William Valiton

William F. Valiton 91, of Schellsburg, went from the arms of his beloved wife, to the arms of his Savior peacefully, Friday, June 21, 2024. He was born on October 27, 1932 in Templeton, MA, a son of the late John Fred and Viola (Ford) Valiton. On May 2, 1953 in Orange, MA he married Constance (Belanger) Valiton who survives along with five children: Linda Haney widow of Carl, of Bedford, Sharon Hershberger and husband Michael, of Schellsburg, Ginnie Valiton, of Bedford, Robert Valiton and wife Cathy, of Belsano, and Rev. Deborah Valiton-Carnish and husband David, of Elizabethtown; 17 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren with one on the way. He was preceded in death by a son John W. Valiton, and a sister Mildred Russell.

William served in the Army during the Korean War. Following his service, he resided in Winchendon, MA and was employed by Hedstrom. They then relocated him to Bedford in 1966 working as a foreman and retired after 47 ½ years. After retirement he and his wife moved to Cleveland, TN and he worked at Summit View Assisted Living for 9 years. William was a faithful servant of the Church of God, and enjoyed being with his family. His best life was enjoyed at the side of his beloved wife of 71 years, whom he adored and cherished.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., in the Chapel at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home, in Bedford, with Rev. Deborah Valiton-Carnish officiating. Burial at Bedford County Memorial Park. Friends will be received on Tuesday one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.