LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Valentino “Tino” Jack was born Feb. 14, 1950, to Annie and Hudson Jack.

On Aug. 24, 2016 his spirit traveled home to be with the Ancestors.

Known as “Tino” by his many friends and family members, he was a lifelong resident of Lake County and a Tribal Elder of the Big Valley Rancheria.

Tino was the former chairman/vice-chairman of the Big Valley Rancheria and served his people in a leadership capacity for more than 25 years.

He was known for his candidness, tenacity and honesty, as well as, his playful sense of humor. He served his people well, yet still remained humble and giving.

Tino is survived by his wife, Marlene; and his eight children, Charles, Carla, Valerie, Selena, Marcellina, Kelly, Philip and Jeremiah. He also is survived by his sister, Leota, and brother, David, and several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews … too many to name.

Tino will be missed by many and the magnitude of his character not easily forgotten … may your spirit journey home in peace.

Services have been held. Interment took place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Lakeport.

For further information please contact Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary at 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611 or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .