Paula Gayle Valentine

Graveside services for Paula Gayle Valentine, 67, of Big Sandy, will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at Rosewood Cemetery with Brother Randy Stracener officiating. A time of visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM prior to the service on Tuesday, at Grubbs-Loyd Funeral Home in Gilmer. Mrs. Valentine passed away on Friday, December 11, 2020, in Tyler.
Paula was born February 26, 1953, in Dallas, Texas to Billy L. and Letha P. Stephenson. She worked for many years as a CNA, and in insurance until her retirement. Paula enjoyed her flowers and plants at home and spending time with her husband and family.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas Valentine; sons, Gary Paul Ricks, William Clyde Middleton, Jr.; daughters, Misty Jewel Middleton, Crystal Amber Smith; nine grandchildren; four great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.