Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Contributor: Gravefinder (50088029)∼Valerie Tieman was last seen Aug. 30 at Wal-Mart in Skowhegan, McCausland said earlier this month. She was reported missing on Sept. 9 to Fairfield police by her parents, who live out of state.
In Maine on September 9, 2016, Valerie Tiemen’s parents reported their daughter missing, after they had not heard from her in a month. Her remains were found eleven days later at a property owned by her husband’s parents.
On discovery of her corpse in a shallow grave, Tieman again changed his story, telling detectives that she’d died of an overdose and that he had buried her in the backyard.
In Valerie’s grave, police discovered a Mason jar containing flower stems, Luc’s wedding band, and a handwritten note on an index card.
The note read: “To my one and only Joy-Joy. Flower. Forever. I love you, Valerie Joy T. I’ll love you forever. Rest in peace. My heart in Jesus.” The note was signed with an apparent reference to Luc’s nickname.
Bizarrely, the grave also contained a bag of potato chips and a bottle of men’s cologne called Guilty.
An autopsy revealed that Valerie had died on August 25, 2016, from gunshot wounds on her head and neck.
The loss is real. Two brothers are without their sister. Parents carry on without their only daughter.
Sarajean Harmon said she found a prayer that her daughter had written about six months prior to her death.
"Thank you precious savior for your love," part of the prayer reads. "We trust you and seek you in all of your ways."
Allen Harmon said Sarajean brought up a Bible verse on the night Valerie Tieman was reported missing. She said Psalm 97:10 had been on her mind for some time.
"Ye that love the Lord, hate evil. He preserveth the souls of his saints," Allen Harmon read the passage, holding back tears. "He delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked."
He said that night of her being reported missing they felt that God had already "taken her home."
The revelation came full circle during Luc Tieman's sentencing, Allen Harmon said. The judge read the same verse on their final day in court.
"The prosecuting attorney said they've never had a judge read a verse before," Allen Harmon said. "To have that and be able to go out on that, it was priceless."
Timeline
Dec. 31, 1981 — Valerie Joy Harmon was born.
June 6, 2014 — Valerie married Luc Tieman.
Aug. 18, 2016 — Mother Sarajean Harmon had her last contact with Valerie by text message.
Aug. 25, 2016 — Valerie was shot and killed.
Sept. 9, 2016 — A missing person report was filed with local law enforcement.
Sept. 13, 2016 — Maine State Police began an investigation into Valerie Tieman's disappearance.
Sept. 20, 2016 — Valerie Tieman's body was found buried and wrapped in a blanket inside a shallow grave.
Sept. 21, 2016 — Luc Tieman was arrested and charged with murder.
April 2, 2018 — Opening statements began in Somerset County Superior Court in Skowhegan, Maine, beginning a five-day trial.
May 11, 2018 — Luc Tieman was sentenced to 55 years in prison
Obit.
Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Westville Funeral Home.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Contributor: Gravefinder (50088029)∼Valerie Tieman was last seen Aug. 30 at Wal-Mart in Skowhegan, McCausland said earlier this month. She was reported missing on Sept. 9 to Fairfield police by her parents, who live out of state.
In Maine on September 9, 2016, Valerie Tiemen’s parents reported their daughter missing, after they had not heard from her in a month. Her remains were found eleven days later at a property owned by her husband’s parents.
On discovery of her corpse in a shallow grave, Tieman again changed his story, telling detectives that she’d died of an overdose and that he had buried her in the backyard.
In Valerie’s grave, police discovered a Mason jar containing flower stems, Luc’s wedding band, and a handwritten note on an index card.
The note read: “To my one and only Joy-Joy. Flower. Forever. I love you, Valerie Joy T. I’ll love you forever. Rest in peace. My heart in Jesus.” The note was signed with an apparent reference to Luc’s nickname.
Bizarrely, the grave also contained a bag of potato chips and a bottle of men’s cologne called Guilty.
An autopsy revealed that Valerie had died on August 25, 2016, from gunshot wounds on her head and neck.
The loss is real. Two brothers are without their sister. Parents carry on without their only daughter.
Sarajean Harmon said she found a prayer that her daughter had written about six months prior to her death.
"Thank you precious savior for your love," part of the prayer reads. "We trust you and seek you in all of your ways."
