Stephen Avery Valach's Obituary
Stephen Avery Valach lived his life with love, devotion, and a heart full of joy. He cherished his wife and children above all else, and his family was the center of his world.
Stephen’s smile could brighten any room, and his laugh was unforgettable. He touched the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth, and genuine spirit.
He is survived by his wife, Erika Valach (Montemayor), and his children: David, Aliyah, Ariana, and Lauren. He is also survived by his daughter Mia, his father John Valach Sr., and his siblings Andrea D’Amico (Valach), John “AJ” Valach Jr., Shawn Reis, Tracy Tyler, and Rodney Tyler.
Stephen was an uncle to Santia Gaston, Dazianaye Gaston, Sabrina Reis, and Sebastian Reis, and a great-uncle to Cameron Gaston. He is preceded in death by his mother, Kathleen Tyler.
Stephen will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him, and his memory will forever live in our hearts.
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