Anna J. Valentino (nee Mulero), 85, of Hammonton, NJ was born on July 26, 1940, in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. She later made her home in Hammonton, New Jersey.

Anna was one of sixteen children born to her beloved mother, Martina Mulero. She carried strength, resilience, and warmth of her Puerto Rican heritage throughout her life. She was married to the late Jesus Valentino, with whom she built a family rooted in love and faith.

Anna worked at Mrs. Paul's Frozen Food Company during the 1970's, contributing faithfully to her household and community. She was known for her strength, nurturing spirit, and unwavering dedication to raising and caring for her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be remembered for her incredibly delicious Puerto Rican dinners, lovingly prepared with the bold and comforting flavors of her homeland.

Anna is survived by her loving children, Elizabeth Valentino, Steven Valentino, Linda Jenkins Valentino and Robin Valentino; her cherished grandchildren, Richard Echevarria, Luis Vasquez, Tina Zoraida Fenwick, Edward Wayne Jenkins Jr., Samuel Andujar, David Andular and proud great grandmother of Lizette Echevarria, Eliana Echevarria, Elias Echevarria, Victoria Skye Jenkins, Anaya Raine Jenkins, Marisol Andujar, Dominick Fenwick, Jr., Micah Fenwick and Aaron Fenwick.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, March 16, 2026, 12:00 PM at the Carnesale Funeral Home, 202 S. Third Street, Hammonton, NJ where a viewing will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Burial will follow in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Hammonton.