Rhonda Valeriano, a beloved wife, mother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, at the age of 67. Born on March 19, 1957, in Tyler, Texas, Rhonda grew up surrounded by the warmth of her loving grandparents, whom she affectionately referred to as "Granny" and "Daddy Cy." She cherished spending summers with them on the beaches near San Antonio. Her grandparents instilled in her a deep sense of love, kindness, and community, values that Rhonda carried with her throughout her life and sought to impart on others.
Rhonda had a passion for acting and the arts and briefly attended college for theater before meeting her husband, Sam, in 1979. The couple met in Summit County and bonded over their shared love of the mountains and the beauty of Colorado. They spent their time skiing, hiking, and enjoying picnics at Dillon Lake. Rhonda loved Colorado with all her heart and was determined to pass on her appreciation for the mountains to her children.
Throughout her life, Rhonda was known for her unwavering dedication to her family. She was the proud mother of six children, who were the light of her life and the center of her world. She encouraged her children to pursue their passions and, ever the optimist, instilled in them the belief that they could achieve anything as long as they followed their dreams. Having missed out on many experiences in her own childhood, Rhonda made it her mission to ensure her children enjoyed the joys of being kids. Her love for her children was boundless, and she took great pride in their accomplishments and the individuals they became. Tragically, Rhonda and Sam lost their son Sean in a car accident in 2003 when he was just 15, but they never lost sight of his memory and the love they had for him.
Rhonda is survived by her husband, Sam, and her children: Samuel, Sarah, Stephen, Stuart, and Sophie. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched, and she will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
A celebration of Rhonda's life will be held on 9/7/2024 at 2:00 PM MST at The Pinewood Springs Community Church located at 260 Buttonrock Rd., Lyons, CO, 80540. Friends and family are invited to attend and share their memories.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The National Multiple Sclerosis Society, in honor of Rhonda’s generous spirit and her fight with multiple sclerosis.
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