surrounded by her loving family at Clay County Hospital.
She was born October 24, 1923, near Xenia, the daughter of Glenn and Mildred (Richardson) Burkett. She married Francis E. Valbert on May 11, 1946, in Flora. Together, they owned and operated Valbert’s Feed Store, and after Francis passed away May 21, 1986, Virginia continued to operate the business until she semi-retired at age 76. She continued to help around Valbert’s, and especially appreciated springtime and the new start of every lawn and garden season, both at the store and around her home. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Flora, and served as Sunday school teacher during the years her children were growing up. She was a den mother in the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and will be remembered as a devoted mother and grandmother. Virginia and Francis took a number of wonderful trips together, and she enjoyed golfing and bowling. In recent years, reading became a favorite pastime for her. She was a member of the Flora American Legion Auxiliary for over 60 years.
Virginia is survived by her daughter: Linda Kay Valbert of Flora; a son: Steven (Cindy) Valbert of Flora; 4 grandchildren: Rebecca Hart of Monroe, Michigan, Brian Wayne (Kristi) Guinn of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Joshua D. Harrison of Lawrenceville, and Jacob E. (Dusty) Harrison of Bridgeport; 3 great-grandchildren: Isaac and Jesse Guinn, and Gabriella Harrison; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Francis Valbert; 2 brothers: Frank and Jim Burkett; and a sister: Pat Howe.
A funeral service for Virginia Valbert will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial donations in Virginia's memory are suggested to Clay County 4-H or to Fur A Good Paws, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory with the family, visit www.frankandbright.com.
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very sorry to hear of your loss. RIP, Virginia
Steve and Cindy: We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Steve, Cindy, and Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all you and the rest of the family. May she rest in peace.
Dear Becky and Brian: We're sorry for your loss. Your In our prayers.
So sorry for your loss!
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady & will be remembered for all the good things she did In her life. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family's in this time of sorrow.
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady & will be remembered for all the good things she did In her life. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family's in this time of sorrow.
Our (Brian Guinn (Kristi, Isaac and Jesse) prayers are with our entire family during this time of sadness as Grandma is no longer physically with us as we reflect and remember all the great times we had together, and anticipate a time we will be together with her again in a place without suffering. Remembering the great times. Going on a car drive to Xenia (what I called a "cowboy" town; sitting with Grandma at the feed store with her and watching her talk and visit with the customers (friends) that she loved so much; riding the golf cart; sitting around the Christmas tree and eating more than anyone should ever eat, but so worth it; and taking a drive in the car to go see the big Christmas lights around Flora and Clay Country. As our family is sadden by the loss of our beloved Grandmother, we pause to remember the great times we had together. Thanks to everyone for your kind words and prayers. My prayers and thoughts are especially with you Mom (Linda) and Uncle Steve (Cindy) and family. We love you!
She was an amazing lady. Prayers for you all
So very sorry to hear of Virginia's passing. I always enjoyed our visits through Meals on Wheels. She will be missed.
Our deepest sympathies to the Valbert family for the loss of your mother. May you always keep the fond memories of your family with you.
Steve, Linda, and family, we are sorry for the loss of your mother. We have many happy memories of our children in their school days. Virginia was a great person and we enjoyed bowling and golfing together. Our prayers are that God will give you strength and courage as you go through this journey.
Steve and Cindy, Very sorry for your loss. Steve, you were blessed to have your mother for 92 years. You were an excellent son and Cindy a good daughter-in-law. I'm sure she appreciated you both. Thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss.
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers going out to your family.
Im so very sorry for your lose, God gained an amazing angel!! I pray that he comfort you all in your time of grieving!
A true "lady". I first became friends with her when the agency I worked for moved into the building next door and she was so helpful. I enjoyed visiting with her and admired her strong spirit.
Ruthie and I extend condolences to the family. My family has been customers at the feed store as long as I can remember. Virginia was a nice lady and so was Francis. Dr. and Mrs. Steve Welty
So sorry to hear about your Mother. I always enjoyed talking to her when she was at the store,she was one of the few people left,who remembered my Grandfather. I know it must be a great loss to all of your Family. You will be in my thoughts?
Losing a parent is difficult and my prayer for you is that you shall feel your Mother's arms around you and God's hands holding you both. Memories tucked away will sustain you during your life changes.
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry to hear of Virginia's passing. Sweet lady. She will be missed.
Steve and Linda I'm really sorry to hear about Aunt Virginia I have always thought so much of her. I haven't been able to get around. I miss everybody love Debbie
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