William R. "Bill" Van Cleave

William R. Van Cleave was a great professor. He spoke with real world experience, not academic theory. He stood out as a man of accomplishment. His class was demanding and enlightening. I am grateful for the opportunity to have been a student of his. Rest in Peace, Professor Van Cleave and thank-you for your service to our nation and to education.

I had the pleasure of serving as Dr. Van Cleave's intern at USC when I was a student at Palisades High School in 1981 - 82. We stayed in touch and got together several times when I was at Georgetown University. Alas, we drifted. But he always had time for me, introduced me to many interesting and important people, and exchanged ideas on a wide variety of international and strategic matters. I was honored to have fought with him at the end of the Cold War -- a war he helped win, peacefully....

A true pioneer, leader, professor. Fight on!

A wonderful Uncle.

Bill Van Cleave was a friend of mine back when he was in Springfield. He was one of the few conservative professors at an otherwise liberal Missouri State University (Southwest Missouri State University). May God bless you in this time of personal need.

Bill started as a customer of mine in the automotive service business then became the dearest of friends. Bill I treasure the arguments over raiders/chiefs and usc/Illinois. FITE-ON Bill.

A friend and classmate of Bill at Chilicothe High School.