Hudson - October 21, 1951 - March 23, 2019It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Valerie Ruth Hudson.At the age of 67 surrounded by her family, Valerie returned to her Lord and Saviour after battling a courageous fight with cancer.Valerie was predeceased by her soulmate Rick Walker and her treasured cats Alex and Walker.Loving daughter of David "Stan" (predeceased) and Ruby (Kinney) Perry. Valerie was born on October 21st in Port Maitland, Yarmouth County, Nova Scotia.Beloved mother of Deanna (Blair) and Liz (Dean).Cherished grandmother of Brandon, Ashley and Ericka and great grandmother of Grant, Robert, Harmony, Destiny, Nevaeh, Kaiyah and Chance.Valerie will be deaply missed by her family including her brothers David Perry (Nanisa), Stephen Perry (Kim), Wendell Perry (Lynn), her sister Marlene Millington (David), her stepmother Geraldine (Smith) Perry, as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.Valerie's family wish to extend their gratitude to the caring and compassionate team of professionals on floor G5 at Lakeridge Health, with a special thank you to Dr. McAllister, Amy Archer and Ethel who made it possible to bring Valerie home to pass.Visitation will take place on Saturday March 30th 2019 at 2pm until time of service at 3 pm, in the Chapel at THORNTON FUNERAL CENTRE 1200 Thornton Rd N. Oshawa, 905 579 6787. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Durham Region.