Mildred Valentin of Newark, New Jersey, passed away on February 7, 2025, at the age of 71. She was born on October 20, 1953 in Aguada, Puerto Rico, to Carlos Cruz and Rosario Valentin.

In 2006, Mildred married the love of her life, Juan Mendoza, she will be dearly missed by her four children: Luis, Angel, Anthony, and Richard. She was also a proud grandmother to five grandchildren that will continue her legacy!

Mildred was known for her infectious laugh, her love of cooking for her family, and her unwavering devotion to those she cared about. She could always be found with a smile on her face and a kind word for everyone she met.

Her passing from heart failure has left a void in the hearts of all who knew and loved her, but her memory will live on in the countless lives she touched.