Surrounded by her loving family, on September 26, 2014. Age 45. Of Paulsboro. Formerly of Gloucester City. Loving companion of 27 years to Lee C. Smoot. Cherished daughter of the late Thelma Ireland (nee Okeson). Beloved sister of Somers "Chris" Ireland, Jr., Debbie DeFilippis (Jerry), Robin Nelson (Bob), James Ireland and Linda Ireland (Greg). Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Valerie was a graduate of Gloucester high School class of 1987. At the request of family, funeral services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the National MS Society, Greater Delaware Valley: 30 South 17th Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Please write in memo of check: Valerie D. Ireland. Condolences and Memories may be shared at www.mccannhealey.com under the obituary of Valerie D. Ireland. Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries through: McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME: 851 Monmouth Street, Gloucester City. Ph: 856-456-1142