Valerie J. Cilla's Obituary
Valerie Jean Cilla (Val) age 83 born in Muskegon, Michigan to the late Adolph (Pat) and Cora(Blanche) Witham on August 16, 1937 and passed away on January 24, 2021.
In Valerie's passing she leaves behind sons, Dr. Brian Cilla (Francine), Keith Cilla (Angela), Deanna Cilla-Sobczak (Dr. Gregory) and a brother Allen Witham. Grandchildren, Sarah Robertson(Matthew) Brandon Cilla( Amanda), Brianna Cilla, Anja Kowalewski ( Tony, Bianca Pizzino (Angelo). Great Grandchildren, Kodie, Kayden, Kenzie Cilla, Claire and Ellie Robertson. She was also blessed with Bonus Grandchildren, Eric, Sean, John, Adam, Teresa, Rachel, Gina and Lisa., and Bonus Great grandchildren, Hannah, Lauren Olivia, Isabella, Chance, Jada, Evan, Ariana. She had several nieces Sandra, Brenda and nephews Patrick, Mark, David. Val was preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Cilla-Eikenberry, Parents, Brother Ronald and wife Jean, Nephew Ron, Sister in law Lois.
Our family would like to say thank you for all those who cared for Val. When you think of those memories, know that it is ok to cry. Val would have wanted you to remember that this is a see you later not goodbye. Val was a special soul, so fierce and so brave spreading the word of God. All the lessons that she gave, reminding everyone how special they truly are. Hold onto that love whenever it gets hard. She is now with our heavenly father in her forever home. In our hearts she will always be. Her love shall carry on. (Kenzie Cilla).
Mom, Granny, Bomma, Gram Gram Gramma Val. You will be missed.
Val was an active member of Calvary Memorial Church and had many friends she has left behind but will welcome them with open arms. .
Service will be held at a later date to be announced. Memorial contributions in her memory may be directed to Calvary Memorial Church. .
ARRANGEMENTS BY SHORELINE MEMORIAL SERVICES - MUSKEGON - (231)-722-5050
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