Gerald L. VanCleave, age 89, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2016 in Tulsa. He was born on August 29, 1927 in Independence Kansas to Everett E. VanCleave and Myrtle Mae (Dominy) VanCleave. Gerald retired from American Airlines in 1987 as an airline mechanic. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mel Marie and his grandson, Eric. Survived by 3 children, Debbie, Andy and Cindy and their families. He has 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson. He was loved by us all and will be greatly missed.

Viewing will be 10AM-8PM, Sunday, November 20, 2016 and the Funeral Service will be 11 A.M., Monday, November 21, 2016 both at Moore's Southlawn Chapel. Moore's Southlawn 918-663-2233 share memories at www.moorefuneral.com