Juan L. Valdez, 90, passed away December 28, 2020 to join his beloved wife Eva in heaven.  He was the son of the late Jesus and Delores Valdez. He was affectionately called "pops".  He was a proud retired Army veteran and a two-time retiree and often thanked the Lord for taking care of him. Mr. Valdez is survived by his eight children Ralph (Kathy), Robert (Chuck), Anna Martinez (Chico) Rachel Siddons (Conrad), Grace Valdez, Rosa Leon (David), Steve (Alma) and Andre (Christina).  He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 8, 2021 from 8:00 am to 10:30 am at Brown Page Mortuary.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 am at Calvary Cemetery with Military Honors by the Fort Huachuca Honor Guard and the American Legion.