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Angela "Angie" (nee: Aschikarian) Valente

Aug 25, 1944 – Oct 12, 2025

Service Details

Services celebrating Angie’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 12:00 – 2:00pm. Private interment will take place on Monday in Graceland Cemetery.

MOUNT PLEASANT – Angela “Angie” (nee: Aschikarian) Valente, age 81, passed away at Parkview Gardens Senior Living on Sunday, October 12, 2025 following a brave journey with dementia.

Born Inge Aschikarian in Lorrach, Germany on August 25, 1944 to the late Charles and Irma (nee: Wagner) Aschikarian. Her parents came to the United States to prepare for a new way of life in 1951. Six months after they arrived, they sent for their beloved Angie, who flew alone from Europe, to join her parents at the young age of 6 ½ years old.

Angela attended Horlick High School. . On March 3, 1962, Angie was united in marriage with the love of her life, Frank James Valente, Sr. Her main focus in life was caring for her family….they were her everything. She also assisted Frank with his business, Frank’s Towing, for many years and volunteered caring for patients at St. Luke’s Hospital.

In her younger years, Angie was quite the tennis player. Angie was a wonderful cook and enjoyed hosting many family celebrations and holidays. Angie and Frank enjoyed playing Bingo, traveling and daily drives past the Wind Point Lighthouse.

Surviving are her husband of 63 years, Frank Sr.; their children, Frank Valente Jr., Peter Valente, Victoria Valente and Kory (Becke) Valente; her adored granddaughters (of whom called her Grandma Toy Box), Julie (Michael Turner) Anchondo, Stephanie (Nick) Sexauer and Cristina (Dan) Gilliam; great-grandchildren, Hailey, Bradley, Ramiro, Cierra, MacKenzie and Skylar; great-great-grandchildren, Timothy, Memphis & Remi; sisters-in-law, Sherry King and Patricia (Harry) Lofquist; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Angie was preceded in death by her father-in law Alfred Valente and mother in-law Francis Valente.

Services celebrating Angie’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Sunday, October 19, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday from 12:00 – 2:00pm. Private interment will take place on Monday in Graceland Cemetery.

A heartfelt note of thanks to the wonderful staff at Parkview Gardens, especially nurse Leslie and assistant Maria, for caring for Angie like she was part of their own family. Your kindness and true compassion will always be remembered.

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The Munoz Family

My siblings and I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to plan a funeral for our beloved mother – Juana Munoz. During this difficult time, we were fortunate enough to come across a funeral home that truly went above and beyond what was expected. Their attention to detail and dedication to ensuring our comfort and safety throughout the entire process was truly remarkable. From the moment we stepped foot into the funeral home, we were greeted with warmth and compassion. The staff members, but specifically Mark was incredibly understanding and empathetic, making us feel at ease during such a challenging time. Mark took the time to listen to our needs and wishes, and his guidance and support were invaluable. One aspect that truly stood out was Mark’s meticulous attention to detail. He paid close attention to every aspect of the funeral arrangements, ensuring that nothing was overlooked. From the floral arrangements to the music selection, every detail was carefully considered and executed flawlessly. Mark even noticed that the temperature in the room was getting warm and promptly adjusted it to ensure our comfort. What impressed me the most was their commitment to our safety. Mark and his team took every precaution to ensure that our family and guests were protected throughout the entire process. From the funeral home to the cemetery, Mark made sure that all safety measures were in place, including providing hand sanitizers, and even arranging for additional staff members to assist with crowd control. Furthermore, Mark’s professionalism and organization was evident in every aspect of the funeral service. He coordinated seamlessly with the cemetery staff, ensuring a smooth transition from the funeral home to the final resting place. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellence truly made a difference in our overall experience. In addition to their exceptional service, the funeral home also provided us with resources and support beyond the funeral itself. They offered grief counseling services and connected us with local support groups, which proved to be invaluable during our grieving process. Overall, we cannot express enough gratitude for the exceptional service provided by Mark, and broader, Draeger Langendorf team. Their attention to detail, commitment to our safety, and genuine compassion made a difficult time a little more bearable. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of funeral arrangements, as they truly go above and beyond to ensure that every detail is taken care of and that families are supported throughout . the entire process. – Epifanio and The Munoz Family

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