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Thomas L. Van Cleave
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Thomas L. Van Cleave
July 26, 1936 - January 26, 2012
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Thomas L. Van Cleave, 75 of Orlando died Thursday, January 26, 2012.  Tom was born July 26, 1936 in Tiptonville, TN.  He served his country with the United States Navy where he received a Purple Heart in 1965 while serving on the USS Liberty.  Tom was a long time resident of College Park in Orlando.  He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra; son, Leonard Edward Van Cleave of Orlando and Arthur Scott Van Cleave of Winter Park and his sister-in-law, Evelyn M. Cooksey of Orlando.  In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations be made to a Breast Cancer Foundation of Central Florida. 

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Maria M. Montes - January 28, 2012 at 11:02 AM
"I am at a loss for words. I know there is nothing for me to say that will make your loss easier. I hope you can understand what I can't put to words
Debi Blair Carlton - January 29, 2012 at 9:14 AM
My heart goes out to your family. May you find peace in God's love.
Angela tolle - January 29, 2012 at 10:51 AM
You were the best uncle ever!!
Phyllis Wallace - January 30, 2012 at 8:18 AM
Sandy, Lenard & Scott - know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all as you journey down this road.
Julie Bulled - January 30, 2012 at 9:31 AM
"It was a shock for all"!, I know Mr. Vancleave was a loving and supportive husband. He was a kind and loving father and will be missed - So much.
Dad, is so dear; being your friend and always was there;
smile and kindness that he has passed on to his loving and compassionate son,
The qualities that he possesed that can truly be seen in the outward portrayal of his loving son.
Scott - I love you. I am here for you....
Ed. Bowling - January 30, 2012 at 12:36 PM
I loss agood friend.
Pat F. - January 30, 2012 at 4:02 PM
Dear Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Reflect on what is written in God's Word the Bible with regards to the resurrection at John 5:28 and 29. I sincerely hope that this thought will bring a measure of comfort and hope to you. My sincere condolences to you.
Shari Hilton - January 30, 2012 at 6:06 PM
I will miss his smiling face and his great humor. Tommy always had a joke for me. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Shari,Mark Sam and Spencer Hilton
Jenny D - January 31, 2012 at 7:46 AM
To the family and loved ones..
I am so sorry for you loss and my heart goes out to you. These words found in the Bible have been known to bring much comfort- Isaiah 25:8,9. I hope they can do the same for you in this very difficult time in your life.
Sunny Thompson - February 1, 2012 at 10:18 PM
Dear Scott, Leonard and Sandra,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. I knew Tom for many years when he worked at Fla. Hosp. and I worked in the O.R. there. He was so soft spoken, yet helpful and always considerate. He made me laugh, yet could be compassionate and empathetic. I will always remember him with fondness in my heart and a smile on my lips.
Love, Sunny
Scott Van Ceave - February 2, 2012 at 9:43 AM
Hey Popola , Just thinking of you and reading these kind words and thoughts from friends and family All of them are right on target..
You were and are and always will be rather amazing.
I want and still strive to be exactly like you.
If I do achieve that , I'm in good shape
I love you.
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