It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Valerie Lynn Radford, beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Valerie came into this world on October 12, 1950, and left us on September 21, 2023. She will be remembered as a beacon of love, kindness, and fun.

She is survived by her daughters Amy Missen and Kimberly Radford, who were the apples of her eye. Her grandsons Jamie Livie and Kurt Livie brought her immense joy and happiness. She loved meeting her great-grandson Freddie Livie and adored him. She is also survived by her Aunt Constance Nancollas Smith, her spouse Erin O’Connell, her sister Constance Carnell Fisher Hague, her nieces Brandy Fisher Ach, Charlene Fisher Taylor and Karrie Fisher Warren, her nephews Bob Palazzo and Dan Palazzo, and many great nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved dearly.

She was predeceased by her father, Mr. William Carnell, her mother Phyllis Nancollas Carnell, her sister Wilma Carnell Mugavero, and her brother William Carnell. Valerie held them close to her heart, remembering them fondly in stories and anecdotes.

Lovingly referred to as Aunt Val by everyone who knew her, Valerie's infectious smile and friendliness lifted the spirits of those around her. Her personality was vibrant, friendly, funny, cheerful, spontaneous, and loving. She was a passionate foodie with a special fondness for steak, and Budweiser was her drink of choice.

Valerie was an avid fan of Disney movies and phone games, primarily spending her recreational time enjoying movies with her family. She had been an accomplished athlete in her youth, playing multiple sports. She loved to travel and some of her favorite vacation spots were England, Florida, and Ireland, where she created numerous joyful memories.

Valerie’s love for her work family was abundantly clear through the stories she told about them, indicating they were the reason she never retired. She also had many adoring stories about the O’Connell family, whom she lived with in her later life. Valerie always considered herself lucky to have her life enriched by so many wonderful people around her.

The best lesson Valerie imparted to us all was the importance of kindness and living life to its fullest. Her legacy will be one of love and kindness, etched in the hearts of everyone she met. She will be profoundly missed, but her spirit will live on in the countless lives she touched.

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