Valerie A. Clingensmith, 56, of Clarence Ave passed away the evening of September 25, 2014 at her residence. Born on May 19, 1958 in New Castle, she is the daughter of John Peluso and Allene St. John Blaney, both of New Castle. Surviving her at home is her beloved husband of 35 years, James R. Clingensmith, whom she married on October 21, 1978. Very active in her church, Valerie worked as a secretary and custodian for New Covenant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. She also went on various youth mission trips and taught midweek youth group for many years. Valerie enjoyed crafts, crocheting, cooking, and gardening. In addition to her parents and husband, Valerie is survived by her daughter, Ashley L. Crum and husband Justin of New Castle; brothers, John “Marty” Peluso and wife Jodi, Vincent Peluso and wife Janet, and Lawrence Peluso and wife Brenda, all of New Castle; mother-in-law, Florence A. Clingensmith of New Castle; and grandchildren, Brady Crum, Alleia Crum, and Macey Crum. She is preceded in death by her daughter, Allena Clingensmith, and sister, Jonnie Lynn Peluso. Visitation will take place Tuesday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Ed and Don DeCarbo Funeral Home and Crematory 941 S Mill St. Services will be held Wednesday at 11:00am at the funeral home, officiated by her brother-in-law, Rev. Dr. Robert Simmons, and Rev. Chris Curtis of New Covenant Evangelical Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made in Valerie’s honor to Allena Clingensmith Scholarship Fund, c/o First Merit Bank — Shenango Township 2600 Ellwood Rd, New Castle, PA 16101.
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Valerie Clingensmith
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