Claudette Elizabeth Valtman (Hofferbert-Hood)

Age 80 of Lakewood, Colorado, formerly of Florida, Illinois, Tennessee, Texas, and Indiana, peacefully passed into the comfort of her Savior Jesus’ arms and the glory of The Saints Triumphant on September 13, 2026 after a long battle with various health ailments.

She was gifted with many talents including pottery, crocheting, crosstitching, quilt making, tailoring and sewing, baking and spoiling her grandchildren. Her greatest gift was her time with you, usually enjoying the outdoors. Hiking, camping, trips to Brookfield Zoo and going to the park were Claudette’s idea of fun and relaxing.

Claudette is survived by her son Robin Joshua Hood, 19 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, two brothers James (Diane) Hofferbert  and A. David (Diane) Hofferbert, multiple nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews.

She is proceeded in death by her first husband Jerry Hood and her second husband James J. Valtman, Sr., her parents Ernest and Margaret Hofferbert, her brother Richard Hofferbert, and several of James’ children.

Cremation rites were accorded, and private committal services are being held at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.

Family and friends are encouraged to log onto www.BaskervilleFuneral.com to sign the guest book, upload photographs and share Claudette’s memorial page online through social media.

Local arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Fruland & Baskerville Funeral Homes ad Crematory. (815/476-2181)