Carmen Ann Valentine

Carmen Ann Valentine ’90 of Anderson, Indiana, passed away December 28, 2020. She was born November 27, 1966, in Indianapolis to Joseph Ray and Carol Ann (Himmelrick) McDonald. Her mother recently preceded her in death.

She was a graduate of Hamilton Heights High School in 1985. She then enrolled in Anderson University in 1985 and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in communications in 1990. Carmen was a good student and usually achieved honor roll status. During her high school years she enjoyed marching with the Hamilton Heights Band and Flag Corps.

Carmen was blessed with an artistic eye and had a gift for creating unique objects as a hobby. She also enjoyed decorating her home and working in her yard. Another big part of her life was her love of all types of music. During her college years she was a singer in the Anderson University Choral Group, and in the following years she sang in church choirs.

She is survived by her husband, Doyle Valentine; her father, Joseph McDonald; sister, Catherine Cucuz; and a brother, Michael McDonald. Carmen will always be remembered with love by her husband and her family. They are comforted since she is no longer suffering and is at home with her Heavenly Father.