John Van Cleave's obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2023 in Winnetka, Illinois

John Van Cleave

February 1, 1929 - April 29, 2023 (94 years old)

Winnetka, Illinois

John Van Cleave's obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2023 in Winnetka, Illinois

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John Van Cleave

February 1, 1929 - April 29, 2023 (94 years old)

Winnetka, Illinois

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John Van Cleave Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Van Cleave (Winnetka, Illinois), born in Evanston, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 94, on April 29, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Van Cleave to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Wallace Cleave and Katherine Van Cleave; his wives, Caroline Van Cleave (Beals) and Kay Van Cleave (Rawlins); and his brothers, Wallace Jr. and Peter.

He is survived by : his children, Robert Van Cleave (Barbara) of Cheyenne, WY, Terry Kelley (Jim) of Renton, WA, Brian Van Cleave (Patti) of Winnetka Il and Jim Van Cleave (Lynn) of Northbrook, IL.. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

They served together on the board of the Chicago Alzheimer's Association.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith-Corcoran Funeral Homes



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Winnetka Congregational Church
725 Pine St, Winnetka, IL 60093

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