Anthony C. Valent

Anthony C. Valent, 96, of Carbondale, passed away at 8:25 A.M., Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at the SIH Memorial Hospital in Carbondale, IL.

Anthony had been a draftsman for St. Charles Kitchens in St. Charles, IL. He was of the Lutheran faith. Anthony had been a United States Army veteran of the Korean War and attained the rank of Sergeant. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed board games and playing cards. Anthony enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was born August 8, 1930 in Aurora, IL, the son of Tony and Ella (Greisman) Valent.

He married Diana Marie Defano on September 15, 1956 in Geneva, IL and she survives.

He is survived by his wife of Carbondale, four children - Sindy Woods of Oregon, Anthony C. Valent, Jr. and Mary P. of Ava, IL, Dr. Roberta Valent and Charles Harrison of Wheaton, IL, and Thomas Leo Valent and Renee of Burlington, WI, grandchildren - Dr. Christina Cieslicki and Bill of Cookeville, TN, Alissa Whiston and William of Wauconda, IL, Michael Valent of New Cumberland, PA, Charrise Viniarsky and Maxsym of Appleton, WI, and Mark Harrison and Lauren of Somers Point, NJ, six great grandchildren, and one sister - Maryann Mauge and Dean of Aurora, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one granddaughter - Rebecca Woods.

Per Anthony’s request, cremation rites were accorded.

Services will be held at a later date.

Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.