Irving M. Valiente

LEWISTON — Irving M. Valiente, 61, of East Ave. went to be with the Lord on April 7, 2011 at the Hospice House in Auburn after a short illness. He was born on October 31, 1949 in New York City, the son of Jose and Monsita Luciano-Valiente. He was educated at the College of Staten Island with a B.S. in History and a Minor in Spanish. He also proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.

He worked for 10 years as a Spanish teacher at Lewiston High School where he was referred to as "Senõr V" by the students. He also taught in New York and was also the assistant coach for basketball, taking the team to two city championships. He accumulated over 34 years of educating students.

He was a member of the American Legion, Army Cadets and Law Enforcement Cadets at Lewiston High School and Pelletier's Karate Academy. While in New York City he was a black belt in Chinese Go Ju and Isshinryu. He was also a member of the First Assembly of God in Lewiston. He was an avid history lover.

Mr. Valiente is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Nancy Valiente of Lewiston; sons, Joseph Valiente and his girlfriend Katie of West Paris and Sean Valiente and girlfriend Jessica of Waltham and grandchildren, Dominic Valiente and Angelina Valiente. He was predeceased by his parents.

A memorial visitation will take place on Friday, April 15 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the First Assembly of God Church on Hogan Rd., Lewiston with a service to follow at 7 p.m. at the church. Burial will take place at Maine Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

In Mr. Valiente's memory, donations may be made to Maine Teen Challenge, 11 Hudson Lane, Winthrop, ME 04364. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives Group 25 Tampa St., Lewiston.

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