"Dear Frank and extended family and Jenkins clan, please accept our most heartfelt condolences on your loss of Val. Nothing but fabulous, bright and positive images fill my mind when I remember her from way back when. Prayers youre a comfort to each other and surrounded the love of good friends. Peace."
In loving memory of
Valerie J. Priest
December 31, 1959 - March 2, 2019
Valerie J. Priest, 59, passed away Saturday night in Chattanooga, TN surrounded by friends and family when her body finally conceded a long fight with cancer.
Valerie is the daughter of Robert and Joanne Jenkins born and raised in Ocala, FL. She married Joe Franklin Priest, Jr. in 1991 on the Rainbow River in Dunnellon, FL. Valerie will always be mommy, madre, cherished wife, best friend, Coach Val, Valski, entrepreneur, free spirit, parrothead, sailor and so much more.
Valerie is survived by her mom Joanne, husband Frank, sister Cindy Davis, brothers Ken Jenkins and Keith Jenkins, and her three children Corinne Priest, Emma Priest and Camp Priest.
Though this is an incredibly sad time for those whose lives were touched by her, she wouldnt want anyone to dwell in their sorrow. Instead, lets all remember the happiest times we had with her and celebrate her immensely full life.
In lieu of a memorial service, please drop by and share your memories of Valerie with her family and friends on Friday March 8 any time between 1 and 3 on the Rainbow River at the home of Joe F Priest, 9023 SW 190th Avenue Rd, Dunnellon, FL 34432. Bring your favorite photo of Valerie to add to a memory board for the family.
For anyone who cannot drop by the River on Friday, please share your favorite Valerie photo or memory with Corinne Priest via text, email, or facebook.
In lieu of flowers, please support and contribute to your local womens shelter, food bank or childrens hospital
Tributes
"Frank, Corrine, Emma and Camp, I'm so sorry to hear of Val's passing. She was one of the people I admired in this world, and she will be sorely missed. You are all in my prayers."
"Dear Frank, Corrine, Emma and Camp,I feel such sadness for you in the loss of your Valerie. So many happy memories come into my mind of your family and your happy, fun loving, adventuresome lives when you were my neighbors on South 17th Street in Fernandina Beach. My thoughts are with you at this time. Sendinging blessings of comfort and love."
"Dear Frank, Corrine, Emma and Camp,I am sad for you in the loss of your Valerie. I have such fond memories of the times that you were my neighbors on South 17th Street in Fernandina Beach. Sending prayers of comfort and love, Barbara"
"Frank and family; So very sorry for your loss. Valerie was such a special person in High School and I feel blessed to have known her."
"Frank,So very sorry to learn of your loss. I can't imagine your pain. May Valerie rest in peace."
"To all the family...I just heard today of this terrible news and am completely sad and sorry I could not have attended the gathering to celebrate her life. I can recall clearly as if it was yesterday hanging out with Ken, Val, and Jan at the old house as kids just talking about the future and parties in the basement. How fast the years go by and have been so sorry to lose track with my Val and all my friends. In remembering, I can still hear her laugh which was classic and am sure she did the same all through her life. I wish I could have been there today to share some stories. My thoughts and prayers go out to all especially Ken, Keith,and Cindy and of course Frank. tom.cwik@verizon.net"
"Dear Joe and family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Valierie. I did not have the pleasure of knowing her but am very sorry for your familys loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.With sympathy,Linda Andrews Ertel"
"Dear Frank and Cindy, the Priest and Jenkins Families,We, the Abens Family especially the older group remember Blessed Trinity Grade School, and the times we had and of course we remember Val, how could you not! Doug, Dave, Debbie and I (Dan) have fond memories of the time we were in Ocala and we certainly remember Val. A special person, a special glow, and a loss to all, even to those who knew her for a short time. Dan Abens"
"Dear Frank, Corinne, Emma, Camp, Momski, Cindy, Ken, Keith, Joe, Darla and family,Sending my love to all of you! What a beautiful lady who will be so missed! We had so much fun in our high school and college days! My only regret is I haven't been able to see her and give her a hug recently! I will keep you all in my prayers! With much love! "
"A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent by The Lowstetter Family on March 6, 2019"
"Our thoughts & prayers are with The Jenkins & Priest family. God Bless, Tony & Tammy Johnson"
"A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on March 6, 2019"
"My deepest sympathies to Frank, Corrine, Emma and Camp. My heart is saddened at the loss of such a beautiful and vibrant woman. May God be with you and your family."