June Ella Van Cleave
1928 - 2014
June Ella Van Cleave
1928 - 2014
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BORN
1928
DIED
2014
June Van Cleave Obituary
June graduated from the University of Texas at El Paso with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She was a fifth grade teacher for 23 years in the El Paso school system. June received Teacher of the Year Award. She was a member of Ysleta Woman's Club, Order of the Eastern Star, Docente at the El Paso Museum of Fine Art, a member of Square Dancers of El Paso and Airstream Trailer Club.
June and her husband moved to San Angelo in 1989 where she was a member of Johnson St. Church of Christ, a volunteer for Shannon Auxillary for over 20 years, a volunteer at Rust Street Ministries, Docente at Old Fort Concho, and a volunteer for Meals for the Elderly.
Some of June's favorite past times were kissing and hugging her grandchildren, feeding the birds, sewing, holiday decorating, cooking, and storytelling. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Honorary Pallbearers for the service will be Jeremy Clark, Paul McClendon, Robert McKinney, Hanson McKinney, Colton McKinney, and Bob Bradley. The family will receive friends from 4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. Sunday, December 7, 2014 at Johnson's Funeral Home. The Memorial Service will be 10:30 AM, Monday, December 8, 2014 at Johnson St. Church of Christ with Tommy King officiating. The burial will be 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, December 10, 2014 at Fort Bliss National Cemetery in El Paso, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rust Street Ministries or Hospice of San Angelo.
Family and friends may sign the online register book at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Margaret Sheehean
July 6, 2018
Mrs Van Cleave was one of my all time favorite teachers. She was always so kind to me at Edgemere Elementary school when I was in her 4th grade class. I remember how she would talk to me like an adult. She would get me to open up about things that were happening in my life. I still remember the day I saw her when I was in high school. She remembered so much about my life. She always showed kindness and demonstrated how much she cared for her students. She has popped into my thoughts many many times over the years. I am 56 years old and still remember how great my 4th grade was because of Mrs Van Cleave.
Charlie Lambeth
June 4, 2015
Mrs Van Cleeve was a favorite teacher of mine at Edgemere Elementary in El Paso, TX, She made every day an adventure and I learned way more than what was in the textbooks. I am 50 years old and there is not a that does go by that I don't thing about some impact she had on me. I can honestly say she was was one of the biggest impact o my life. It wasn't all wine and roses but we earned each others respect throughout the year, i'd give anything to give her a big hug and hearty thank you.
Randy Huggins
December 9, 2014
Dear Van Cleave family......my sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mother. Coming to your house on Daugherty Rd. and bantering back and forth with your Mom was always a fun time for me. I loved when she called me "Wutsu Buff". Mike sent me a picture of him, Mr. VC, Marcia, and Marilyn. She left behind a pretty good looking bunch. Prayers to your family.
December 9, 2014
I only met your mother once, but that was enough to know what a vivacious person she had been. It was a pleasure to meet her daughters at Baptist Memorials where we sang that day. God bless you and ease your hearts. Trudy Darling, pianist
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Mike Williams
December 8, 2014
Was very sorry to learn of the loss for the Van Cleave family. My friendship with June began years ago at Shannon Hospital, when we both realized that we shared something unique. Bellerose, N.Y. was hometown for both of us. It was always a pleasure to see June when travelling the halls at Shannon Hospital. June's wit and warm smile will surely be missed.
Travis Curllar
December 8, 2014
Our Sr. Fitness class will not be the same without our dear June. I will miss our little dance :(. Praying for you Bruce and family!! -Trav the Trainer
Frank Sanders
December 7, 2014
Bruce, I am so sorry to hear of you loss my prayers and sympathy are with you.
Terry Nolan
December 6, 2014
My condolences to the Van Cleave family. I graduated with Marilyn from Eastwood, but I have fond memories of her mother from Eastpoint.
Janis Potter
December 6, 2014
I am so sorry to hear this. I was very blessed to have known her even if just for a short time. I loved it when she did her various NY accents! She was so full of life! I would never guess her to be 86! I am just so sorry that she has left us, but she is HOME at last! Know that I would be there, but we have moved to Virginia.
Lynn Duncan
December 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I worked at AEC as an aide. It was a pleasure to know June. No matter how many times she told me, the story (in her Spanish Slang voice ??) about the "little mexican boy", it always made me smile!!!! Blessed to know her.. RIP June
Kay & Wilfred Krenek
December 4, 2014
Sending our condolences to the Van Cleave Family during this difficult time. June will be missed by many. Really enjoyed all of the old photos in the gallery. What a lovely tribute to a life well lived.
December 4, 2014
June, I will always remember you telling cute stories about your days as a school teacher. I know you were one of the best. I'll always remember the good times Eddie and I had with you and Bruce. I'll never forget you! Dymp Gray
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