William (Bill) Valena died peacefully in Petaluma on Sunday, March 23, 2025. He was born in Santa Rosa to Victor and Nellie Valena of Bodega Bay on October 22, 1937.
He was a simple man who cherished life’s true treasures: his family, friendships, and the value of honest, hard work. He found joy in the connections he nurtured and took pride in his dedication to his work – whether as a dairyman, rancher, farmer, mechanic, welder, fisherman, or logger.
His genuine spirit and unwavering integrity left a lasting impression on everyone he met, and his legacy of humility, kindness, and hard work will live on through his family.
From an early age, he found joy in hunting and fishing, a passion he carried throughout his life and lovingly passed down to his children and grandchildren, ensuring that his love for the outdoors lives on through them.
He is survived by his loving sister, Bernice Strickland (Terry) of Palo Cedro; and his children William Valena, Jr., (Kimberley) of Alturas, Celestine Valena of Petaluma, Renee Haroutunian (Wayne) of Clearwater, Florida, Victor Valena of Shingletown, and Katlin Valena of Clearwater, Florida.
His second wife, Sharon Valena of Willows, brought him his youngest daughter, Katlin, along with three bonus children whom he lovingly called his own: Tony Douglas of Willows, Donnie Douglas of Clearwater, Florida, and Alisha Douglas of Elk Creek.
As a cherished grandfather, lovingly known as Nono, he is also survived by his grandchildren Wyatt Valena (Hannah), Justin Valena (Hattie), Hailey Martinez (Jeffrey), Jack Haroutunian, and Remi Silva. His great-grandchildren, Audrey, Maverick, Calvin, Tate, Paislee, Kade, Colson, and Haven, will carry forward the warmth and wisdom he shared.
He was also deeply loved by several cousins, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Nancy. Together, he and Nancy made homes in Cloverdale, Petaluma, and Willows, where they raised their four children on two separate dairy farms.
His memory will be treasured by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
To honor Bill, his family asks that you raise a glass of Korbel brandy and share a story in his memory.
Funeral services are planned for 11 a.m. on Friday, April 25, at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church in Bodega, Father John Plass officiating. A celebration of his life is to follow at the Casino Bar and Grill in Bodega, where attendees are encouraged to bring stories to share.
The Glenn County Observer 
Sentite condoglianze da tutta la famiglia Valena di Cino Italia.
Lucia Valena con Aldo Vallan i figli Paolo con Ines e Sonia con Stefano i nipoti Davide,Raffaella,Manuela,Sara e Alessandro
Giuliana Valena con Edoardo Barri i figli Giovanni con Gabriella e Dolores i nipoti Gioele,
Carlo Raffaele Valena con Ivana Pedranzini i figli Marcello con Cristina, Isabella con Michele e Loretta con Giorgio i nipoti Emanuele e Giulia
Daniela Valena con Luca Sbardella i figli Mattia e Niccolò
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