Valentin D. Meza

May 21, 1940 — May 12, 2025

Valentin D. Meza is the second of his sixth-generational Meza Legacy. Valentin was born on May 21, 1940, and passed away peacefully at his lifelong residence on May 12, 2025. Valentin and his only brother Guadalupe were born in Asherton, Texas and they are the children of Jesus and Francisca Meza. They moved to Moses Lake in 1957. He married Maria Angelita Briones in 1957 and raised their children and remained married for 59 years to Angelita until her passing in 2016. Valentin was an excellent provider to his family. He was a loyal member to the Laborers Local 348 for 56 years. He received numerous awards from his union. He worked on numerous projects throughout Washington state. He retired in 1989.