Jose “Pepe” Valenzuela embarked on his final voyage Wednesday, October 16, 2019 after spending many decades of his life at sea as a Merchant Marine. Despite his failing health, he remained strong and in good spirits and passed peacefully during his sleep, at home with his dog at his side. He is survived by his daughter, Lidia Pollard and his niece, Renée Parks. A graveside service will be held at the Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70001 at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 21, 2019.
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