Valley-Point Funeral Home

12/23/2025

TIME IS PRECIOUS!
"⏳ Don't hit snooze on life ⏳ Time is ticking and opportunities are passing by. It's time to seize the day and make every moment count. Are you ready to take charge of your life?" 🕰️🌟

12/23/2025

Although we typically think of the grieving process starting after the loss of a loved one, it can also begin before someone has even passed away. Anticipatory grief is when we become aware that the death of a loved one is a likelihood. This kind of grief carries some of the same symptoms as regular grief -- sadness, anger, depression.

12/20/2025

This holiday season might be particularly challenging if you’re mourning the loss of a loved one. Emotions are raw, and you might feel uncertain about how to navigate through them. Take a moment to reflect on the cherished memories – the laughter, the love, and the special times you shared. Light a candle in their honor, allow yourself to grieve, and find meaningful ways to celebrate their memory during this season of sorrow. For more information on grief support and services available this holiday season, visit us at https://www.valleypointfuneralhome.com/grief-resources.html

12/19/2025

12/17/2025

Ms. Sharon Rypkema, 84 of West Point, passed away Thursday, December 11th at her residence.

A celebration of life gathering will be held Saturday, January 10th, at 1:30 PM EST at Valley Point Funeral Home

The staff at Valley-Point Funeral Home & Cremation is honored to serve the Family of Ms. Sharon Rypkema.
https://www.rememberobits.com/obituaries/valley-point-funeral-home/sharon-rypkema-obituary

12/16/2025

Meet Our Entire Team On Our NEW Staff Page https://www.valleypointfuneralhome.com/staff.html

Joseph L. Dean, III
Owner | Licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer, & Cremationist

Born in Columbus, Georgia and reared in Chambers County Alabama, Joseph is the owner of Valley-Point Funeral Home and is a licensed Funeral Director, Embalmer, and Cremationist.

Joseph attended Lee-Scott Academy, Southern Union, Auburn University, and Jefferson State Mortuary School. Joseph is married to Kimberly Dean, An attorney in Opelika, Alabama, they have three sons ranging in age from 5 to 13 years. They live on the family farm in Chambers county that has been in their family since 1832.

Joseph also owns and operates Frederick-Dean Funeral Home and Crematory in Opelika Alabama which was founded in 1900 and has been serving the residents of East Alabama for 124 years.

Joseph believes it is necessary to treat every family with kindness, compassion, sincerity, and respect in order to walk with them step by step in this most difficult time.

Thank you for considering Valley-Point Funeral Home & Cremation as your funeral service or cremation provider. You are invited to visit our very large, clean, modern, smoke free facility.
https://www.valleypointfuneralhome.com/staff.html

12/16/2025

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12/16/2025

Mary Jane Phelps, 79, of Valley, Alabama, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center.

She was born on August 15, 1946, in Dadeville, Alabama, and spent her life caring deeply for the people and things she loved most.
https://www.rememberobits.com/obituaries/valley-point-funeral-home/mary-jane-phelps-obituary

12/15/2025

When we plan ahead for our healthcare wishes, we make life easier for those we love. A new National Institute on Aging study shows that people who received guidance about advance care planning were more likely to have their wishes documented — but it also reminded us that real comfort comes from honest, ongoing conversations.

Your plan is more than paperwork — it’s a reflection of your values.
👉 Talk with your loved ones about what matters most: comfort, dignity, and peace.

📖 Read the article here:
https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/advance-care-planning-intervention-improved-end-life-documentation-increased-potentially