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Valerie McCrea Obituary
Valerie Ann McCrea, 38, died Sunday, April 15, 2007, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving husband, Chris McCrea, and her three precious sons, Ryan, 7, Gavin, 6, and Tyler, 2, her parents Nancy and Richard Sloan, her sister Julie Theule, and her brothers Jeff and Paul Sloan. Val was born October 23, 1968 in Cleveland, Ohio, a precious baby girl, to her adoring parents, Richard and Nancy Sloan. When Val was 2, her family moved to Escondido, California, and Val has lived in southern California since. Val attended Juniper Elementary School, where she was soon recognized as the high-energy, smiling little girl, who loved all of her friends. Val enjoyed learning to play the violin as a child, and attended Emmanuel Faith Church with her family. During her junior high days at Del Dios Middle School, she excelled in soccer, running and track. Val was becoming the incredible athlete that she continued to be throughout her life. Val attended Orange Glen High School where she excelled in athletics, cheerleading, the dance team, and having fun. She spent her summers working and attending summer camp at Hume Lake. Val attended San Diego State and graduated in 1993, with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education and Science. Val met her soulmate, Chris, in 1991, and they married in January, 1996. Val and Chris loved snow skiing, biking, running, and wake-boarding. Val and Chris soon became the parents of baby Ryan, followed by Gavin and Tyler. Val considered being a mommy to these three special little boys her most important role in life. Val also was successful in her role as a home health care sales representative first at Coram and later at Option Care. After her sons began attending The Valley Christian School, Val enjoyed becoming a part of the "Mom's in Touch" group, where she developed so many loving friendships. During her eighteen month illness, Val faced every day with the "grace" and caring that she displayed throughout her life. We will miss her so very much, and rejoice that she has returned home to the Lord, as she begins her eternal life. Services 2:30 p.m., on Friday, April 20th, Emmanuel Faith Church, Escondido, California. Please sign the guest book at obituaries.uniontrib.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Valerie McCrea
Cher Whetstone
May 2, 2007
Valerie, There isn't a day that goes by that I haven't thought of you. It's so bittersweet to know you are at peace now, but also so dearly missed. You are so loved and missed. I pray for your family and know that you will watch over them until they meet up with you again.
Julie Hurst
April 27, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers continue to go out to the McCraes, Sloans and other loved ones of Vals.
May God always watch over you and give you strength and guidance.
Love,
Todd, Julie, Josie & Abbie Hurst
John St.Martin
April 26, 2007
Val,
my deepest condolences. What a strong a beautiful woman you are.
Laura Paczewitz
April 26, 2007
Chris - You have our deepest sympathies. I still can't believe that Val is gone. It doesn't seem real, and it makes me so sad. She brought joy into so many people's lives with her smile and big heart, and I'm sure that has not changed in heaven. Please know that we are praying for you and the boys and thinking of you often.
Laura and Eric Paczewitz
Patty Bost
April 25, 2007
Nancy and Family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You have been in my daily thoughts and prayers!!!
Cheri & Patrick Cannone
April 24, 2007
Val,
You will be truly missed. You have been an example to us all. You have shown us what it truly means to be a child of God.
And to the Mccrea and Sloan famlies: We are truly sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray for your beautiful families...
Much love and sympathy
The Cannone family
Kristen Lee
April 22, 2007
Dear McCrea and Sloan Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time. Val was a great example of living life the fullest and enjoying every moment. She will be missed. Our comfort is knowing she is starting a new journey and will see her family once again in the glory of our Heavenly Father.
Jason, Kristen, Alexandra, Samantha and Rachel Lee
Kari Lightner
April 21, 2007
I will miss Val so much. She was a wonderful friend, mother and wife. I admired her strength and her energy, she gave me hope when I had very little. She made the world a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with her family. I thank the Lord that I was able to have such a wonderful person in my life.
Chris and Val 1996
April 21, 2007
Bea Arnold
April 21, 2007
Dearest McCrea family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to your family from ours.
Gently and lovingly,
Bea Arnold,
For J.,
Mojale', and Corban
Osil Pistole
April 21, 2007
Val was a breath of fresh air in wach of our lives. I have learned so much from her. I miss her deeply, and can't wait to see her again. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Osil
Chris Castillero
April 21, 2007
Yesterday's memorial was not only a beautiful tribute to a life lived well, but also an opportunity for people to have the assurance Val had of Heaven by givng their lives to Christ. What a blessing!! Your family is such an example of and a witness to Christ's love and grace. May He give you everything you need to continue on life's journey.
With love, The Castillero Family.
Judy Adison
April 21, 2007
My deepest sympathy to Val's loving family. I shall miss her greatly as she was a very special person. Her friend and business associate (one of her business accounts with Option Care).
Harriet Albery
April 21, 2007
What a beautiful tribute to her life. Val will be forever loved. She has touched - and changed - so many lives with her grace, her courage, and the incredible love and support of her family.
Gerald & Barbara Dempsey
April 21, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. We lost our son with the same disease. Know and feel the love she has given you. She shall always be with you as you carry her in your heart. May God be with you in this time of great sorrow and may he give you strenght and peace!
April 21, 2007
We Love You Val!
The Lawrence Family
Ms. Kerry and Family
April 20, 2007
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Michelle Schueren
April 19, 2007
With deepest, heartfelt sympathy, we pray for your comfort during this time. She was a special girl indeed; full of love, laughter and compassion. Her love of the Lord was was extrodinary. It was evident in her eyes, her smile and in all that she did here on earth. Her spirt will live on through her boys and she will continue to touch their lives in many ways......forever. In his love...
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