William Valdesalici
August 10, 1942 ~ July 15, 2017
Born in: Greensburg, Pennsylvania
William "Bill" Valdesalice, 74, of Franklin, passed away at 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, July 15th at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, after a short period of declining health.Born August 10, 1942 in Greensburg, Bill was the son of the late Albert Valdesalici and Esther Adaline Held Zwinski. He was a 1960 graduate of Jeannette Senior High School and a 1990 graduate of Clarion University. He worked at Reno Mold, was the owner of Valdesalice Vending and retired as a Zoning Officer from Sugarcreek Borough and Sandycreek Twp. Bill was a lifetime member of the Rocky Grove VFD. He was an avid classic car enthusiast, and participated in many car shows with his 1956 Chevrolet BelAir and 1995 Chevy Camaro. He also enjoyed football and was a long-time season ticket holder for the Pittsburgh Steelers.He is survived by his children, Jill Dunnivant of Panama City Beach, FL; Jay Valdesalice and his wife, Denise, of Franklin; Jim Valdesalice and his wife, Leslie, of Bedford; and Jennifer Valdesalice of Franklin; and his 5 grandchildren, Devin and Jacob Valdesalice; and Dylan Gallagher, all of Franklin; Gina Dunnivant of Panama City Beach, FL; and Vincent Valdesalice of Bedford.Bill is also survived by his sister, Kathy Beauford, his step-brothers and step-sisters, Jack Haubrich (who was his card-playing buddy) and his wife, Dot, of Franklin; Richard Haubrich; Donna Valetti; and Laura French; and his half-brother, Ted Zwinski.He is additionally survived by his "grandchildren", Henry and Elizabeth Gent.Family and friends will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin on Thursday, July 20th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at the funeral home on Friday, July 21st at 11 a.m. with Rev. Sam Wagner, Pastor of Christ United Methodist Church, officiating.The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Venango VNA Foundation - 491 Allegheny Avenue, Franklin PA 16323; and/or to the Rocky Grove VFD.To send flowers, cards, online condolences, or for further information, family and friends are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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Bill was one of the best friends and neighbor a person could have. Car cruising will not be the same without Bill and the 56 Convertible. We will always be thinking of you and thanks for the many memories. Herb & Martha Riddle.
May the strength of family & friends guide and comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Sorry for your loss Bill was a good guy and friend RIP Bill.
I am so very sorry to hear of Bills’ passing. He was such a great guy. I remember babysitting for him & Nancy many years ago & he’s always been such a kind man.. My deepest sympathy to you all. God gained a wonderful angel. God Bless. RIP Bill.
To the family of Bill Valdesalice,
The officers and members of the Reno Volunteer Fire Department would like to offer our condolences to everyone. We are sorry for your loss.
Reno VFD
He will always be loved and forever missed. One of the nicest people I have ever met!
Dawn
What I will miss most is his lyrical “Hello,” each time he answered the phone. I was blessed to be a part of this family for many years. From the simple moments staring out his window watching the birds around the winter feeder, to the family vacations at his beloved Disney, to letting off steam with good old American lead in the woods….thanks for so many wonderful memories and sound advice Bill. love you always…
I will miss my bother deeply he was not only my brother he was my best friend. I always knew he would be there for me no matter what. I will miss our talks we had and how he would make me laugh no matter how I felt he always lifted up my spirit .
May God bless my nieces and nephews during this time of sorrow.
With love, Aunt Kathy.
We are deeply sorry for the loss of your dear father. May he rest in peace eternally. Frank & Barb Wallace
Jen & family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Your dad was a great guy and always greeted everyone with his warm smile. May the memories you shared with him remain in your heart forever. With love and prayers
So sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. It was a joy and a pleasure to work with him ashe always had a smile to cheer one up. Rest in peace dear friend. Sending prayers and sympathies to the family during this difficult time.
Linda & Greg Kissick
So sorry for your loss. We met Bill through going to car cruises. He was a great guy, always so happy and upbeat. He will surely be missed.
Bryon, Melissa and Collin Pegan
We are so sorry to hear about Bill’s passing. He was a friend of ours for years! Prayers for all the family! I wish we would have been home last week!