Helen Joyce Valentine

Helen Joyce Valentine, born on June 29, 1938, in Canada, passed away peacefully in Clifton, Colorado, on November 16, 2025, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease, which runs in the Kuckartz side of her family. She was surrounded by her loving family and guided by angels as she journeyed to her eternal home.

Helen was a beacon of light, characterized by her unyielding faith and unconditional love for all. She was a dedicated follower of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, loving Him with her whole heart and embodying His light and love in everything she did. Her life was a testament to her moral integrity, honesty, joyful spirit, and caring nature. Helen’s ambitious and hardworking demeanor earned her deep respect and admiration from those who had the privilege of knowing her. Her most cherished quality was her capacity for unconditional love, which resonated deeply with her family, who affectionately referred to her as a blessing in their lives.

Helen was an enthusiastic person, always finding joy in the great outdoors. She cherished spending time with her beloved children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her hobbies included hiking, jet skiing, boating, swimming, snowmobiling, baking and sharing treats with others, wine making, gardening, and entertaining guests. Each moment spent with family was a source of immense joy and laughter, as she treasured the bonds they created together.

Throughout her accomplished life, Helen thrived in various roles, excelling as a top salesperson for Synergy multi-level marketing company. She took pride in becoming a devoted wife and mother, as well as acquiring her United States citizenship. An adventurous spirit at heart, she also earned her CDL license to drive a school bus and held a cosmetology certificate. Her talents even reached into the modeling world, where she showcased her beauty in Snow-Goer Magazine.

Helen is survived by her loving daughters, Mary Brock Valentine, Donna Lancaster Valentine, and Elizabeth Valentine. She leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion through her grandchildren: Shawna, Jesse, Andrew, Kevin, Joseph, Perry, Sarah, Maraiya, Amanda, Kellen, Jessica, Rebekah, Chelsey, and Hannah.

She is predeceased by her dear family members, including Robert and Erica Valentine, Mia Lockman, and Louis Arden Valentine. Her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all those who loved her.

A memorial service honoring the life and legacy of Helen Joyce Valentine will be held on November 25, 2025, at St Ann's Mission Church in Palisade, Colorado, beginning at 10:30 AM. The family invites friends and loved ones to come together in celebration of a remarkable woman whose life was filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to those around her. As we remember her, we take solace in knowing that she is now in the arms of Our Lord, where she belongs. Praise God!