Yvonne Belk, age 59, of Newark, DE, passed away Tuesday, December 16, 2025 in Bryn Mawr, PA. On March 7, 1966, she was born in New York, NY to the late Francisco Valentin, Sr. and Luz Maria Torres (Quiles).
Yvonne passed away leaving behind a legacy of strength, devotion, and fierce love for her family. She was the heart that held everyone together and the voice that never hesitated to stand up for those she loved.
Yvonne cherished her daughter, Ashley, with boundless love and pride. EVERYONE knew how Yvonne loved her Justin, even when he pissed her off. She was a protector to her brothers, a steady presence in times of need, and the glue that kept her family close through life’s challenges. She fought tirelessly for the people she loved, always putting others before herself.
She had a deep love for Christmas, a season that reflected who she was—warm, generous, and full of meaning. Her strength, selflessness, and determination defined her, and while she could be stubborn at times, it was always rooted in love and loyalty.
Yvonne will be remembered as a woman of unwavering courage and a heart that gave endlessly. Her love lives on in the family she protected, the daughter she adored, the husband she loved, and the many lives she touched.
Yvonne is survived by her loving husband, Justin Belk; daughter, Ashley Belk; mother, Luz Turres; siblings: Francisco Valentin, Jr., and Edwin Valentin; cousins: Casandra Stewart, Godson, Gio, Alison Abreu, Angelica Riviera, and Jetziel Diaz; uncle, George Ramirez and a host of family members and friends.
Services for Yvonne will be held privately.