Allen Harmon said Sarajean brought up a Bible verse on the night Valerie Tieman was reported missing. She said Psalm 97:10 had been on her mind for some time.
"Ye that love the Lord, hate evil. He preserveth the souls of his saints," Allen Harmon read the passage, holding back tears. "He delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked."
He said that night of her being reported missing they felt that God had already "taken her home."
The revelation came full circle during Luc Tieman's sentencing, Allen Harmon said. The judge read the same verse on their final day in court.
"The prosecuting attorney said they've never had a judge read a verse before," Allen Harmon said. "To have that and be able to go out on that, it was priceless."
Timeline
Dec. 31, 1981 — Valerie Joy Harmon was born.
June 6, 2014 — Valerie married Luc Tieman.
Aug. 18, 2016 — Mother Sarajean Harmon had her last contact with Valerie by text message.
Aug. 25, 2016 — Valerie was shot and killed.
Sept. 9, 2016 — A missing person report was filed with local law enforcement.
Sept. 13, 2016 — Maine State Police began an investigation into Valerie Tieman's disappearance.
Sept. 20, 2016 — Valerie Tieman's body was found buried and wrapped in a blanket inside a shallow grave.
Sept. 21, 2016 — Luc Tieman was arrested and charged with murder.
April 2, 2018 — Opening statements began in Somerset County Superior Court in Skowhegan, Maine, beginning a five-day trial.
May 11, 2018 — Luc Tieman was sentenced to 55 years in prison
Obit.
Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Westville Funeral Home.
Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Contributor: Gravefinder (50088029)∼Valerie Tieman was last seen Aug. 30 at Wal-Mart in Skowhegan, McCausland said earlier this month. She was reported missing on Sept. 9 to Fairfield police by her parents, who live out of state.
In Maine on September 9, 2016, Valerie Tiemen’s parents reported their daughter missing, after they had not heard from her in a month. Her remains were found eleven days later at a property owned by her husband’s parents.
On discovery of her corpse in a shallow grave, Tieman again changed his story, telling detectives that she’d died of an overdose and that he had buried her in the backyard.
In Valerie’s grave, police discovered a Mason jar containing flower stems, Luc’s wedding band, and a handwritten note on an index card.
The note read: “To my one and only Joy-Joy. Flower. Forever. I love you, Valerie Joy T. I’ll love you forever. Rest in peace. My heart in Jesus.” The note was signed with an apparent reference to Luc’s nickname.
Bizarrely, the grave also contained a bag of potato chips and a bottle of men’s cologne called Guilty.
An autopsy revealed that Valerie had died on August 25, 2016, from gunshot wounds on her head and neck.
The loss is real. Two brothers are without their sister. Parents carry on without their only daughter.
Sarajean Harmon said she found a prayer that her daughter had written about six months prior to her death.
"Thank you precious savior for your love," part of the prayer reads. "We trust you and seek you in all of your ways."
Allen Harmon said Sarajean brought up a Bible verse on the night Valerie Tieman was reported missing. She said Psalm 97:10 had been on her mind for some time.
"Ye that love the Lord, hate evil. He preserveth the souls of his saints," Allen Harmon read the passage, holding back tears. "He delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked."
He said that night of her being reported missing they felt that God had already "taken her home."
The revelation came full circle during Luc Tieman's sentencing, Allen Harmon said. The judge read the same verse on their final day in court.
"The prosecuting attorney said they've never had a judge read a verse before," Allen Harmon said. "To have that and be able to go out on that, it was priceless."
Timeline
Dec. 31, 1981 — Valerie Joy Harmon was born.
June 6, 2014 — Valerie married Luc Tieman.
Aug. 18, 2016 — Mother Sarajean Harmon had her last contact with Valerie by text message.
Aug. 25, 2016 — Valerie was shot and killed.
Sept. 9, 2016 — A missing person report was filed with local law enforcement.
Sept. 13, 2016 — Maine State Police began an investigation into Valerie Tieman's disappearance.
Sept. 20, 2016 — Valerie Tieman's body was found buried and wrapped in a blanket inside a shallow grave.
Sept. 21, 2016 — Luc Tieman was arrested and charged with murder.
April 2, 2018 — Opening statements began in Somerset County Superior Court in Skowhegan, Maine, beginning a five-day trial.
May 11, 2018 — Luc Tieman was sentenced to 55 years in prison
Obit.
Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Westville Funeral Home.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Contributor: Gravefinder (50088029)∼Valerie Tieman was last seen Aug. 30 at Wal-Mart in Skowhegan, McCausland said earlier this month. She was reported missing on Sept. 9 to Fairfield police by her parents, who live out of state.
In Maine on September 9, 2016, Valerie Tiemen’s parents reported their daughter missing, after they had not heard from her in a month. Her remains were found eleven days later at a property owned by her husband’s parents.
On discovery of her corpse in a shallow grave, Tieman again changed his story, telling detectives that she’d died of an overdose and that he had buried her in the backyard.
In Valerie’s grave, police discovered a Mason jar containing flower stems, Luc’s wedding band, and a handwritten note on an index card.
The note read: “To my one and only Joy-Joy. Flower. Forever. I love you, Valerie Joy T. I’ll love you forever. Rest in peace. My heart in Jesus.” The note was signed with an apparent reference to Luc’s nickname.
Bizarrely, the grave also contained a bag of potato chips and a bottle of men’s cologne called Guilty.
An autopsy revealed that Valerie had died on August 25, 2016, from gunshot wounds on her head and neck.
The loss is real. Two brothers are without their sister. Parents carry on without their only daughter.
Sarajean Harmon said she found a prayer that her daughter had written about six months prior to her death.
"Thank you precious savior for your love," part of the prayer reads. "We trust you and seek you in all of your ways."
Allen Harmon said Sarajean brought up a Bible verse on the night Valerie Tieman was reported missing. She said Psalm 97:10 had been on her mind for some time.
"Ye that love the Lord, hate evil. He preserveth the souls of his saints," Allen Harmon read the passage, holding back tears. "He delivereth them out of the hand of the wicked."
He said that night of her being reported missing they felt that God had already "taken her home."
The revelation came full circle during Luc Tieman's sentencing, Allen Harmon said. The judge read the same verse on their final day in court.
"The prosecuting attorney said they've never had a judge read a verse before," Allen Harmon said. "To have that and be able to go out on that, it was priceless."
Timeline
Dec. 31, 1981 — Valerie Joy Harmon was born.
June 6, 2014 — Valerie married Luc Tieman.
Aug. 18, 2016 — Mother Sarajean Harmon had her last contact with Valerie by text message.
Aug. 25, 2016 — Valerie was shot and killed.
Sept. 9, 2016 — A missing person report was filed with local law enforcement.
Sept. 13, 2016 — Maine State Police began an investigation into Valerie Tieman's disappearance.
Sept. 20, 2016 — Valerie Tieman's body was found buried and wrapped in a blanket inside a shallow grave.
Sept. 21, 2016 — Luc Tieman was arrested and charged with murder.
April 2, 2018 — Opening statements began in Somerset County Superior Court in Skowhegan, Maine, beginning a five-day trial.
May 11, 2018 — Luc Tieman was sentenced to 55 years in prison
Obit.
Valerie Joy Harmon was born in Salem, Virginia on December 31, 1981 and was the daughter of Sarajean Sampson Harmon and Gene Allen Harmon. She died August 24, 2016 in Fairfield, Maine. Valerie grew up in Greenville, South Carolina and graduated from Hampton Park Christian School in 2000. She completed her Cosmetology Degree at Bob Jones University.
Valerie attended Faith Evangelical Free Church in Waterville, Maine. She was known for her warm friendly smile and outgoing personality. She lived a passionate and compassionate life. She made friends quickly. One of her pleasures, after getting to know someone was to share her love of her Savior, Jesus Christ. She enjoyed teaching children and ladies in church settings.
Valerie was known for her love of drama and speech. She enjoyed music and played the piano and flute. She used cosmetology skills in salons, spas, and pageants. She supported others by helping them do and look their best.
Valerie is survived by her parents, her older brother, Darrel Harmon, his wife, Libby, of Greenville, South Carolina and their children; Sasha (10), Drake (8), Finn (3), and Jack (1), her younger brother, Greg Harmon, his wife, Riva, and their daughter, Rose (2).
The family will receive friends at Faith Baptist Church of Taylors, South Carolina, Saturday, October 1, from 10:00 am -12:00 pm followed by the Memorial Service at 12:00 pm.
Interment will be private at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Westville Funeral Home.
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