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Helen Cleaver Obituary

Helen L. Cleaver Battle Creek Helen Louise Cleaver, 90, of Battle Creek, died December 1, 2010 at Battle Creek Health System. She was born December 31, 1919, the daughter of Eli and Anna (McMahon) Hoyt in Flint. Helen married O. James "Jim" Cleaver on August 12, 1940 who preceded her in death in 2000. She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Melges and Mary Kay (Donald) Smith, all of Battle Creek; sons, James I. Cleaver of Battle Creek and Robert B. Cleaver of Delton; seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Bettie Jean Carpenter. She was also preceded in death by her parents; three sisters; two brothers; and son-in-law, David L. Melges. Helen was a past member of the Women's League of Battle Creek. The family will receive friends from 10 until 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 4, 2010 at Shaw Funeral Home where a service will take place at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Robert Zuhl officiating. Interment will take place at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home. www.shawfuneralhome.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Dec. 3, 2010.

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December 3, 2010

Jim, am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was a wonderful lady. Darlene & I will be thinking of you and keep you in our prayers. Herb Bush

December 3, 2010

We know that she must have been an Amazing Lady because she has Amazing Daughters. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Whole family.

Prayers and Thoughts are with you.

Tom and Sue Rose

December 3, 2010

Helen was such a sweet lady. She lived at Heritage when my parents were there and I loved to talk to her. Her personality was so cute. She will be missed.
Sandy Maynard (Floyd and Ellajean Cleveland's daughter)

Dave & Sue Eddy

December 3, 2010

The passing of Helen revives many, many great memories of times spent with Jim and Helen and the family. As our family was growing up we spent some wonderful times together. Many times we all enjoyed Helen's delicious spaghetti and meatballs and my father's special buckwheat pancakes. And I treasure my many years working with Jim at WBCK. The entire family is very special to us and our sympathy is extended to you all.

Linda Brizendine

December 3, 2010

My heart goes out to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and give you strength at this time.

marlene burhans

December 3, 2010

Our sympathy to all the family. We will be thinking of you. All our love, Marlene and Greg Burhans

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