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Burton Lee Kleeves

Rockford, Michigan

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Kleeves, Burton Lee Mr. Burton "Burt" Lee Kleeves of Rockford, Michigan, age 90, passed away on the evening of Tuesday, December 29, 2015, in the comfort of his home, and rests now, with his Lord and Savior. Burt was born to Raymond and Theresa (Kieft) Kleeveson on October 31, 1925, in Muskegon,...

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Dear Pammi, Brett and Mrs Kleeves,
I just became aware of Mr Kleeves passing and wanted to send my condolences since I was unaware of his passing. I was very young and impressionable when you permitted a newly moved, uprooted and lonely kid into your lives. I want to thank you for that, as it was a scary and tough time for me. I never got to know Mr Kleeves all that well, but I remember him as a strong, quiet and incredibly handsome man who I was glad was a policeman because that was...

My deepest sympathy to the Kleeves family. Lieutenant Kleeves was in charge of the training office when I joined the Grand Rapids Police Department. He was very helpful and very encouraging to me and my classmates. He signed me up for veteran benefits that I did not know I was entitled to. I will forever be grateful for his help, his encouragement and his friendship. Rest in peace Lieutenant Kleeves.

Dear Mrs Kleeves

I am Karen Vicarie Hamelink; daughter of Vince. I will inform him of his friends' passing today. So sorry to hear of your loss, Please accept my and my father's sympathies. Suncerely, Karen

Dear Mrs. Kleeves, Pam, Brett, and families,
My heart is breaking for you in the loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. My father worked with Mr. Kleeves, at the Grand Rapids Police Department, the Kleeves were good friends of my parents: Walt and Kay Gilbert.
I have a picture of Mr. Kleeves at our wedding, and I would be happy to send a copy if you can give contact information to me.
Love,
Linda (Gilbert)...