Robert Edward Cleveland
Robert Edward Cleveland was born September 23rd, 1940, in Beaumont, Texas. He passed away Saturday, July 5th, 2025. His last moments were spent surrounded by family; sharing stories, expressing their love and sharing God’s Truth.
Robert is known as a loyal, hard-working, and loving man. His quiet strength and generosity impacted his family and untold numbers of people throughout his business and personal activities. Robert had the ability to make what seemed impossible, possible. He was a problem-solver, and way-maker. He was the best Honey Do’er Sue could want, making all their goals and dreams come true. He was a man who fulfilled his promises and would always show up for the ones he loved. His silly songs, loving embrace and playful personality will be missed but never forgotten.
Robert is loved by many but his legacy includes his loving wife of 65 years, Sue Jordan Cleveland, children Ron Cleveland and his wife Kathy and their children, Dustin and his wife Leah, Jake and great-grandchildren, Conor, Luke and Danielle; Kay Dresden and her husband Dennis and their children Chad, Andrew and Victoria, her husband Ryan Fern, great-grandchild, Hudson; and Jennifer Williams and her children, Alexandra and Chase, his wife Hannah, great-grandchild, Joey Bella. His sister Kitty Claudette Cleveland Drake and husband Jerry. He was preceded in death by his father Ollie B. Cleveland and mother Georgie Roberts Cleveland, sister Jackie Cleveland Anders and brothers Ricky Cleveland and Joey Cleveland.
A Celebration of Life will be held in Robert’s honor at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Reign Hills and Events, 9823 US Highway 69, Kountze. His cremation arrangements were handled through Broussard’s Crematorium, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 530 West Monroe, Kountze.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Committal
Broussard’s Crematorium
- 5150, Stivers Dr, Beaumont, TX, 77705,
Memorial Service
Reign Hills & Events
- 9823, U.S. 69, Kountze, Texas, 77625,
- July 19, 2025
- 2:00 pm
My warm condolences and love sent to the whole family of this wonderful man!
We all know he is in the presence of our mighty king and loving Father! Our Forever Home is our True Home full of Love and Beauty! There is no Time Clock there either! We know Robert looks down on his family right now With the biggest smile knowing God gave him an amazing family to share his earthly life with! Everyone that knows him will miss him! This is not good bye, This is a “See you later! “
Good guy. Supportive husband. The type of person you need during a crisis. Know he will be greatly missed.
Sue, and all your dear family, what a blessing Robert was. You all are in my prayers as I ask God to comfort you.
I’m sincere condolences to you all …. He will be greatly missed by many….,,, I have so many fond memories of Mr. Cleveland he always had a smile , He and Mrs. Cleveland opened their home up to all us kids …. We had slumber parties .. which I know we kept them up but they never said a word… when he came home with a new green Fiat car he told us all kiddos becareful here’s the keys yall practice driving up and Roberts road we packed into the car like sardines, there was a time they took a bunch of us camping at Dam B and pulled us behind their boat skiing and fishing …. There was never a limit as to how many could come their motto was the more the merrier …. They set the tone of family that so many of us followed later in our adult lives …. I love you both and I’m so thankful I was able to be apart of your family growing up.
Sue, Ron, Kathy, and Family
We are saddened to hear of Robert’s passing. He was a part of the greatest duo we ever had the honor of working with. Sue y’all were instrumental in getting our firm started when it was only Gina and myself. Our relationship lasted for 40 plus years. We developed a tremendous respect for Robert and you. We are forever grateful for all the opportunities and success y’all afforded us. He was a good, considerate and giving man.
Heavenly Father I pray you wrap Sue and the Cleveland Family in your loving embrace. Let your grace shine upon them. I pray you grant them strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time and always.
In Jesus’s name I pray, Amen and Amen.
Lee and Gina Acevedo
Sue,
I am praying for you through this difficult time. Just the few times I was around both of you, I could see the love and admiration you had for each other. Godspeed in the coming days. Rhonda Ward
Sending our condolences to all family and friends.
I have so many fond memories of Mr. Cleveland. He always had a funny song and made us feel welcome in his home. He leaves behind a beautiful legacy in his family. May God comfort you and give you peace in the days ahead.
MRS CLEVELAND …..Ronnie kay… Jennifer…. I want to say im very sorry to hear of this and so sorry for your broken hearts … we had fun at yalls house all the time .. Fiat ..padding down the highway in a aluminum boat to yalls house when it flooded from the creek Even after we all grew up and I would run into you and him always a smile from you both I know dang good and well we near about drove yall crazy back in the day ..parties and call 246… can I speak to Kay… ????? I bet they said lord here she goes again … we kept saying Mrs cleveland when we would see each other we were gonna have a cooking day I wished we would have ..But he probably would have headed to the yard… with a smile ..I love yall ..May the lord keep you warch over you .. Burlena
Ms. Sue & Family,
I cannot express with mere words what a wonderful man Mr. Robert was!! Your families have a lost an honest man !! He was a pilar of our community and gave his all. I’m so sorry for this long battle for all of these months and I pray for each and every one of y’all !!
Ms. Sue, I love you very much my friend and I’m sorry for your great loss , hun . 💔💔💔
Mary Sue, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers for you and the family. May God’s grace be there for all of you.
To the Cleveland Family: I am grateful to have known Mr. Robert Cleveland. He exemplifies a God-fearing Man, Husband, Father, Texan, and Business Leader. To my very good Friend Sue Cleveland— Sue, I love you very much. Obviously, by being in the construction business, Robert was tough, but at the same time, he was gentle with his smile. The demeanor of his speech was never loud, but it always carried moral weight. His humility was his strength. Many men demand respect, but Robert earned respect. Maybe it was because strong women just attract strong men 😊 and you Sue are a very strong woman.
As I pray for you and your Family, I am confident that Jesus’ love for you is providing an overwhelming measure of compassion. God bless and may He keep you and uplift you.
God bless
James White
I am blessed to have met Mr. Cleveland. He blessed many in his time. I know he is living a great life now in Heaven.
Robert was a fine man. My life is better because I had the chance to know him. Love to you, Sue, and the rest of your family.
Sue, I am sorry to hear of Robert’s passing. We sure had some great memories together on our AGC trips and conventions. We send our thoughts and prayers to you and family during this difficult time.
Thankful that we had the honor of meeting him. God bless you all.
Allison Garrett
He was a great man, sending my thoughts and prayers to the whole fam. Love you guys
To the Cleveland family, our sincere condolences. Sending prayers for peace & comfort. RIP Mr Robert.