John Cleveland

I am so sorry for your loss. John made this world a better place and I'm so glad I knew him. We served on the board of New Beginnings together.

Artie Ann,
Mat and I are so saddened and sorry for what has happened. I wish we had known sooner so we could've attended the funeral. Please hang in there and be stong. Call on us if ever you need us.

I served with John on the board of New Beginnings of SW Virginia, a long-term residential treatment center for persons with addiction to alcohol and other drugs. John cared aabout people and worked hard to make recovery possible. I send my condolences to his family and all those who knew, loved, and respected him.

Artie ann ,i am sorry for your loss,sorry i couldnt come to the funeral but i was in richmond, prayers are with u and davy,i was thinking of u ,god bless

Dear Artie and David, you may not remember us but we were the couple on the farm that Dale Swan brought you to see one evening during your visit to Tatamagouche long ago.We were both deeply sorry to learn of John's death from Dale. Deepest sympathy and prayers are sent to you. LeRoy my husband remembers what a good talk he enjoyed with him regarding farming and other mutual interests. I will be in touch again with you Artie, my prayers are with you . Ellen and Leroy Millard

Sept. 28
I just learned an hour ago the sad news about John. All the tributes I have found online speak volumes about John's character and his deep caring for the environment and his passion for the land.
I met John when he and Artie Ann and David visited Tatamagouche to
learn more abut Anna Swan , wife of Capt. Bates. I was impressed by
his friendliness , his interest in farming and rural life . I cherish the picture I took of the three of you at the Balmoral Grist Mill...

artie ann I am so sorry for your lost. I wasn't able to come to the funeral,but my thoughts and prayer's were with you. and Eunice was sick,she couldn't hardly talk. but I want you to know if theres anything we can do for you just let us know. we love you,your just like a sister to all of us in the Walters family. so take care and remember were here for you always. love wilma walters wells

Although I didn't know John that well, I remember the peace he conveyed at the Bates' Family Reunion. He always at a sincere smile and kind word.

I met John about fifteen years ago when he was leading the Youth Leadership and Environment Club. Myself along with two friends were picked to be in the club that year. It was such a special honor. John taught us and showed us things about our world that otherwise we would have never known of. My favorite memory is when he took us to the bat caves at Natural Bridge and dared me to kiss a baby bat. I did it! I will never forget him. My condolences to his family. I truly believe that if...