Valerie B.

Lafauci

At the age of 91, Valerie LaFauci passed away peacefully at Beverly Hospital on Thursday, July 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a period of declining health. A former longtime resident of Chelsea, she had resided in Danvers at the New England Home for the Deaf for the past five years.
Valerie was born and raised in Chelsea, one of four children of the late Vincent and Beatrice (Kowalski) Dalton. She received her education at the Horace Mann School for the Deaf in Boston, where she fostered a love for learning that would carry throughout her life.
In 1953, Valerie married Albert J. LaFauci, with whom she shared a deep bond for 61 years until his passing in 2014. Together, they nurtured a loving family, raising one daughter and two sons. Valerie was an unwavering source of strength and support for her loved ones, cherishing the role of devoted mother and grandmother.
Professionally, Valerie made her mark as a Data Processor for PartyLite at their Plymouth office, where she diligently commuted from her home in Chelsea for many years before retiring in 2006.
Valerie was also a dedicated member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Lawrence, where she found community and fellowship.
Throughout her life, she expressed her creativity through home crafts, delighting family and friends with her knitting and crocheting prowess. The numerous afghans, baby blankets, and sweaters she created are treasured mementos that will forever remain in the hearts of those she loved.
In addition to her parents and husband, Valerie was predeceased by her son John J. LaFauci and his husband John J. Dumas, as well as her siblings and their spouses Joan and Jim Arsenault and Barbara and Jim Updyke.
She is survived by her devoted daughter, Diana Ligocki of Chelsea, and her late husband Henry; her son, Albert V. LaFauci, and his wife Arlene of Ossipee, NH; and cherished grandchildren Henry Ligocki, Matthew and his wife Carrie, all of Chelsea, Albert LaFauci of Everett, Christina Zalaket and her husband James of Derry, NH, Anthony LaFauci of Medford, Cross Woodfield of East Boston, and Ryan LaFauci of Ossipee, NH. Her brother John Dalton and his wife Teresa of AZ. She was also a proud great-grandmother to Vivianna, and Isaac Ligocki, and Dominic Zalaket. Valerie is additionally survived by her lifelong friend Shirley Vigna and her family, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend calling hours and services for Valerie at the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea, on Thursday, July 31st, from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Valerie's name may be made to the New England Home for the Deaf, 154 Water St., Danvers, MA 01923, or by visiting their website at https://nehd.org/donate/

Valerie LaFauci will be remembered for her unwavering love, extraordinary craftsmanship, and ability to bring warmth and joy to all who were fortunate enough to know her. Her spirit will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, a testament to a life well-lived and deeply loved.