Carol V. Van Cleave passed away at home with her husband at her
side in Santa Rosa on Feb. 5 at the age of 81. She was born in
Willits on Dec. 31, 1925 to Fred and Freda Sowash. She is survived
by her loving husband, Victor Van Cleave, of 61 years of marriage;
dear mother of Debi Kaderabek and her husband Ray of Santa Rosa and
Jeff Van Cleave and his wife Carrie of Windsor. Carol is also
missed by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A 47-year
resident of Santa Rosa, she loved the great outdoors, camping,
boating, long drives and gardening. She enjoyed music and
entertaining. Family and friends will gather on Saturday, March 10
at 1 p.m. at her home. If desired, memorial donations may be made
to Sutter VNA & Hospice, 1110 N. Dutton Ave. Santa Rosa, CA
95401.