Joseph "Joe" L. Cleaveland passed away on January 30, 2023 at the age of 64. He was the beloved husband of Julie Cleaveland nee Runge of Saint Peters, Missouri; He is survived by his wife, son, Patrick (Katelyn) Cleaveland; daughter, Colleen (Brian) Hawkins; grandsons, Hudson and Beckett Hawkins; sister, Judy (Bob) Bland; sister-in-law, Joan Cleaveland; He is preceded in death by his father, James F. Cleaveland, mother, Helen C. Cleaveland nee Gross, brothers, John Cleaveland and James Cleaveland, sister, Janice Cleaveland.
Joe was a loving husband, father, and Papa. He was a devoted family man and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandsons. Joe had many wonderful friendships and dedicated 35 years of service to UPS. He loved card games, boating, winters in Florida, and playing pickleball with his friends. He was an avid sports fan and especially loved St. Louis Cardinal Baseball. Joe had an infectious smile and gave the biggest, strongest hugs that made everyone feel loved. Joe was loved by so many and will be deeply missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held immediately following the funeral service at Knights of Columbus in St. Paul, MO.
Memorials may be made to: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (lls.org), Donor Services, PO Box 22324, New York, NY 10087
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