Michelle Ann Cleveland
January 11, 1956 – October 26, 2024
Michelle Ann Cleveland, 68, of Lusby, MD, passed away on October 26, 2024, at Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC. Born on January 11, 1956, in St. Cloud, MN, Michelle was the daughter of Mary Katherine Stein and Jack Kockler.
Michelle was the oldest of three siblings. She grew up as a military brat which instilled a love of travel early on in her life. On December 7, 1981, she married LCDR Jerome L. Cleveland Jr., USN Ret. You could often find her “chasing” the aircraft carriers he was stationed on to various ports, further fostering her passion for travel. Michelle was a devoted mother to their two children. She volunteered regularly at their school and always supported their interests. She also enjoyed cooking, reading, playing trivia, board/card games and bunco, and spending time with friends and family, especially her two grandsons.
Michelle was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Kaye Stein, and stepfather, Paul Stein. She is survived by her husband, Jerome Cleveland, Jr; her two children, Jerome Cleveland III of Lusby, MD, and Jennifer Klares (Zachary) of Leesburg, VA; her two grandsons whom she adored, Miles and Logan; her sister, Suzette Young (Robert) of Fredericksburg, VA and brother, John Kockler (Shirley) of La Crosse, WI as well as many other family members.
A wake will be held on Thursday, November 14th from 5:30-7:30 in the festival room at St. John Vianney Catholic Church followed by a rosary prayer. Funeral services will be held on November 15th at 11am at St. John Vianney with visitation beginning at 10am.
In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that a donation be sent to the Poor Clare Monastery in Sauk Rapids, MN (Poor Clare Monastery, 421 South 4th St., Sauk Rapids, MN 56379).
To watch the Funeral Mass Live you may click on the link provided to be directed to the church YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@sjvcatholicpf/streams
Visitation
Services
- Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, November 15, 2024
11:00 AM
Interment
- Inurnment
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Michelle was the most vibrant person I have ever known. We met through our monthly bunco evenings, but became very close for the past year after discovering we were next door to each other in hospital. From then on text about food, location, treatments etc.
Condolences to her family, especially her devoted husband, Jerry (thanks for the coffee)
So Sorry to hear about Michelle’s passing. She was always at PHS in the Media Center telling me about all the books she loved to read. She was a joy with a big personality. I would see her at Mass at times and she would always give a smile and ask how things were going. I pray her memories will be held in your hearts forever! God Bless!
Terry Wood
Dear Michelle was such a spirt of energy and joy. She so loved sharing stories about Grandkids and travel with her husband.
She was a coupon organized shopper and whenever we would meet up at the commissary she would share coupons with me. We always enjoyed a hug and laughs together.
I am glad to have known Michelle over the years and miss her.
The past health challenges and her prayerful spirit certainly have her enjoying a special place in heaven.
My prayers for family strength.
Michelle was my favorite volunteer cohort from back in our PHS volunteer days. Bumping into her in the Commissary with her container full of coupons in the seat of her cart was the best 😆. I won’t be able to go into the Commissary without thinking about her. I always admired her sense for adventure. Her Halloween parties and Snarkfest. Her laugh was infectious. I’m so happy we got to have lunch that one last time. I will miss you dear friend ❤️
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Michelle was the most vibrant person I have ever known. We met through our monthly bunco evenings, but became very close for the past year after discovering we were next door to each other in hospital. From then on text about food, location, treatments etc.
Condolences to her family, especially her devoted husband, Jerry (thanks for the coffee)
So Sorry to hear about Michelle’s passing. She was always at PHS in the Media Center telling me about all the books she loved to read. She was a joy with a big personality. I would see her at Mass at times and she would always give a smile and ask how things were going. I pray her memories will be held in your hearts forever! God Bless!
Terry Wood
Dear Michelle was such a spirt of energy and joy. She so loved sharing stories about Grandkids and travel with her husband.
She was a coupon organized shopper and whenever we would meet up at the commissary she would share coupons with me. We always enjoyed a hug and laughs together.
I am glad to have known Michelle over the years and miss her.
The past health challenges and her prayerful spirit certainly have her enjoying a special place in heaven.
My prayers for family strength.
Michelle was my favorite volunteer cohort from back in our PHS volunteer days. Bumping into her in the Commissary with her container full of coupons in the seat of her cart was the best 😆. I won’t be able to go into the Commissary without thinking about her. I always admired her sense for adventure. Her Halloween parties and Snarkfest. Her laugh was infectious. I’m so happy we got to have lunch that one last time. I will miss you dear friend ❤️