Pamela Valentine

With hearts full of love and sorrow, we celebrate the life of Pamela Sue Allred Valentine, the most extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter the world has ever known. She was more than a woman—she was the heart of our family, the light in our darkest days, and the warmth that made every house a home.

Pam peacefully departed from us on February 12, 2025, after a courageous battle with lung disease. Born on April 22, 1951, in Rigby, Idaho, she was the beloved daughter of William Paul and Genevie Guidinger Allred. Growing up on the idyllic family farm in Lorenzo, Idaho, Pam’s childhood was filled with the warmth of family—from her cherished older sisters, Paula Allred (Richard, deceased) and Kathie Phoenix (Bill) to her devoted brothers, Dan Allred (Linda), James “Jim” Allred (Shelly), and youngest sister Melanie Wetzel (Kevin) and the many aunts, uncles, and cousins who surrounded her with love. She was raised in the Rigby Presbyterian Church, and her family continues to honor her memory by gathering each year at the Soup Bazaar, where they fondly reminisce about the cherished moments shared with the Allred children and their parents.

In her youth, she spent countless hours with her siblings and friends. We recall the stories of Pam and Lana riding their bikes to the Lorenzo Merc to get 5-cent pops and tapioca pudding. She spent most of her school years in Rigby and graduated from Pocatello High School. In her high school years, she had so many dear friends, notably Marla and JoAnn, with whom she would spend hours on the phone.

Fate introduced her to Wayne when they were only 14 years old—a meeting that would blossom into a lifelong romance and partnership. They were married for 56 years. Together, they built a family filled with love and joy. Their union was blessed with three wonderful children: first came Suzanne Renae Valentine, a precious daughter who brought immeasurable delight; then their second, a wonderful and most incredible addition, Ryan Wayne Valentine; and finally, Jeremy Jay Valentine, the cherished youngest member of their family. Pam was the manager of the Sugar-Salem School District junior high lunchroom for 20 years, where she found her best friend, Pat Anderson. She would go to work after the kids went on the bus to school and return before they came home—she just loved being a mom and made it look easy. She was the best cook in the world.

She cherished serving as a Cub Scout den leader to her sons and countless other local boys in the Sugar-Salem community, inspiring them as they grew and guiding them toward achieving Eagle Scout status.

Pam’s love knew no bounds. She extended warmth and respect to everyone she met, yet her heart reserved its deepest treasures for her children and, later, for her grandchildren. With every grandchild, Pam’s eyes would light up, each one holding a special place in her heart and each one thinking they were her favorite—a testament to the profound legacy of love she nurtured.

Pam was preceded in passing by her parents, Paul and Genevie Allred; her infant brother, Greg; her mother- and father-in-law, Charles and Mable Valentine; her brother-in-law, Larry Valentine; and her brother-in-law Gale and sister-in-law Cheryl Reeser.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Wayne, whose unwavering support and steadfast care accompanied her through every moment of her illness; her three precious children: Suzy (Logan), Ryan, and Jeremy (Melanie); 15 grandchildren: Whitney (Austin), Josh, Jay (Lindsay), Zach, Braden, Adah, Sara, Luke, Torri, Jane, Levi, Sam, Charlotte, Rachel, and Preslie; and three great-grandchildren: Norah, Michael, and Jayson.

To know her was to be loved beyond measure. She had a way of making you feel like the most important person in the world because, to her, you were. She gave without expectation, loved without condition, and served without hesitation. Her hands were never idle—whether they were preparing the most delicious meals, crocheting or knitting the most beautiful blankets for all the new babies to come, comforting a crying child, or holding yours just to remind you that you were never alone.

She lived her life for others, never seeking recognition but always deserving of it. Her love was a quiet, steady force—fierce and unwavering, yet gentle and kind. She was the first to rise and the last to rest, ensuring that every soul around her was cared for, that every heart was full, and that no one ever left her presence without feeling the depth of her love.

Her legacy is one of boundless love, selflessness, and grace. Though we grieve her passing, we are forever grateful for the gift of her presence in our lives. The world is dimmer without her, but heaven shines brighter because she is there.

We extend our deepest gratitude to Hospice of Yuma, Dr. Bronnimann, and Dr. Clark for their incredible compassion and care during Pam’s final days. Their kindness and dedication brought comfort to both Pam and our family, and we will always be thankful.

Rest well, our angel. Your love will live on in every meal shared, every story told, and every act of kindness inspired by your beautiful soul. We will miss you endlessly, love you always, and cherish you forever.

To the world, you are a mom, but to our family, you are the world.

Funeral Service
Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM
Flamm Funeral Home
61 N. 1st E., Rexburg, ID
Officiated by Brett Robinson

Visitations
• Friday, February 28, 2025 | 5:30–7:00 PM
• Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 12:00–12:45 PM

Cremation was handled by Johnson Funeral Home in Yuma, AZ. A Celebration of Life was held in honor of Pam on February 15, 2025, in Yuma, AZ.