Samuel Paulino Valdez, Jr., 40, Del Norte, Colorado, passed away on May 29, 2017 in Denver, Colorado.

He was born on November 21, 1976 to Samuel P. and Frances Valdez.

He was survived by Samuel P. Valdez (Joann and DeOn), Frances Valdez, Ursula (Ryan, Elijah and Avery) Blyth, Francisco Valdez, Joe and Betty Coronado (grandparents), Amanda McDonald, Austin McDonald (Haley, Maverick), Lynnea Nicole Valdez, Carlos and Tristan, several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Monte Vista for family and friends who were not able to attend the service that was held in Denver, Colorado. There will be no Funeral Service.