Daddy, it has been one week today since you left us.  But I find comfort in knowing that you are no longer in pain and are still watching over us to make sure we do the right thing.  I find comfort in thinking back to all the good ole days.  The trips, the talks, the jokes, all the sporting events and all the life long lessons you have taught us.  There are not too many memories that don't have you in them.  This is not good bye, this is see you later.  I love and miss you so much. <3

I will never forget the love of my life. You were loving, caring and showed me the world as promised. We had our hard times but always prevailed and that was true love. I love you and will be joining you some day. Enjoy yourself and hopefully you will fill me in on your adventure.  Love you sweetheart.
L

We send our love and prayers to you all. We love you very much.

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

May the Lord comfort you & your family during this time of sorrow. Now you have a special angel watching over you from heaven. Our sympathy & prayers to you Mary Ann.

Mary Ann and family, Gary and I send our sincerely sympathy on the loss of Jim. May God put his arms around you in the days, weeks, months and years ahead to give you strength during this difficult time. Prayers and thoughts at this time.  Love ya Mary Ann.

I will miss my long time fishing buddy.  Our contests with who caught the biggest fish.  I once had it in the bag until I cut the fish head off while cleaning before taking a measurement.  Throw out a fishing line up there in Heaven for me my friend, God Bless you.
Your Friend George Chamberlain

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

To the Van Cleave family, 

I just want to take this time and opportunity to send my condolences on behalf of my family.  May God be with you all during this time of grief and sorrow.  However, consider it all joy to know that Jim is finally at home now resting with our Heavenly Father.

So sorry for your loss! My condolences to you and your family during this difficult time, hugs!!

He was a great Campworker at Adventure Trail Campground N. C. we loved working along side of him and Mary Ann. Loved his jokes, his laughter and his overall friendlyness. Espically loved knocking on the camper door and being greeted with a smile and his towel.

Dad~ as much as you are missed and you fought the amazing fight for 32 years,  I know that you are finally free from pain and that is comforting to know. I will always have the memories of the car ride through Balboa Park with us trying to hide and the memory of looking for the " Big Red Barn" in San Francisco while Jim Jr. drove us around. Love you <3

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James Howard Van Cleave Sr.

February 19, 1943 – March 30, 2017

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