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HAROLD T. CLEAVER Harold T. Cleaver, 79, of Stuart, died January 29, 201 4 at Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart.
He was born in Andrews, Indiana, and had been a resident of Stuart for 33 years, having moved here from Berlin, Germany. He was a graduate of Purdue University. Harold was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, in which he was a Strategic Air Command Pilot for 7 years. Upon leaving the Air Force, he became a pilot for Pan American Airways. Later he joined and retired from Delta Air Lines. Harold was a member of the Yacht & Country Club of Stuart and served as Golf Chairman, Commodore, and President of the Board of Governors. Harold dedicated his life to the love and security of his family. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Julia Ann Cleaver. He is predeceased by his oldest child Thomas Edward Cleaver. Survivors include daughters Jo Ellen Vork, Ann (Roy) Milke, Pamela Cleaver, all of the Phoenix area, and Patricia Cleaver of Palm Harbor, FL; 7 grandchildren, Israel and Melissa Sotelo, Nick Cleaver, Shelby Olson, Matthew, Brian and Andrew Milke; 2 great grandchildren, Londyn Cleaver and Sasha Sotelo. Harold is also survived by his twin brother Albert and his wife Phyllis. Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00AM, Saturday, February 8, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Stuart. Private inurnment will be at a later date in Forest Hills Memorial Park, Palm City. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Phi Beta Psi Sorority, 2991 SE San Jeronimo Road, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952.

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Published by TC Palm on Feb. 2, 2014.

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John Grady

March 24, 2014

Judy - A fellow pilot-a good friend and a good neighbor in Berlin and Stuart. We will miss him ! John& Betty Grady

John & Noelle Adkins

February 9, 2014

Judy, we have fond memories of the early months in Berlin and your friendship there. You made the transition easier for us.
John & Noelle Adkins

Floyd & Bonnie Fearnow

February 6, 2014

We remember Harold from so many years ago.
Our heart goes out to Judy and his family.

Les & Pat Bartlett

February 3, 2014

An Air Force comrad, not forgotten.

Al and Britt Charlevois

February 2, 2014

Dear Judy and Family,
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. Hal was one of the good guys -- a true gentleman. You have our deepest sympathy.

Vern Wood

February 2, 2014

Always a gentleman and an inspiration.

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