Honestly, the best cook in the fam. Love you dad

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Honestly, the best cook in the fam. Love you dad

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We are saddened to say that Alberto Valencia, 45, born in California, lamentably, was pronounced dead on Friday, April 18th, 2025. He suffered a heart attack on Wednesday April 16th. Someone saw him unconscious in a parking lot, inside his truck. They called for help, performed CPR, and he was taken by ambulance where his heart stopped a second time. He was in intensive care under life support machines until pronounced dead.

He was a husband and a proud father of four daughters. He was kind and caring even after his death, wanting to give to those who will never meet him by being an organ donor. He enjoyed making everyone laugh, and he brought people together through his love for cooking. He expressed himself the best through his musical creativity and passionate singing. To his wife and daughters, he will always be honored and remembered as a loving father who taught us to always keep trying to do our best.

We would like to request donations to cover the expenses of his funeral. Anything is greatly appreciated. We will also be hosting a food fundraiser or those that would like to enjoy food in his remembrance:
When: SATURDAY MAY 3rd 1 - 6PM
Location: 3223 SE 92nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266 (Open Bible Church)

If you knew our dad personally and have videos or pictures of him, we would appreciate receiving them. Thank you!

Nos entristece informar que Alberto Valencia, de 45 años y nacido en California, lamentablemente, fue declarado muerto el viernes 18 de abril de 2025. Sufrió un infarto el miércoles 16 de abril. Alguien lo vio inconsciente en un estacionamiento, dentro de su camioneta. Pidieron ayuda, le practicaron RCP y fue trasladado en ambulancia, donde su corazón se detuvo por segunda vez. Estuvo en cuidados intensivos con soporte vital hasta que se le declaró muerto.

Era esposo y orgulloso padre de cuatro hijas. Fue amable y cariñoso incluso después de su muerte, y siempre quiso ayudar a quienes nunca lo conocerán donando órganos. Disfrutaba haciendo reír a todos y unía a la gente con su pasión por la cocina. Se expresaba mejor a través de su creatividad musical y su apasionado canto. Para su esposa e hijas, siempre será honrado y recordado como un padre amoroso que nos enseñó a esforzarnos siempre al máximo.

Nos gustaría solicitar donaciones para cubrir los gastos de su funeral. Cualquier donación será muy apreciada. También organizaremos una recaudación de fondos con alimentos para quienes deseen disfrutar de una comida en su memoria.
Cuando: SATURDAY MAY 3rd 1 - 6PM
Lugar: 3223 SE 92nd Ave, Portland, OR 97266 (Open Bible Church)

Si conocieron a nuestro padre personalmente y tienen videos o fotos de él, les agradeceríamos recibirlos. ¡Gracias!

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ANA VALENCIA
Organizer
Clackamas, OR

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